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Rachael Smiley brings more than 15 years of legal experience to FBFK Law and currently serves as Chair of the firm’s Restructuring practice. She advises clients throughout the Chapter 11 reorganization process, including asset sales, plan confirmation, and post-confirmation plan administration. Rachael also has experience litigating bankruptcy-related disputes, including contested matters, adversary proceedings, valuation disputes, claim objections, and avoidance actions. Before joining...

Darlene S. Lesser is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Darlene S. practices law in Fairfax, Virginia Best Lawyers has recognized Darlene S. Lesser 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 Darlene S. Lesser is held by other lawyers.

Julie Sirlin Pleshivoy advises high‑net‑worth families, family offices, and entrepreneurs on the full spectrum of wealth transfer and tax planning. Combining sophisticated tax knowledge with a background in investment management, she develops estate plans that safeguard family assets and support smooth transitions across generations. Leveraging her experience and an LL.M. in Federal Income Taxation, Julie brings a distinctive financial perspective to structuring business ventures, succession ...

J. Christopher Anderson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. J. Christopher practices law in Nashville, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized J. Christopher Anderson since 2019. 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 J. Christopher Anderson is held by othe...

To his clients, Russ Sizemore is a problem solver. With a focus on employment law, Russ serves as an extended member of his clients’ human resources departments, providing legal counsel on a range of employment issues and litigating complex employment cases. A true partner, Russ invests the time to deeply understand his clients’ business models and corporate cultures. He appreciates that clients often face time-sensitive challenges and need an attorney they can turn to on short no...

William Thacker’s practice concentrates on traditional labor matters, employment litigation and day-to-day counseling of clients on the various employee and labor relations issues that arise within their organizations. He advises clients during union representation campaigns and elections as well as non-Board recognition processes, including the negotiation and administration of card-check recognition agreements. Mr. Thacker negotiates collective bargaining agreements; advises clients r...

Jeffrey A. Poley is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Public Finance Law. Jeffrey A. practices law in Raleigh, North Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Jeffrey A. Poley since 2010. 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 A. Poley is held by other lawyers.

Michael D. Foster is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Tax Law. Michael D. practices law in Los Angeles, California Best Lawyers has recognized Michael D. Foster 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 Michael D. Foster is held by other lawyers.

Justin C. Sorel is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Justin C. practices law in West Palm Beach, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Justin C. Sorel 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 Justin C. Sorel is held by other lawyers.

James A. "Jim" Goldstein is the founding partner of Goldstein Hayes Trial Lawyers , one of Georgia's premier plaintiff trial firms devoted exclusively to catastrophic injury, medical malpractice, trucking, and wrongful death litigation. Since founding the firm in the mid-1980s, Mr. Goldstein has helped build a nationally recognized litigation practice known for handling the most serious and complex cases while maintaining a selective approach that allows every client to receive direct attorne...