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Michael L. Vogelsang, Jr., is a principal at The Employment Law Group ® law firm, where he frequently handles cases that involve whistleblower retaliation, employment discrimination, wrongful termination, and other workplace claims. Since joining the firm in 2007, Mr. Vogelsang has gained extensive experience representing federal employees. He specializes in navigating the administrative labyrinth of cases across dozens of departments and agencies, such as: the Department of Defense, the ...

Lawrence J. McClafferty is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Trusts and Estates. Lawrence J. practices law in Leesburg, Virginia Best Lawyers has recognized Lawrence J. McClafferty 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 Lawrence J. McClafferty is held by other lawyers.

Elyse L. Strickland is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Finance Law and Family Law. Elyse L. practices law in Potomac, Maryland Best Lawyers has recognized Elyse L. Strickland since 2025. 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 Elyse L. Strickland is held by other lawyers.

With a successful twenty-five year career in energy law, Andy focuses his practice on representing a diverse range of energy companies in administrative proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), state regulatory agencies, and federal and state courts. In 2023, Chambers USA stated, “Andy’s judgment on strategic issues is excellent, and he can see through complexity to find a balanced approach on issues.” He is also recognized for being “very br...

Elizabeth C. Morrogh is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. Elizabeth C. practices law in Fairfax, Virginia Best Lawyers has recognized Elizabeth C. Morrogh since 2015. 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 Elizabeth C. Morrogh is held by other lawyers.

Nicole Lynn Kobrine has successfully climbed to the top of the often male-dominated areas of complex business litigation and commercial real estate. She has been trying cases for more than 20 years and has secured major victories in the courts of DC, Maryland and Virginia. The judges in these jurisdictions know her, and oftentimes she is the only female lawyer in the well of the courtroom. Primarily practicing throughout the Washington, DC metropolitan area and nationally, Nicole's recent eng...

James J. Murphy is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Labor and Employment. James J. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized James J. Murphy 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 James J. Murphy is held by other lawyers.

Garen Dodge, a principal in the Washington, D.C. region office, has spent his career working side by side with clients looking to tackle the thorniest of labor and employment issues with creative solutions. He has successfully defended employers, including Fortune 500 companies in a broad range of industries, including restaurants and retail, in matters involving privacy, discrimination, background checks, harassment, wage and hour, and occupational safety and health. His Washington, D.C. exp...

Glenn M. Cooper is the chair and senior member of the firm’s Litigation and Family Law practices. He frequently appears before federal and state courts at both the trial and appellate levels, and before arbitration panels and professional disciplinary boards. The majority of his practice is devoted to complex business, financial, commercial and domestic litigation involving significant business issues. A number of Mr. Cooper’s cases have helped shape the current state of the law i...

Robert Stankey is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Communications Law. Robert practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Robert Stankey since 2025. 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 Stankey is held by other lawyers.