Richard P. "Rich" Bonnifield

Merrill Kramer represents energy project developers, private equity companies, and institutional lenders on the development, financing, sale, acquisition, and investment in energy projects and portfolios. Merrill represents some of the most active and innovative players in the energy industry. He has represented Fortune 200 companies and other clients in the development and financing of over 80 energy infrastructure projects representing more than $30 billion in invested capital. Merrrill has...

Amy Bradley is passionate about seeking justice for her clients. Ms. Bradley zealously protects her clients interests while guiding them through the legal process with a compassionate and relatable approach. She works closely with her clients to strategize and achieve the best possible outcomes. Ms. Bradley’s experience includes more than 100 bench and jury trials. In personal injury matters, she represents clients who have sustained life-altering injuries from the negligence or unlawfu...

Brandon H. Elledge is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Brandon H. practices law in Tysons, Virginia Best Lawyers has recognized Brandon H. Elledge since 2016. 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 Brandon H. Elledge is held by other lawyers.

Joseph Guarino handles dispute resolution in the construction sector, including major claims relating to the development of energy facilities, hotel complexes and commercial buildings. His experience includes all aspects of contract drafting and negotiations, counseling on contract administration, claim preservation and avoidance, and dispute resolution and litigation within the construction industry. Joe's broad experience includes tunnels, power plants, high-rise buildings, hospitals, deten...

Robert “Mike” Brock is a nationally recognized trial lawyer with 25 years of experience handling high-stakes, bet-the-business litigation. His practice focuses on representing pharmaceuticals and life sciences companies, particularly in product liability and mass tort cases. He has tried cases in a wide range of areas and has represented clients in antitrust, malpractice, toxic tort and securities class action litigation, as well as in other types of cases. Mike is a fellow of the...

Benjamin Grosz is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law and Tax Law. Benjamin practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Benjamin Grosz since 2024. 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 Benjamin Grosz is held by other lawyers.

Stuart Sears is an experienced trial attorney whose practice focuses on criminal and white collar defense. Before joining Schertler & Onorato LLP, Mr. Sears was a partner at a law firm in Alexandria, Virginia, where he represented individuals in a wide array of federal and state criminal proceedings. Mr. Sears's broad defense experience includes representing individuals charged with health care fraud, false claims, money laundering, mail and wire fraud, illegal structuring, and mortgage f...

Daniel P. Hodin is a member of the firm’s Real Estate , Financial Services and Commercial Transactions practice groups. He has over 25 years of experience in commercial and residential real estate and loan transactions, including acquiring, financing, developing, owning, leasing, managing and selling real estate. He has represented local, national and international real estate developers, builders and syndicators, owners, and office and retail tenants in conjunction with prominent real ...

Carmen Irizarry-Díaz is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. Carmen practices law in McLean, Virginia Best Lawyers has recognized Carmen Irizarry-Díaz since 2024. 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 Carmen Irizarry-Díaz is held by other lawyers.

David Benowitz is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Criminal Defense: White-Collar and DUI / DWI Defense. David practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized David Benowitz 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 David Benowitz is held by other lawyers.