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John Sandweg is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Immigration Law. John, who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which John is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Bill Burgess’ practice focuses on appellate litigation across a broad range of subject matter, including patent litigation, commercial litigation, and regulatory matters. He has argued appeals in most of the United States courts of appeals, including several in the Federal Circuit. He has been to trial several times, joining trial teams to brief dispositive motions or prepare for appeals, and has also practiced before agencies such as the Patent & Trademark Office, International Tra...

Gerald Curran has been a dedicated trial lawyer in Virginia since 1991, concentrating his practice on domestic relations litigation. He handles all facets of family law, including equitable distribution, child and spousal support, custody, and visitation, and drafting separation and property settlement agreements. Mr. Curran has extensive experience litigating complex, high-value cases, including those involving the valuation and distribution of business interests, stock options, real estate,...

Shannon M. Bloodworth is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Patent. Shannon M., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2020. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Shannon M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Joseph R. Palmore is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice. Joseph R., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2020. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Joseph R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

For over two decades, I have represented clients in Northern Virginia who need family law assistance. My goal is to provide vigorous, honest, and thorough representation.I started this firm with my founding partners in November 2004, and have worked towards becoming the best family law partnership in Virginia. Since 2004 we have grown to a firm of nine attorneys from various backgrounds. We are a full-service team ready to handle virtually any Virginia family law issue.I pride myself on being...

James A. Kearns is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Admiralty and Maritime Law. James A., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which James A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Michael J. Leotta is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Michael J., 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 Michael J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Carole A. Rubin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law and Family Law Mediation. Carole A., who practices law in Reston, Virginia, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Carole A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Roscoe C. Howard, Jr. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Roscoe C., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2006. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Roscoe C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.