Caitlin R. Tharp

Representation of corporations and executives in criminal and related civil and administrative matters, including grand jury investigations, internal investigations, SEC enforcement proceedings, False Claims Act and qui tam lawsuits, and shareholder class actions. Litigation of disputes involving accounting and securities fraud, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act violations, government program fraud, false claims and statements, antitrust violations, public corruption, tax evasion, insider trading...

Whether they are buying, selling or financing businesses, CEOs, business owners, and investors turn to Aaron Ghais to get deals done. Aaron specializes in representing mid-market companies that aspire to grow through acquisitions, and also helps business owners maximize value when they sell their companies. Clients benefit from his ability to lead them successfully through the M&A process using his creative problem-solving skills, well-honed business sense, and results-oriented style. A f...

Guy Martin is one of the senior natural resources, energy and environmental lawyers in Washington, D.C., with years of direct high level experience in the Congress, in the Executive Branch and at the state level. Guy has years of experience representing and counseling clients with serious objectives and problems to solve in the federal government. He covers virtually every resource area from land and water to energy resources, as well as Indian law and policy, including tribal gaming issues. ...

For 35 years, Jeff Scharff has helped clients resolve their critical real estate and structured financing issues and close their deals. He handles all aspects of acquisitions, including drafting and negotiating purchase agreements, loan documents (both conventional and tax-exempt bond financing), and partnership agreements with large national equity investors. In 20 years, he has closed acquisitions totaling almost $20 billion for one of the largest national multi-family operators. Jeff also ...

Adam Tarosky is a member of the Government Investigations & White Collar Defense practice group. He is a recent alumnus of one of the most powerful offices in the Department of Justice (DOJ). The Civil Fraud Section, the clearinghouse for all False Claims Act (FCA) activity in the country, annually coordinates the recovery of over $3 billion from health care providers, defense contractors, and other entities and individuals that do business with the federal government. Adam uses the knowl...

Began the practice of law at the Federal Power Commission in 1974. Joined Sidley & Austin (now Sidley Austin LLP) in 1977, elected to partnership in 1981. Co-head of Energy practice, 2006- present

Recognizing that many people meet Heather Mehigan during times of significant personal and family turmoil, her legal insight and sincerity puts them at ease. A tireless advocate for her clients, she assesses the circumstances of each matter and then works collaboratively with all parties to affect the best possible resolution. Heather instills a sense of confidence in her clients, and opposing counsel respect her fair and firm efforts to achieve consensus. Her areas of focus include fiduciary...

Dwight C. Smith III is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law and Financial Services Regulation Law. Dwight C., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2010. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Dwight C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Matthew W. Edwards focuses on high-stakes matrimonial cases involving complex financial arrangements, family-owned or closely held businesses, and complex custody matters. In addition to legal analysis, Matt routinely works with forensic accountants, valuation experts, certified financial planners, and professional therapists to provide a clear path to a quick and favorable resolution of his clients’ divorce and custody matters. When necessary, Matt is a tenacious courtroom and trial ad...

Michele Bartoli Cain practices in the following areas of law: Personal Injury ; Medical Malpractice ; Dental Malpractice ; Automobile Accidents and Injuries Michele Bartoli Cain earned her B.A. cum laude at North Carolina State University , and was inducted ito the following Honor Societies: Pi Sigma Alpha; Blue Key and then Golden Chain. Based on her university-wide contribution, she was named Outstanding Senior Sorority Woman. While a law student at Wake Forest University , she excelled at ...