Thomas A. "Tom" Clare

FOUNDING PARTNER For four years in a row from 2022-2025, Superlawyers magazine voted Mr. Jezic as one the Top 10 Best Lawyers in all of Maryland (among 40,000 lawyers). Mr. Jezic’s primary focus is winning - a Not Guilty verdict or a dismissal. Otherwise, his goal is to get a result beyond expectations. To this end, Mr. Jezic has built an astonishing record of success in winning jury trials for his clients: 88% of all his jury trials as a defense attorney have resulted in some type of w...

Mark L. Whitaker is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Intellectual Property. Mark L., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mark L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

A. Jeff Ifrah’s legal skills and record of success have earned him international recognition as a white-collar criminal defense lawyer and litigator. He is an advocate keenly focused on delivering results for his clients – on understanding the problems they face and developing innovative strategies to resolve them. Considered one of the world’s foremost attorneys in Online Gaming Law , Jeff is ranked in Chambers Global Gaming Guide and is the only attorney ranked in Band 1 n...

Kristi L. Wolff is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Advertising Law. Kristi L., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kristi L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Cameron has more than 35 years of experience representing real estate investment trusts (REITs) and real estate companies in a wide range of transactions, including initial public offerings, secondary offerings, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and going-private transactions. He advises issuers and underwriters in real estate-related capital markets transactions and public and private mergers and acquisitions. Clients rely on Cam's extensive tax knowledge to navigate complex tax rules...

Gifford R. Hampshire is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Land Use and Zoning. Gifford R., who practices law in Manassas, Virginia, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Gifford R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Michael V. Nakamura is an experienced and compassionate lawyer committed to achieving justice for his clients, primarily those who have suffered devastating injuries as the result of the negligence of others. Clients often come to Mike when they are confused, intimidated or overwhelmed by the legal process, and are unsure about their rights as a victim. As a result, Mike is often hired because of his calming manner and willingness to take the time to explain the legal process. This comforting...

A member of Dickinson Wright’s Washington, D.C. office, Jonathan Wachs focuses his practice on intellectual property law, outsourced legal departments, and the legal cannabis industry. Jonathan regularly navigates state-specific regulations for cannabis industry applicants, operators and stakeholders and secures regulatory approval for cannabis license transfers and changes. He has also facilitated numerous business transactions involving the sale, purchase, and combination of integrate...

John E. Byrnes has been practicing exclusively in the area of family law since 1996. He practices in all of the northern Virginia circuit courts and juvenile and domestic relations district courts as well as the Virginia Court of Appeal. While most matters are amicably resolved thorough negotiation or mediation, John has extensive litigation experience. During his career, John’s practice has covered virtually every aspect of family law, from: complex equitable distribution matters invol...

John L. Laster is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Elder Law and Trusts and Estates. John L., who practices law in Fairfax, Virginia, has been recognized since 2007. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which John L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.