Thomas E. Carter

Howard Shapiro is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers. He has more than 35 years of courtroom experience as a trial lawyer in civil and criminal matters, and has been repeatedly recognized as one of the nation’s leading litigators in high-stakes cases, ranging from bet-the-company contractual disputes to mass torts to white-collar litigation.

Natan J. Leyva is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Tax Law. Natan J. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Natan J. Leyva since 2020. 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 Natan J. Leyva is held by other lawyers.

Julie Tibbets is a partner in Goodwin’s Technology and Life Sciences group and a member of its FDA practice.Ms. Tibbets focuses her practice on FDA-regulated product development, marketing and corporate communications as well as the intersection of each of those with corporate strategy and securities disclosure obligations. Her product reach spans biologics, drugs, medical devices, in vitro diagnostics, foods, dietary supplements, and cosmetics. Ms. Tibbets advises clients on interactio...

Gifford R. Hampshire is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Land Use and Zoning. Gifford R. practices law in Manassas, Virginia Best Lawyers has recognized Gifford R. Hampshire 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 Gifford R. Hampshire is held by other lawyers.

David advises clients on the management of a variety of benefit plans, and regularly counsels on executive compensation arrangements. Clients describe him as “very knowledgeable, responsive, and practical” and “recommend David to any client seeking an employee benefits counsel” ( Chambers USA ). David focuses his practice on employee benefits matters, including all areas of qualified and nonqualified retirement plans, health and welfare plans, executive compensation, a...

Jeffrey F. Robertson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Securities and Securities Regulation. Jeffrey F. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Jeffrey F. Robertson since 2011. 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 Jeffrey F. Robertson is held by other lawyers.

Subha Bollini is a Partner at Correia & Puth. Ms. Bollini has represented employees across the U.S. in employment discrimination and retaliation claims under local, state and federal statutes. She has represented employees in claims against employers of varying sizes, from small businesses to local, state, and federal agencies, to Fortune 50 corporations, including claims of discrimination based on age , race , and sex , and whistleblower reprisal. Employee Rights Litigation in the Greate...

Colin J. Smith is a partner in Holland & Knight's Northern Virginia office and a member of the firm's Real Estate Section. Mr. Smith focuses his practice primarily on sophisticated commercial real estate transactions, including development, sales and acquisitions, financings, and leasing. Mr. Smith has extensive knowledge and experience with the leasing and operation of parking facilities; he served as outside counsel to a large national parking management company. His clients include lan...

Employers faced with complex employment and employee benefit claims count on Emily Seymour Costin to resolve disputes at the beginning stages with maximum efficiency. In addition to managing active cases, she advises clients on proven strategies to avoid future litigation. Emily leads the firm’s ERISA Litigation practice. She regularly represents employers, plan sponsors, insurers, and fiduciaries in litigation over benefits and fiduciary matters under ERISA, including those involving i...

Naveen Modi is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Intellectual Property and Litigation - Patent. Naveen practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Naveen Modi 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 Naveen Modi is held by other lawyers.