Molly F. James

Ms. Javitt provides strategic FDA regulatory advice for leading medical device, diagnostics, pharmaceutical, biological products, and human cellular, and tissue-based products (HCT/Ps) throughout the product life cycle and has successfully resolved disputes at both the pre- and post-market stage. She also has significant experience advising clinical laboratories on FDA and CLIA requirements for laboratory developed tests. Ms. Javitt’s experience prior to joining Hyman, Phelps & McNa...

Elizabeth Drake is a principal in the firm’s Plan Sponsor group. Her practice covers Employee Retirement Income Security Act (“ERISA”) and tax requirements applicable to retirement plans and non-qualified arrangements, health and welfare benefits and fringe benefit programs. In recent years, Elizabeth’s practice has focused on counseling and advocacy work on behalf of large plan sponsors on complex and sensitive matters primarily involving their defined benefit pension...

Paul Smollar has been practicing family law for more than forty years, and has become a leader in Collaborative Practice in the Washington Metropolitan Area. Recognized as the only trained mediator in the District of Columbia by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, Mr. Smollar nevertheless is an accomplished litigator when matters do not settle. Mr. Smollar practices in both the District of Columbia and Virginia and is an active member of the Fairfax County Bar, the Virginia Trial Law...

Justin V. Shur is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Justin V. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Justin V. Shur 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 Justin V. Shur is held by other lawyers.

Eric Solomon is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Tax Law. Eric practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Eric Solomon since 2019. 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 Eric Solomon is held by other lawyers.

Gregory A. Smith is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Native American Law. Gregory A. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Gregory A. Smith 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 Gregory A. Smith is held by other lawyers.

Robert C. MacKichan Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Real Estate and Real Estate Law. Robert C. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Robert C. MacKichan Jr. since 2008. 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. MacKichan Jr. is held by other lawyers.

Jason Lee is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. Jason practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Jason Lee 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 Jason Lee is held by other lawyers.

Personal injury and medical malpractice victims, and those who have been injured by the federal government, turn to Karl Protil when they need a lawyer who has a 20 year record of winning such cases. Clients depend on Karl when the stakes are high, and when their situations call for a lawyer who is not afraid to take chances when it comes to bringing the much needed emotional and financial closure they deserve. Victims benefit from his unique technical skill-set which includes both deep knowl...

David B. Torchinsky is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. David B. practices law in Rockville, Maryland Best Lawyers has recognized David B. Torchinsky 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 David B. Torchinsky is held by other lawyers.