Best Lawyers in America for Government Relations Practice
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Robin Burrell focuses her practice on complex commercial and government-facing litigation in both trial and appellate courts. Frequently representing leading technology companies and universities, Ms. Burrell handles high-stakes civil litigation matters implicating constitutional and statutory issues, including under the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) and the Administrative Procedure Act (APA). Ms. Burrell has extensive experience with all phases of civil litigation in federal and state ...
Shannon Morrissey focuses her practice on environmental, natural resources and ESG matters, including environmental justice and related emerging policy issues. She has assisted clients in technology, real estate, mining, airline and other industries—including multi-national industrial corporations, manufacturers and oil and gas companies, as well as major residential and commercial developers—on a wide variety of permitting, compliance, enforcement and litigation matters.
Edward Thomas is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Government Relations Practice. Edward practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Edward Thomas 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 Edward Thomas is held by other lawyers.
Wesley C. Jackson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Governance and Compliance Law, Criminal Defense: General Practice and Government Relations Practice. Wesley C. practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Wesley C. Jackson 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 Wesley C. Jackso...
Kathryn Yukevich is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Government Relations Practice. Kathryn practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Kathryn Yukevich 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 Kathryn Yukevich is held by other lawyers.
Aimee P. Ghosh is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Government Relations Practice. Aimee P. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Aimee P. Ghosh since 2021. 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 Aimee P. Ghosh is held by other lawyers.
Michael J. Morillo focuses his practice on a range of government investigations, internal reviews, and strategic response matters, with a particular emphasis on anti-discrimination investigations and counseling. He represents a wide range of clients—including start-ups, major universities, financial institutions, and global technology companies.
Erin Killeen is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Government Relations Practice, Health Care Law and Public Finance Law. Erin practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Erin Killeen 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 Erin Killeen is held by other lawyers.
Caitlin C. Burchette is an associate in Lewis Thomason's Knoxville office where she focuses her practice on education law, employment law, civil litigation, and insurance defense. She also has an extensive background in governmental entity defense, civil rights litigation, and appellate work. Caitlin is a graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law. While in law school, she served as a member of the Pro Bono Board and was an Articles Editor on the ABA Real Property, Trust, and ...
Jordan L. Fleischer is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Government Relations Practice. Jordan L. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Jordan L. Fleischer 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 Jordan L. Fleischer is held by other lawyers.
Luci Hague is a partner in Kirkland & Ellis LLP’s International Trade and National Security Practice Group in the Washington, D.C., office. Luci advises investors and companies on complex cross-border transactional and advisory matters involving U.S. national security, with a focus on CFIUS reviews as well as OFAC sanctions matters and U.S. export controls. She is widely recognized for her significant experience in advising private equity sponsors, asset managers, and operating comp...
Rebecca M. Scaife represents clients in government investigations, internal investigations, and a wide variety of complex litigation matters. She provides strategic counsel to clients responding to high-profile corporate crises and advises on government investigations and congressional oversight. She also conducted racial equity and civil rights audits for companies across a range of industries and has significant experience conducting sensitive internal investigations following reported alle...
Nick C. Duffey is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Government Relations Practice. Nick C. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Nick C. Duffey 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 Nick C. Duffey is held by other lawyers.
Rishita Apsani is a litigation counsel who represents clients in a wide variety of complex litigation matters. She has experience representing leading technology innovators and media companies on First Amendment and Communications Decency Act matters. She also regularly conducts internal investigations and provides strategic counseling for companies and educational institutions on anti-discrimination matters.
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