Ria M. Williams

Rich’s practice focuses on antitrust and consumer protection law. Rich has extensive experience securing clearance for deals from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Department of Justice (DOJ), navigating FTC and DOJ investigations and litigating antitrust and/or consumer protection claims. Rich began his legal career at the FTC, serving as a Staff Attorney and then as Senior Trial Counsel in the Bureau of Competition. At the FTC, Rich was a senior member of multiple trial teams, in...

Christian A. Buerger is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Christian A. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Christian A. Buerger 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 Christian A. Buerger is held by other lawyers.

Marc DeCandia is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Marc practices law in Bethesda, Maryland Best Lawyers has recognized Marc DeCandia 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 Marc DeCandia is held by other lawyers.

Chris dedicates his practice to helping clients and making his community a safer place. He has earned a reputation as an exceptional litigator in the courtroom. With nearly a decade of trial experience, he has handled hundreds of bench and jury trials in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Chris knows how to present evidence so that the jury comprehends his client’s hardships and the impact their injuries have had on their lives. Chris works on a wide range of personal injury cases including ...

Sheila Millar leads Keller and Heckman’s consumer protection regulatory practices and brings deep experience to a range of public policy and regulatory matters, including advertising and promotions, sustainability and environmental claims, connected products, privacy, cybersecurity, and product safety. She counsels United States (U.S.) and international businesses on compliance questions and processes, represents them in regulatory enforcement matters, and advocates on their behalf befo...

Tracy E. Phillips is a family law attorney at Selzer Gurvitch in Bethesda, Maryland, representing clients throughout Maryland and Washington, D.C. She advises individuals and families through every stage of the legal process, from negotiated resolutions to litigation in court. Clients value her thoughtful approach, attention to detail, and commitment to keeping them informed throughout their cases. Tracy works with clients on a broad range of family law matters, including divorce, child custo...

Robert B. Robbins is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law and Securities / Capital Markets Law. Robert B. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Robert B. Robbins since 2013. 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 B. Robbins is held by other lawyers.

Jonathan C. Bond is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Appellate Practice. Jonathan C. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Jonathan C. Bond 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 Jonathan C. Bond is held by other lawyers.

Brooksany Barrowes is a partner in the Washington, D.C., office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP. Brooksany represents clients in regulatory litigation and transactional matters that relate to the energy industry and energy commodity markets. She has worked on cases before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, state public utility commissions including the Public Utility Commission of Texas, the Department of Energy, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, and federal and state courts. She h...

Steve Weber is a Partner in Peckar & Abramson PC ’s Washington, District of Columbia office and serves as Co-Chair of the firm’s Government Contracts practice. He brings more than 35 years of experience representing domestic and international contractors in construction law matters, including construction litigation and government contracts , in the United States and abroad. Steve’s practice focuses on representing construction contractors involved in power projects, hig...