Christopher Michalik

Edward is an accomplished and indefatigable litigator who has tried and won an impressive variety of cases in state and federal courts including personal injury, premises liability and insurance coverage matters. An extremely talented trial attorney, he has mastered the courtroom skills necessary to obtain substantial verdicts for his clients. Edward helped spearhead the firm's expansion to Northern Virginia and has been the managing partner there since the Fredericksburg office opened in 199...

William “Billy” Mauck is a commercial litigator in Richmond, Virginia with more than 35 years of experience representing clients in the construction industry. At Spotts Fain PC , his practice focuses on Construction Law and Litigation - Construction , advising owners, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and design professionals throughout all phases of construction projects. Billy works with clients on contract negotiation and drafting, project administration, risk management ...

Irvin V. Cantor Founding Partner | Cantor, Grana, Buckner, Bucci, P.C. (The Virginia Trial Firm) | Richmond, Virginia Reviewed by Irvin V. Cantor, Founding Partner. Last reviewed: June 18, 2026. Irvin V. Cantor (Irv Cantor) is a founding partner of Cantor, Grana, Buckner, Bucci, P.C. (CGBB), The Virginia Trial Firm in Richmond, Virginia. Since 1979, Irv has represented people and families across Virginia who are facing serious injury and the loss of a loved one. He handles traumatic brain inj...

John Newby is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. John practices law in Richmond, Virginia Best Lawyers has recognized John Newby 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 John Newby is held by other lawyers.

Kevin focuses his practice on public finance and corporate law, with emphasis on infrastructure projects, healthcare and educational institutions, transportation, utilities, renewable energy, corporate/LLC law, mergers and acquisitions, public-private partnerships, legislation, and regulatory compliance.

Scott Oostdyk resolves serious commercial litigation for businesses of all sizes, major corporations, and governments facing their most consequential disputes—ranging from contract battles, insurance recovery actions, and employment conflicts to high-stakes product liability and commercial claims. What distinguishes Scott’s approach to advocacy is his rare combination of courtroom prowess and strategic foresight, honed through prior government leadership experience. Scott understa...

Stephanie E. Grana Partner | Cantor, Grana, Buckner, Bucci, P.C. (The Virginia Trial Firm) | Richmond, Virginia Reviewed by Stephanie E. Grana, Partner. Last reviewed: July 22, 2026. Stephanie E. Grana is a partner at Cantor, Grana, Buckner, Bucci, P.C. (CGBB), The Virginia Trial Firm in Richmond, Virginia. For more than 30 years, Stephanie has represented individuals and families in Virginia who are facing catastrophic injury and the loss of a loved one. She handles medical malpractice, trau...

J. Thomas “Tom” O’Brien Jr. is a shareholder at Spotts Fain PC in Richmond, Virginia, where he serves as head of the firm’s Corporate and Business Transactions Practice. For more than 40 years, Tom has advised businesses, owners, and management teams on a wide range of corporate and business matters. Tom’s practice includes Corporate Governance Law, Corporate Law, and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. He represents clients in corporate and LLC governance matters and ...

Michael Goodman is a founding member of the law firm of Goodman Allen Donnelly. He specializes in the representation of health care providers before their respective Professional regulatory boards and in hospital credentialing matters. Mr. Goodman has represented hundreds of health care providers throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia in medical malpractice claims and state board inquiries, giving him a unique depth and breadth of experience. American Association of Health Lawyers certified ...

When you’ve been injured, don’t take chances with your future. The insurance company will not offer you a fair amount of compensation, which is why you’re going to need a skilled , aggressive injury lawyer to fight for you during this time. Meet Jonathan Halperin, an attorney with a wealth of experience from three decades of trials in both state and federal courts. He was selected as a Virginia Super Lawyer ® and has been selected to the list of Top 100 Attorneys in Virg...