James W. "Will" Woodlee

James W. "Will" Woodlee

Washington, DC recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021
Kleinfeld, Kaplan & Becker LLP

8 Best Lawyers awards

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Awarded Practice Areas

Administrative / Regulatory Law Cannabis Law FDA Law

Biography

James W. Woodlee is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Administrative / Regulatory Law, Cannabis Law and FDA Law.

James W., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which James W. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Kleinfeld, Kaplan & Becker LLP

8 Best Lawyers awards

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Overview

  • Wake Forest University, J.D., graduated 2010
  • Wake Forest University, J.D., graduated 2010

Client Testimonials

James W. Woodlee has been a trusted advisor to our firm and our clients for over eight years. Mr. Woodlee consistently demonstrates an exceptional understanding of the statutory law and is able to communicate to us and our clients in simple terms both the substance of the law and suggested prudent courses of action relative to our immediate and future circumstance. Personally, and our firm agrees, we do not take labeling or submission actions without first consulting Mr. Woodlee.

Chris Woodruff (Chemular Inc.)

Will has a great capacity to understand the complexities of FDA oversight of the tobacco industry. Will communicates timely with clients and not only provides legal advice but often times strategic planning to best position their client for success. He is an invaluable resource for his clients who often have had no real regulatory oversight or experience. The Regulations issued by the FDA are usually at the 10,000-foot level and without the vast experience of Will and his counterparts most of his clients would likely be lost and not compliant with the regulations. Will also serves as a conduit to the FDA for many clients and can explain issues to the FDA so even bureaucrats can understand those issues. That's a skill set lost on many. The relationship that Will and KKB have developed with the FDA center for tobacco products is second to none. I highly recommend Will.

A kevin Altman (CITMA)

mechancisville, VA

Awards & Focus

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Administrative / Regulatory Law
  • Cannabis Law
  • FDA Law
Additional Areas of Practice:
  • Advertising Law
  • Food and Beverage Law

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