Best Lawyers in America for Government Relations Practice
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Experienced litigator with a focus on appellate and political matters, constitutional litigation and strategic counseling. Has served as lead counsel in high-stakes cases at both the trial and appellate levels. Julian Ellis represents a diverse group of sophisticated clients in commercial, political and public law matters. He has served as lead counsel in a variety of high-stakes cases at both the trial and appellate levels. At the appellate level, Julian advises on a range of issues and is c...
Christian Brito is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Administrative / Regulatory Law, Government Relations Practice and Insurance Law. Christian, who practices law in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Christian is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Rochella T. Davis is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Antitrust Law, Government Relations Practice and Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs. Rochella T., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Rochella T. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Timothy M. McLister is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Administrative / Regulatory Law, Government Relations Practice and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Timothy M., who practices law in McLean, Virginia, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Timothy M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Thomas Everett is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Government Relations Practice, Municipal Law and Public Finance Law. Thomas, who practices law in South Bend, Indiana, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Thomas is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Maryam Rastegar is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Education Law and Government Relations Practice. Maryam, who practices law in San Diego, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Maryam is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Philip E. Beshara is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Government Relations Practice. Philip E., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Philip E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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 top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Government Relations Practice. Nick C., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Nick C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Travis Van Ligten is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Government Relations Practice and Land Use and Zoning Law. Travis, who practices law in Irvine, California, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Travis is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
John N. Thorpe works in Frazier Law's Business Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution practice. He represents clients in areas including business disputes, education law, complex commercial litigation, constitutional law, and government relations. John’s clients benefit from his intimate understanding of the federal court system, his passion for legal writing, and his background in sophisticated, high-stakes, and sometimes high-profile litigation. John graduated magna cum laude f...
Jia Meeks brings his extensive legal skills and nearly a decade of Colorado political experience to craft creative and effective solutions for clients. As part of his Colorado state government relations practice, he advocates on clients’ behalf before executive branch officials, state legislators, city councilmembers and other governmental decision-makers. Jia also tracks and analyzes legislative and regulatory developments to keep clients updated on public policy issues relevant to the...
Alexandra E. Vozzella is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Government Relations Practice, Insurance Law, Litigation - Trusts and Estates, Municipal Law and Oil and Gas Law. Alexandra E., who practices law in Shreveport, Louisiana, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Alexandra E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal pr...
Laura Heusel focuses her practice on environmental diligence, environmental permitting and regulatory issues, and environmental litigation. Laura brings to her legal practice years of experience as a professional engineer in both the public and private sectors. With this, Laura applies a practical mindset to help clients navigate the technical rigors of environmental regulations and find cost-effective solutions to today’s regulatory challenges.
Jonathan P. Hawley is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation and Government Relations Practice. Jonathan P., who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jonathan P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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