Carter G. Phillips

With a practice focused primarily on the development, delivery and implementation of digital health solutions, data and research, Jennifer S. Geetter works closely with both adopters and developers to bring their innovative healthcare solutions to patients and providers. In order to design and deploy digital health technologies effectively, Jenn offers valuable guidance on key issues, like patient on-boarding, provider implementation, privacy and regulatory issues. She advises global life sci...

Bill Burgess’ practice focuses on appellate litigation across a broad range of subject matter, including patent litigation, commercial litigation, and regulatory matters. He has argued appeals in most of the United States courts of appeals, including several in the Federal Circuit. He has been to trial several times, joining trial teams to brief dispositive motions or prepare for appeals, and has also practiced before agencies such as the Patent & Trademark Office, International Tra...

Trial lawyer Ira Sherman has built his reputation on aggressive and creative litigation strategies to successfully represent injured victims and victims of discrimination. Known for his dedication to the cause, Mr. Sherman has established himself as one of the area's leading advocates.Mr. Sherman joined Mr. Chaikin in April 1980. Upon Mr. Chaikin's retirement in December 1999, he became the senior and managing partner of Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C. Mr. Sherman and the law f...

Maureen E. Danker is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Maureen E. practices law in Fairfax, Virginia Best Lawyers has recognized Maureen E. Danker since 2020. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Maureen E. Danker is held by other lawyers.

Bob Scully is a Member based in the Alexandria office, where he is a member of the Business Litigation Service Group. His practice focuses on complex business tort, trusts and estates, construction, real property and intellectual property litigation. He has 35 years of trial experience in federal and state courts of Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia.

Rachael Kent has more than 25 years of experience representing companies, states, state entities, and individuals in commercial and investment arbitration proceedings worldwide. She is widely recognized for her expertise in the field and for her exceptional written and oral advocacy skills. She has been the lead advocate in numerous complex arbitrations in the energy, mining, aerospace, defense, pharmaceutical, construction, insurance, telecommunications, technology and retail sectors, among ...

Jeffrey R. Gans is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Construction Law. Jeffrey R. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Jeffrey R. Gans since 2016. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Jeffrey R. Gans is held by other lawyers.

James (Jim) Van Horn focuses his practice on restructuring and insolvency law. He is a trusted adviser valued by clients for his practical, results-oriented approach and creative strategies in solving complex matters within the framework of their business goals. Jim is ranked as a Band 1 bankruptcy/restructuring attorney by Chambers USA and is named to The Best Lawyers in America. Jim has deep experience working directly with senior management, investors, creditors and other stakeholders in m...

Ellen K. Harrison advises clients on a broad range of tax issues, including estate planning and administration, tax controversies, and income, gift and estate tax planning for individuals, businesses and charitable organizations. She has significant experience drafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney, prenuptial arrangements and buy-sell agreements, as well as a broad range of corporate documents and family partnership agreements. Her tax controversy and litigation experience includes Inter...

Tyrone P. Thomas is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employment Law - Individuals. Tyrone P. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Tyrone P. Thomas since 2023. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Tyrone P. Thomas is held by other lawyers.