David F. Rifkind

Andrew Schwartz establishes trusting and communicative relationships with his clients, which helps him better understand their particular circumstances in order to achieve their desired goals. Andrew prides himself on being proactive, responsive and dedicated to each and every client. Andrew focuses his practice on commercial transactions, employment law, real estate, and successful business growth, management, operation, and succession. With his knowledge and wealth of experience in business...

Jennifer Locke is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. Jennifer practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Jennifer Locke since 2022. 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 Jennifer Locke is held by other lawyers.

Personal injury lawyer Joseph Cammarata is a dual board-certified civil trial attorney, nationally known for his tenacity and perseverance in zealously representing clients in all stages of litigation. Mr. Cammarata's practice is concentrated in the areas of serious personal injury, brain injury, wrongful death and medical malpractice. He also successfully champions the rights of victims of discrimination and civil rights abuses. He has litigated against insurance companies, governmental enti...

Neil Eggleston is a litigation partner in the Washington, D.C., office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP. Neil has a distinguished record of public service, and has held a number of senior government roles. He was White House Counsel to President Obama from 2014 to 2017, and advised the president on all legal and constitutional issues across a broad spectrum of domestic and foreign policy matters. Neil’s practice focuses on enforcement defense including at the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)...

Christopher S. Rizek is a Member in Caplin & Drysdale's Washington, D.C., office. He also serves as General Counsel to the firm. In 2014, he was listed in the elite "Leading Lawyer" list for Tax Controversy by The Legal 500 . Services Mr. Rizek represents taxpayers in all types of federal civil and criminal tax controversy matters. He also guides clients through IRS audits, prepares administrative claims and protests of IRS actions, and litigates tax and tax-related cases in U.S. district...

Robert C. Jones is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Government Relations Practice. Robert C. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Robert C. Jones 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 Robert C. Jones is held by other lawyers.

Barry J. Hurewitz is a partner in the firm's Regulatory and Government Affairs and Transactional Departments, and a member of the Defense, National Security and Government Contracts and Cybersecurity, Privacy and Communications Groups. He is also a member of the firm's FinTech Group. He joined the firm in 1994.

David M. Lynn is a partner in the Washington D.C. Office of Morrison & Foerster, and is co-chair of the firm’s Corporate Finance practice. He is the former Chief Counsel of the Division of Corporation Finance at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Mr. Lynn is a highly respected securities advisory counsel who provides guidance to clients ranging from Fortune 500 to newly-public companies on securities law compliance, as well as counseling on corporate governance, executive ...

Joel R. Nied is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships). Joel R. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Joel R. Nied 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 Joel R. Nied is held by other lawyers.

Emily G. Naughton is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Emily G. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Emily G. Naughton 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 Emily G. Naughton is held by other lawyers.