Michael F. Curtin

Drawing inspiration from General George S. Patton's motto, "Wars are not won by fighting battles; wars are won by choosing battles," I emphasize strategic thinking in my practice. My goal is to identify and steer clear of unnecessary conflicts, aiming to achieve business objectives with minimal confrontation. And if a battle does arise, I will represent you with ferocity and civility in the center of the ring. Learn more about my practice at Pillsbury , where I am committed to providing insig...

Micah Bonaviri is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. Micah, who practices law in Rockville, Maryland, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Micah is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Mark Palchick has served clients in the communications field since 1975, particularly in matters relating to cable television regulation, international copyright, negotiations of program affiliation agreements, E-rate funding, interconnection agreements between private carriers, and other FCC regulatory matters. Mark represents competitive telecommunications providers and cable television operators in the Caribbean, cable television group owners, E-rate vendors, and local school districts. He...

Raymond Paretzky counsels clients on import relief measures, customs compliance, export controls and trade sanctions and CFIUS. Read full biography: https://www.mwe.com/people/paretzky-raymond/

Elyse L. Strickland is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Finance Law and Family Law. Elyse L., who practices law in Potomac, Maryland, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Elyse L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Caitlin Orr is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. Caitlin, who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Caitlin is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Edward Ayoob is a partner and the co-chair of the Federal Relations Group in Barnes & Thornburg's Washington, D.C., office. His work on behalf of clients includes areas such as taxation, appropriations, Native American, small business, foreign affairs, and various regulatory concerns, among numerous other issues. Edward is the former legislative counsel, tax counsel, appropriations manager, and foreign affairs adviser to U.S. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV). He was also the senat...

Elliott A. Milhollin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Gaming Law and Native American Law. Elliott A., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Elliott A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Siran is a partner in the firm’s State Attorneys General and Enforcement Actions & Investigations practices. As such, she advises clients on a wide variety of state and federal regulatory matters, with a special emphasis on state consumer protection laws, including matters involving consumer financial services, data security, advertising and marketing. A former Senior Assistant Attorney General, Siran uses expertise gained in public service to resolve issues with state investigators...

Ellen K. Harrison advises clients on a broad range of tax issues, including estate planning and administration, tax controversies, and income, gift and estate tax planning for individuals, businesses and charitable organizations. She has significant experience drafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney, prenuptial arrangements and buy-sell agreements, as well as a broad range of corporate documents and family partnership agreements. Her tax controversy and litigation experience includes Inter...