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Kellee Boulais Kruse is a principal at The Employment Law Group ® law firm with a passion for working on civil rights cases, especially those concerning discrimination. She has additional experience with contract disputes, whistleblower retaliation cases, and claims brought under state and federal statutes such as Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, the Energy Reorganization Act, and the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act. Ms. Kruse re...

Criminal defense lawyer and civil litigator Michael Battle is focused on white collar criminal matters. Having previously served as a prosecutor and judge himself, Michael understands their perspectives and designs compelling arguments that have the best chance of defending his clients and mitigating their exposure to prosecution. After leaving public service for private practice, Michael has counseled numerous clients on cases involving the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), healthcare fr...

Adam is co-chair of the International Trade Commission (ITC) Section 337 Team. Adam’s ITC experience is incomparable, scoring major victories in patent, trademark, gray market, counterfeiting, unfair competition, and antitrust litigation before the ITC, obtaining exclusion orders against several respondents, obtaining the largest civil penalty awarded in ITC history, and defending a number of large companies on the defensive side. He has also represented several clients in proceedings b...

Recognizing that many people meet Heather Mehigan during times of significant personal and family turmoil, her legal insight and sincerity puts them at ease. A tireless advocate for her clients, she assesses the circumstances of each matter and then works collaboratively with all parties to affect the best possible resolution. Heather instills a sense of confidence in her clients, and opposing counsel respect her fair and firm efforts to achieve consensus. Her areas of focus include fiduciary...

Jay E. Silberg is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Energy Law. Jay E. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Jay E. Silberg since 2010. 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 Jay E. Silberg is held by other lawyers.

Charlie Speth helps companies and individuals navigate and solve their most difficult problems. A litigator with nearly 20 years of experience, he represents companies and individuals in complex civil litigation and government enforcement matters.

Ian Paul Fisher is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Native American Law. Ian Paul practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Ian Paul Fisher 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 Ian Paul Fisher is held by other lawyers.

Smith R. Brittingham IV is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Patent. Smith R. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Smith R. Brittingham IV 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 Smith R. Brittingham IV is held by other lawyers.

Victor S. Chang is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. Victor S. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Victor S. Chang 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 Victor S. Chang is held by other lawyers.

Christopher S. Rizek is a Member in Caplin & Drysdale's Washington, D.C., office. He also serves as General Counsel to the firm. In 2014, he was listed in the elite "Leading Lawyer" list for Tax Controversy by The Legal 500 . Services Mr. Rizek represents taxpayers in all types of federal civil and criminal tax controversy matters. He also guides clients through IRS audits, prepares administrative claims and protests of IRS actions, and litigates tax and tax-related cases in U.S. district...