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Alan Albert is a nationally-honored trial lawyer who has represented clients from Muhammad Ali to multinational corporations across the country in a broad array of commercial and corporate governance disputes, white-collar criminal investigations and prosecutions, intellectual property litigation, labor and employment litigation and environmental litigation. The breadth of Alan’s experience is reflected by his recognition in The Best Lawyers in America for 30 years, culminating in his p...

Alexander S. De Witt is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Alexander S. practices law in Richmond, Virginia Best Lawyers has recognized Alexander S. De Witt since 2027. 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 Alexander S. De Witt is held by other lawyers.

Christopher J. Lange is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Christopher J. practices law in Richmond, Virginia Best Lawyers has recognized Christopher J. Lange since 2027. 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 Christopher J. Lange is held by other lawyers.

As a highly effective and sought-after trial advocate and proven litigator, Kelvin Newsome knows from longevity of experience that dispute resolution—whether in or out of court—demands more than just legal knowledge; it requires the instinct to anticipate opposition and the composure to execute under pressure. He brings both of these sought-after qualities to his defense practice. Over the course of his career, Kelvin has resolved serious disputes and seemingly intractable litigat...

Brian Marron is Chair of the firm’s Financial Services group. His practice focuses on banking, real estate, closely-held companies, and financial services matters. He has represented private and institutional developers on matters pertaining to land use and development, leasing, sales, finance, and choice of entity issues. He also has represented institutional lenders on matters pertaining to real estate and asset-based lending and the management and disposition of troubled assets. In a...

Neil Cowan is a knowledgeable, accomplished attorney whose practice focuses in the areas of personal injury, criminal defense, civil and commercial litigation, and insurance defense. Neil was admitted to the Virginia State Bar in 1988. He earned his B.S. degree in History and Religion from Hampden-Sydney College and a J.D. from the T.C. Williams School of Law of the University of Richmond. In addition to being recognized by Best Lawyers since 2015, Neil was selected as a Barrister of the John...

Vijay Mago defends employers against discrimination, harassment, wage and hour, and wrongful termination disputes under federal and state employment laws, including Title VII, the ADA, ADEA, FLSA, and FMLA. Vijay’s dual focus includes aggressive courtroom advocacy when disputes arise, combined with proactive counseling that addresses operational realities managers face. He understands that successful employment defense requires more than legal expertise—it requires insight into ho...

For more than 30 years, Tom, who serves as head of Spotts Fain's Corporate and Business Transactions Practice, has represented clients in corporate and LLC governance matters. He serves as outside general counsel to many of the firm's clients in addition to representing them in commercial and business transactions, including mergers and acquisitions of closely held businesses. Tom frequently counsels businesses in entity formation and exit strategy planning.

Ryan T. Walker is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Ryan T. practices law in Richmond, Virginia Best Lawyers has recognized Ryan T. Walker 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 Ryan T. Walker is held by other lawyers.

Virginia Lawyers Hall of Fame inductee Tom Wolf resolves high-stakes business disputes involving construction law claims, corporate governance and shareholder actions, intellectual property litigation, general commercial lawsuits, and international law controversies. Among top-tier trial advocates when the stakes are at their highest, Tom is lead trial counsel for clients faced with serious claims. In addition to his widely recognized dispute resolution, litigation, and trial practice, Tom ac...