Jessica L. "Jess" Ellsworth

Sheraz Barkat is a Washington, D.C. attorney with Barkat Law Firm whose practice focuses on helping individuals and families address complex legal and personal matters with practical guidance and clear communication. He works with clients facing emotionally challenging situations and strives to develop thoughtful solutions tailored to their goals and long-term interests. Mr. Barkat represents clients in a wide range of matters involving Family Law , Collaborative Law: Family Law, Family Law M...

Nicole M. Elliott is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Native American Law and Tax Law. Nicole M. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Nicole M. Elliott 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 Nicole M. Elliott is held by other lawyers.

Mr. Siegel represents media clients in First Amendment, intellectual property, and entertainment law cases in trial and appellate courts throughout every region of the country. He also provides pre-broadcast and pre-publication counseling to a wide range of print and web publishers, television networks, and film producers. Mr. Siegel's litigation practice covers a variety of issues for media clients, and has included successfully defending ESPN in defamation suits brought by major sports pers...

My interest in a legal career began with my internship with Cooper Ginsberg Gray when I was home from James Madison University for summer and winter breaks. After college, I enrolled in law school at Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law where I had a focus in criminal law and enjoyed participating in moot court competitions. My internship with a Georgia county District Attorney’s office gave me the opportunity to be in court often and litigate my first jury trial. My profess...

Robert C. Jones is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Government Relations Practice. Robert C. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Robert C. Jones since 2020. 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 Robert C. Jones is held by other lawyers.

Jeffrey A. Lamken is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Appellate Practice, Bet-the-Company Litigation and Commercial Litigation. Jeffrey A. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Jeffrey A. Lamken since 2006. 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 Jeffrey A. Lamken is held by other l...

Benjamin Griffitts is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Criminal Defense: General Practice. Benjamin practices law in Fairfax, Virginia Best Lawyers has recognized Benjamin Griffitts 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 Benjamin Griffitts is held by other lawyers.

Elizabeth C. Morrogh is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. Elizabeth C. practices law in Fairfax, Virginia Best Lawyers has recognized Elizabeth C. Morrogh since 2015. 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 Elizabeth C. Morrogh is held by other lawyers.

Bob Wellen, a partner of the firm, has practiced tax law for nearly 35 years. His practice involves planning, structuring and negotiating business transactions and representing taxpayers seeking private letter rulings from IRS and tax policy determinations from IRS and the Treasury Department and in controversies with IRS. He also serves as an arbitrator and as an expert witness in commercial disputes involving tax issues. Bob grew up in Jersey City, New Jersey. He graduated from Yale College...

Amy L. Edwards is a partner in Holland & Knight's Public Policy & Regulation Group, where she serves as co-chair for the firm's national Environment Team, as well as its Military Installation Redevelopment Team. Ms. Edwards has been practicing environmental and energy law for more than 25 years. She routinely counsels developers, lenders and corporations about effective strategies for structuring real estate and corporate transactions to minimize environmental and financial risk. Ms. ...