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Benton (Ben) Curtis, a former federal prosecutor and experienced trial attorney, focuses his practice on leading matters, both domestically and abroad, that involve government enforcement defense, internal investigations, compliance counseling, and due diligence regarding third parties and business transactions. Ben regularly represents clients before, and in litigation against, government agencies, including clients accused of health care fraud, kickback violations, Foreign Corrupt Practices...

Demetrius McDaniel, the Chair of the firm's Texas Government Law & Policy Practice, counsels and provides advocacy for Fortune 500 and other large private and public sector clients on federal, state and local legal and public policy matters. His broad knowledge of federal and state government allows him to collaboratively develop strategies to solve complex problems that have a government origin or nexus. Demetrius consults with clients on their strategic objectives and provides advice on...

Michael Shaff joined the firm in 2011 as Of Counsel. He is the Chair of the Tax Practice group. Michael specializes in all aspects of federal income taxation. Mr. Shaff has served as a trial attorney with the Office of the Chief Counsel of the Internal Revenue Service for three years. Mr. Shaff is certified by the Board of Legal Specialization of the State Bar of California as a specialist in tax law. Mr. Shaff is a past Chair of the Tax Section of the Orange County Bar Association. He is co-...

Martin J. McLaughlin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Artificial Intelligence Law and Corporate Law. Martin J., who practices law in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, has been recognized since 2010. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Martin J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Gerry Serlin is a California appellate lawyer and a co-founder of Benedon & Serlin LLP, established in 1993. Based in Woodland Hills, California, he has devoted nearly four decades to Appellate Practice, handling civil appeals in state and federal courts throughout California and beyond. His career reflects sustained involvement in shaping appellate advocacy through briefing, oral argument, and strategic counseling. Gerry’s professional background includes numerous recognitions refl...

Roger McNeil is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Agriculture Law. Roger, who practices law in Jonesboro, Arkansas, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Roger is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Elisabeth Yandell McNeil is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Energy Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Elisabeth Yandell, who practices law in Portland, Oregon, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Elisabeth Yandell is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

M. Edward Taylor is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management and Labor Law - Management. M. Edward, who practices law in Bellevue, Washington, has been recognized since 2007. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which M. Edward is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Christy Heimer is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law. Christy, who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Christy is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Both a trial lawyer and business lawyer for over forty years, Mason A. Goldsmith brings a depth of experience to serve the unique needs of clients. Andy has spent his career practicing in his hometown of Greenville, South Carolina. He was formerly with Love, Thornton, Arnold & Thomason, P.A. and served as managing partner. He has built a practice serving clients in the areas of complex litigation, commercial real estate, and banking transactions. In addition to being a well-respected liti...