Fiona A. Philip

For over twenty-five years, Wendy has represented a diverse range of energy clients including investor-owned utilities, independent generators, investors in transmission infrastructure and local gas distribution companies before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), the Department of Energy and federal courts. Her practice focuses on rate regulation, energy market rules and operation, open access transmission issues, administrative litigation, mergers and acquisitions, enforcement ...

Michael Sharkey is a partner with the firm’s Insurance Recovery practice and concentrates his practice on representing policyholders in insurance coverage disputes nationwide. He has represented clients on a wide variety of insurance issues, including litigation seeking insurance coverage for alleged products liability, environmental contamination, water damage and mold, director’s and officer’s liability, errors and omissions, asbestos bodily injury and property damage, unf...

Paul F. Forshay is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Energy Law and Energy Regulatory Law. Paul F. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Paul F. Forshay since 2021. 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 Paul F. Forshay is held by other lawyers.

Barry Fleishman focuses his practice on complex policyholder insurance coverage and products liability issues. He has experience in complex litigation before federal and state courts, arbitral tribunals, and judicial and private mediators, with primary focus on representing corporate policyholders seeking to secure insurance coverage for liability and loss arising out property damage, bodily injury, personal injury, and alleged wrongful acts of directors and officers. Mr. Fleishman has repres...

Jim Hundley has over 30 years of experience litigating complex criminal and civil cases. He regularly represents individuals and corporations before Virginia’s state and federal courts. He has defended clients involved in a broad range of criminal matters including bank fraud, bid rigging, bribery, embezzlement, tax evasion, and computer fraud. On the civil side, Mr. Hundley has successfully handled cases involving a wide variety of issues including breach of contract, tortious interfer...

Merrill Kramer represents energy project developers, private equity companies, and institutional lenders on the development, financing, sale, acquisition, and investment in energy projects and portfolios. Merrill represents some of the most active and innovative players in the energy industry. He has represented Fortune 200 companies and other clients in the development and financing of over 80 energy infrastructure projects representing more than $30 billion in invested capital. Merrrill has...

Joel C. Rush is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Health Care Law. Joel C. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Joel C. Rush 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 C. Rush is held by other lawyers.

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

Daniel Porter is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of International Trade and Finance Law. Daniel practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Daniel Porter since 2012. 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 Daniel Porter is held by other lawyers.

Virginia B. Joehl has more than 20 years of experience representing clients in family law matters . Based in Rockville, Maryland, she serves individuals and families through Joehl Law with a thoughtful, compassionate approach. Virginia earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Maryland and a Juris Doctor from the University of Baltimore. Her background in psychology informs her understanding of family dynamics and the personal challenges that often accompany family...