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David Godofsky is a partner in the Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Group of Alston & Bird. He is chair of the Retirement and Benefits Committee of the firm, and during his tenure as Leader of the Employee Benefits Group (including ERISA Litigation) the firm was named “Law Firm of the Year” by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® for ERISA Litigation in 2016 and Employee Benefits (ERISA) in 2015 and 2017. David is part of the firm's team of litigators which repres...

For more than 15 years, Leigh has been helping families and individuals navigate matters that include divorce, custody, visitation, spousal support, child support, property division and protective orders. She represents clients throughout Northern Virginia in all aspects of domestic relations litigation. While litigation is a fundamental aspect of her practice, the majority of her cases settle outside of court. It is Leigh’s goal to help clients reach an agreement in the most efficient ...

David M. Lynn is a partner in the Washington D.C. Office of Morrison & Foerster, and is co-chair of the firm’s Corporate Finance practice. He is the former Chief Counsel of the Division of Corporation Finance at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Mr. Lynn is a highly respected securities advisory counsel who provides guidance to clients ranging from Fortune 500 to newly-public companies on securities law compliance, as well as counseling on corporate governance, executive ...

Maureen E. Danker is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Maureen E. practices law in Fairfax, Virginia Best Lawyers has recognized Maureen E. Danker 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 Maureen E. Danker is held by other lawyers.

Ama Adams is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of International Trade and Finance Law. Ama practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Ama Adams since 2025. 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 Ama Adams is held by other lawyers.

John T. Winkler is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. John T. practices law in Reston, Virginia Best Lawyers has recognized John T. Winkler since 2025. 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 John T. Winkler is held by other lawyers.

Gerald A. Morrissey III is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Admiralty and Maritime Law. Gerald A. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Gerald A. Morrissey III 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 Gerald A. Morrissey III is held by other lawyers.

Deborah B. Baum is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Real Estate and Litigation - Trusts and Estates. Deborah B. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Deborah B. Baum since 2018. 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 Deborah B. Baum is held by other lawyers.

Warren Lee Lewis serves as chair of Akerman’s Franchise & Licensing Practice, a highly experienced team that handles U.S. and international franchising, licensing, dealership and trademark counseling, registration and litigation matters for franchisors, licensors, subfranchisors, dealers and other business clients. In the field of franchising, Warren has authored books, studies, articles and regulatory comments, frequently speaks at U.S. and international franchise conferences, and ...

Swain Wood, formerly the first assistant attorney general of North Carolina and general counsel to Attorney General Josh Stein, serves as co-chair of the firm’s State Attorneys General Practice. While serving in government, he was one of the most highly regarded leaders in the state attorney general community nationally and is a proven problem-solver in private practice, working closely with clients to successfully anticipate, navigate and resolve complex legal disputes.