David S. Krakoff
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2006 About David S. Krakoff
David S. Krakoff is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. David S. Krakoff is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Commercial Litigation
- Criminal Defense: General Practice
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- Litigation - Securities
Current Firm: Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
Education: University of the District of Columbia, J.D., graduated 1976
Location: Washington, DC
Nearby Lawyers
Louis Bograd is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Louis practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Louis Bograd 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 Louis Bograd is held by other lawyers.
Patrick Taurel is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Immigration Law. Patrick practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Patrick Taurel 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 Patrick Taurel is held by other lawyers.
Will Planert is a Partner in the firm’s International Trade practice. He concentrates on representing multilateral and foreign-based corporations in a wide variety of international trade disputes, including antidumping and countervailing duty investigations, Section 201 (safeguards) cases, anticircumvention investigations, and customs compliance matters. Mr. Planert appears regularly before the U.S. Department of Commerce, the U.S. International Trade Commission, and the U.S. Bureau of ...
Brian E. Ferguson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Patent. Brian E. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Brian E. Ferguson since 2008. 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 Brian E. Ferguson is held by other lawyers.
J. Mark Poerio is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. J. Mark practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized J. Mark Poerio since 2013. 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 J. Mark Poerio is held by other lawyers.
Shelley R. Slade is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Qui Tam Law. Shelley R. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Shelley R. Slade 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 Shelley R. Slade is held by other lawyers.
Mr. Robbins is an experienced energy attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. At Washington Energy Law LLP, he provides comprehensive legal services in Energy Law and Energy Regulatory Law, particularly focusing on electric resources, transmission management, and regulatory affairs. His clients include municipal joint action agencies, generation and transmission cooperatives, state regulatory commissions, individual municipal and cooperative electric systems, larger end-users, and ...
Steve Weber is a Partner in Peckar & Abramson PC ’s Washington, District of Columbia office and serves as Co-Chair of the firm’s Government Contracts practice. He brings more than 35 years of experience representing domestic and international contractors in construction law matters, including construction litigation and government contracts , in the United States and abroad. Steve’s practice focuses on representing construction contractors involved in power projects, hig...
Explore and Learn
What AI Visibility Means for Lawyers
by Josh Rupall and Bryan Driscoll
AI tools increasingly interpret lawyers public information. Clear, consistent and credible sources help ensure they describe legal expertise accurately.
Recognizing Legal Leaders: The 2027 Best Lawyers Awards in Australia, Japan and Singapore
by Jamilla Tabbara
Market drivers, diversity trends and the elite practitioners shaping the legal landscape.
The Best Lawyers in Canada 2027: Recognizing the Nation's Top Legal Talent
by Jamilla Tabbara
Honoring established leaders and rising practitioners across Canada's legal profession.
2027 Best Lawyers Awards: Honoring Excellence in the Legal Profession
by Jamilla Tabbara
Recognizing the outstanding attorneys leading top practice areas nationwide.
Musk v. Altman: The Lawyers Behind the Case
by Jamilla Tabbara
Meet the Trial Lawyers Shaping One of AI's Biggest Legal Disputes.
Announcing the 2027 Best Lawyers Awards: Austria, Germany and Switzerland
by Jamilla Tabbara
Celebrating the legal professionals throughout Central Europe.
The Legal Teams Behind the Blake Lively–Justin Baldoni Settlement
by Grace Greer
A closer look at the legal teams and attorneys involved in the Blake Lively–Justin Baldoni litigation and its resolution.
The Best Lawyers in France 2027: Peer-Reviewed Excellence
by Jamilla Tabbara
Seventeen editions of peer trust, a growing profession and a dynamic legal market.
What Is a Quitclaim Deed? Uses, Risks and When to Get Help
by Bryan Driscoll
A quitclaim deed can be one of the fastest ways to transfer property but knowing when it's the right tool and when it isn't, can save you from serious legal and financial headaches down the road.
