Mary Cate O'Brien

John E. Byrnes has been practicing exclusively in the area of family law since 1996. He practices in all of the northern Virginia circuit courts and juvenile and domestic relations district courts as well as the Virginia Court of Appeal. While most matters are amicably resolved thorough negotiation or mediation, John has extensive litigation experience. During his career, John’s practice has covered virtually every aspect of family law, from: complex equitable distribution matters invol...

Peter V. Lindsay is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of FDA Law. Peter V. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Peter V. Lindsay 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 Peter V. Lindsay is held by other lawyers.

When you or someone you know needs assistance for family law matters, I can offer compassionate and skilled legal representation. I am committed to helping all of my clients understand the legal aspects of their specific situations to ensure the best resolution of each individual case. My practice is devoted entirely to family law matters including divorce, property division, support, custody and visitation matters, and protective order hearings and subsequent appeals. I have also expanded my...

Caitlin Grant is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Caitlin practices law in Bethesda, Maryland Best Lawyers has recognized Caitlin Grant 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 Caitlin Grant is held by other lawyers.

Lynn E. Calkins is the practice group leader for Holland & Knight's Washington, D.C. Litigation Group and serves on the firm's Directors Committee. Ms. Calkins is a trial lawyer and appellate advocate, concentrating in the defense of claims under the Fair Housing Act and Americans with Disabilities Act brought against real estate developers, hotels, retailers and local governments. In addition to this focus, she has handled numerous business and real estate disputes, zoning appeals, regul...

Daniel P. Lyon is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Daniel P. practices law in Leesburg, Virginia Best Lawyers has recognized Daniel P. Lyon 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 Daniel P. Lyon is held by other lawyers.

Theresa M. Connolly is the co-managing partner of the Washington, D.C. Metro offices, where her litigation practice focuses on advising and counseling employers in all employment matters and defending employers in all aspects of workplace litigation including complex trade secret misappropriation cases. She has significant experience representing employers in regards to discrimination claims, harassment, contractor issues, wage and overtime claims, wrongful discharge, contracts, tort actions ...

Natan J. Leyva is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Tax Law. Natan J. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Natan J. Leyva 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 Natan J. Leyva is held by other lawyers.

David Aaron is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. David practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized David Aaron since 2027. 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 David Aaron is held by other lawyers.

Ranked by both Chambers USA and The Legal 500, and twice named a Law360 MVP for Government Contracts, Andrew Shipley is widely regarded as a leading government contracts litigator with a reputation for creative lawyering and outstanding written and oral advocacy. On multiple occasions, his client wins were described in the legal press as among the most significant government contract cases of the year because of the novel legal theories he crafted.