Catalina Santos Parkinson

Eric B. Sensenbrenner is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Tax Law. Eric B. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Eric B. Sensenbrenner 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 Eric B. Sensenbrenner is held by other lawyers.

Raymond Paretzky counsels clients on import relief measures, customs compliance, export controls and trade sanctions and CFIUS. Read full biography: https://www.mwe.com/people/paretzky-raymond/

Brian has been an energy regulatory practitioner for more than two decades, with a focus on Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regulation under Part II of the Federal Power Act (FPA), the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978, and the Public Utility Holding Company Act of 2005. Brian’s legal experience extends to almost all aspects of federal regulation of the electric industry, including cost-of-service and market-based rates, open access transmission rules and polici...

Joanne Jacobson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. Joanne practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Joanne Jacobson since 2026. 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 Joanne Jacobson is held by other lawyers.

Amandeep S. Sidhu is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Health Care Law and Qui Tam Law. Amandeep S. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Amandeep S. Sidhu since 2024. 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 Amandeep S. Sidhu is held by other lawyers.

Ivan Schlager is an international trade and national security partner in the Washington, D.C., office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP. Ivan provides counsel on structuring, negotiating and documenting transactions to address regulatory issues, including approval by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS). He represents a diverse group of clients ranging from defense companies, major telecommunications providers, and media and technology companies to private equity firms a...

Stephen B. Shapiro focuses on the practice of construction law, public contracts and commercial litigation. Building on his experience representing contractors, public and private owners, architects, engineers and construction managers, he has developed extensive legal experience in all aspects of government and commercial contracts, construction procurement, contract administration, bid protests, claims, dispute resolution and litigation, regulatory compliance and subcontractor, supplier and...

Jeff Gilmore chairs Akerman’s Construction Practice, a team dedicated to providing practical counsel on the legal aspects of major construction initiatives and infrastructure projects around the world. Jeff is sought after for his domestic and international experience in many segments of the construction industry on both private and public projects. He is repeatedly ranked by The Legal 500 and Chambers USA, which describes him as “extremely talented and astute at strategy.” ...

Insurance and financial services companies turn to Kristin to defend their most complex and sensitive cases. She has defeated nationwide class actions at the pleadings and certification stages. Kristin also uses her knowledge of how insurance products are regulated and sold to help companies proactively identify and mitigate emerging areas of litigation risk. With nearly two decades of experience, Kristin concentrates her practice on defending insurance companies and financial institutions in...

Christopher Allen is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Consumer Protection Law. Christopher practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Christopher Allen since 2025. 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 Christopher Allen is held by other lawyers.