George J. Schutzer

Greg Grant’s primary focus is the protection of his client’s legal rights, business interests and competitive advantages. As an experienced client counselor and advocate with more than 25 years of experience representing all types of business entities, owners and executives (including officers and directors), Greg understands business, and from first-hand experience knows that litigation or arbitration are strategic options/tools – NOT a goal to aspire to. He evaluates each ...

Bruce Serchuk focuses his practice on tax issues as they relate to debt securities, particularly tax-exempt bonds. What do you focus on? Public finance I advise clients regarding the tax aspects of tax-exempt bond transactions, acting primarily as bond counsel, borrower’s counsel and underwriter’s counsel. I have participated in a wide variety of bond transactions, including financings for governmental facilities, student loans, multifamily housing, stadiums and nonprofit hospital...

Jacqueline Colclough is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Jacqueline practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Jacqueline Colclough 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 professi...

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

Philip Baker-Shenk is a partner in our firm's Indian Law Practice Group and our Entertainment Law Practice Group. He provides legal and policy representation to dozens of Native American Indian Tribal governments as well as Tribal organizations and companies doing business with Indian Tribes. Mr. Baker-Shenk began working on behalf of Indian Tribes in our Nation's capital in 1976. For half a decade, he served as staff in the U.S. Senate, including two years as Majority General Counsel to Indi...

John R. Woodrum is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Labor and Employment. John R. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized John R. Woodrum 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 John R. Woodrum is held by other lawyers.

Keri McWilliams is a co-leader of the Franchise & Distribution team. She represents start-ups and mid-size companies across numerous industries, including restaurants, retailers, fitness centers, health concepts, and luxury brands, in all aspects of their corporate relationships. Keri is also a member of the Health and Wellness initiative, and the Food, Beverage and Agribusiness team. What do you focus on? Franchising I represent franchise systems ranging from 3 units to more than 1000 un...

Avi Kumin is a founder and partner at Katz Banks Kumin. For over 20 years, Mr. Kumin has been successfully advising employees about their legal rights, resolving difficult situations with employers, and litigating employment claims in court. Mr. Kumin’s practice focuses on whistleblower protection, sexual harassment and assault, executive negotiations, contractual disputes, discrimination, and retaliation, among other areas of employment law, often in highly complex and contentious situ...

Ann D. Navaro is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Environmental Law. Ann D. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Ann D. Navaro since 2023. 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 Ann D. Navaro is held by other lawyers.

Amish M. Shah is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Energy Law and Tax Law. Amish M. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Amish M. Shah 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 Amish M. Shah is held by other lawyers.