Lynn E. Hawkins

Meridith H. Moldenhauer is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. Meridith H., 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 Meridith H. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Wayne Lalle focuses his practice on construction claims and litigation. He has extensive experience representing both contractors and public owners. In addition, he is well-versed in project development and contract formation for transportation projects. Significant Matters His recent work includes litigation, arbitration, ADR and claims regarding bridges, nuclear waste remediation, refineries, wastewater treatment plants, nuclear power plants, dams, missile assembly facilities, communication...

Ama Adams is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of International Trade and Finance Law. Ama, 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 Ama is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Jessica Sura is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants. Jessica, who practices law in Fairfax, Virginia, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jessica is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Jason A. Ross is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management. Jason A., who practices law in Reston, Virginia, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jason A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Goutam “Gooch” Patnaik is a partner of Desmarais LLP, where his practice focuses on representing innovators in their most challenging intellectual property and commercial matters, with a particular emphasis on patent and trademark disputes. He has particularly deep experience with Section 337 investigations before the International Trade Commission (ITC) and litigation in key patent venues such as the U.S. District Courts for the Western District of Texas, the District of Delaware...

R. Peyton Mahaffey is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Trusts and Estates and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. R. Peyton, who practices law in Fairfax, Virginia, has been recognized since 2011. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which R. Peyton is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Natanya is a highly respected wealth planning attorney who appreciates the sensitive and technical nature of her practice. A specialist in estate planning and charitable matters, she places a high priority on understanding her clients’ concerns and goals at a holistic level, so her legal work meets each client’s unique needs. Natanya approaches every estate planning engagement with empathy, honesty and pragmatism. She communicates in a way that her clients understand, and ensures ...

Michael K. Berman is a partner in the Real Estate Department, and member of the Real Estate Private Equity practice and Local Department Chair of the Real Estate Department in Washington D.C. His practice focuses on the representation of debt funds, lending institutions, private equity funds, developers, investors and operators in a variety of commercial real estate transactions with an emphasis on real estate private equity. Michael's practice includes both debt and equity representations, i...

Though divorce can be one of life’s most distressing events, by building relationships, cultivating trust and creating solutions, Sarah Zimmerman helps clients achieve the best outcome possible while attempting to minimize the financial and emotional impact of divorce. Sarah excels in guiding clients through complex financial and custody issues, and serves a wide range of individuals including high-asset clients and working or stay-at-home spouses who are financially dependent. Sarah's ...