Top Civil Lawyers Near Me in Washington Area

Steven War is the author of "Find Clarity and Take Control of Your Intellectual Property".  Visit our website for a FREE copy.. Steven War is a seasoned attorney with nearly twenty years of experience specializing in complex patent, trademark and copyright litigation. He has represented both Plaintiffs and Defendants before federal district courts. Mr. War has litigation experience in many different technologies including medical devices, generic drugs, mechanical devices, Internet applications and satellite systems. Mr. War is experienced in claim construction, working with experts, legal research, validity analysis, infringement analysis, motions practice, depositions, Markman hearings, Summary Judgment motions, and he has participated in all phases of litigation before district courts.. Prior to becoming the practice chair for intellectual property litigation at McNeely, Hare & War, Mr. War worked for several national/international law firms, including Dickstein Shapiro LLP, Fulbright & Jaworski LLP, Fish & Richardson P.C., and Howrey & Simon. He is experienced in patent litigation, patent prosecution, opinions regarding freedom to operate, validity, infringement and due diligence. He has prosecuted patents in various technologies, including medical devices, computer memory architecture, internet authentication systems, digital cameras, digital circuits, communications, and printers.. Prior to attending law school, Mr. War spent fourteen years as a systems engineer for IBM's Federal Sector Division, Computer Technology Associates (CTA), and Orbital Sciences Corporation (OSC) working with various government organizations, including NASA, the Federal Aviation Administration, the Department of the Army, and the United States Coast Guard. During this time, his roles included identification of user requirements, systems design, systems test and evaluation, field support, acceptance testing, and participation in various user groups. He has applied one or more of these skills to satellite systems, helicopter design, the FAA's Voice Activation and Control System, and artificial intelligence systems.. Prior to his work as a systems engineer, Mr. War spent seven years in the United States Navy, part of that time as an electronics technician.Mr. War is admitted to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office, the Commonwealth of Virginia, the District of Columbia, the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court. He is also a member of the American Bar Association (ABA) and the American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA).

Michael Robinett works with Simeone & Miller, LLP as an attorney, of counsel, handling major personal injury cases involving premises liability, automobile accidents, and civil rights litigation. Admitted to practice in the state and federal courts of the District of Columbia and Maryland, Michael has litigated a variety of complex cases. He has secured some of the largest jury verdicts of those published in the Superior Court for the District of Columbia, including the highest jury verdict in a 2012 auto accident case and the highest jury verdict in a 2014 premises liability case. Michael is a graduate of The George Washington University Law School, where he participated in the Street Law program and competed as a quarter-finalist in the Mock Trial Competition. To date, he has successfully obtained countless jury verdicts in excess of the insurance company’s final settlement offer. He also handles cases in the Court of Special Appeals in Maryland.   Office:

Lisa Manning is Counsel to Schertler & Onorato, LLP.  Her practice focuses on representation of individuals in civil and criminal litigation, investigations, and expungement.  Ms. Manning has counseled both U.S. and overseas clients in matters ranging from state-level criminal cases to global investigations.  Her experience includes cases involving the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, antitrust (cartel and price fixing issues), the Office of Foreign Assets Control, fraud, securities, government contracts, and local criminal defense.  In addition, she has represented clients in a variety of government inquiries, including regulatory, grand jury, and Congressional investigations.. Ms. Manning also has expertise in the expungement of criminal records and has handled all manner of cases in this area.  In 2009, she founded Record Absolutions, a law practice dedicated to criminal record mitigation and related issues. Ms. Manning recently prevailed in a unique and highly-contested Motion before a U.S. District Court to expunge a federal case.  She is committed to advocacy in this area through her academic writings, support of a federal expungement statute, and by assisting multiple clients to successfully mitigate their records.. Ms. Manning graduated from Washington & Lee School of Law in Virginia, after completing her B.A. in International Relations/Economics at The George Washington University.  She is a member of the Virginia, District of Columbia, and Maryland Bars, as well as corresponding Federal Courts and the United States Supreme Court.  Ms. Manning is the current Chair of the Bar Association of the District Columbia’s Young Lawyers Section.  A D.C. native, she is also active in the community through volunteer work for D.C. Central Kitchen and the D.C. Bar’s Advice and Referral Clinic.  Ms. Manning is proficient in French and Spanish.

Laura L. Dunn, Esq. is a nationally recognized victim-turned-victims’ rights attorney whose work has been featured by HBO Vice, National Law Journal, Rolling Stone Magazine, PEOPLE Magazine, MSNBC, Al Jazeera America, and TIME Magazine, among many others.

Kenneth L. Marcus is President and General Counsel of the Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law and author of The Definition of Anti-Semitism (Oxford University Press: 2015) and Jewish Identity and Civil Rights in America (Cambridge University Press: 2010).  Marcus founded the Brandeis Center in 2011 to combat the resurgence of anti-Semitism in American higher education.  The following year, Marcus was named to the Forward 50, the Jewish Daily Forward’s listing of the “American Jews who made the most significant impact on the news in the past year.” The Forward described its 50 honorees as “the new faces of Jewish power,” predicting that “if Marcus has any say in it, we may witness a new era of Jewish advocacy.”  During his public service career, Marcus served as Staff Director at the United States Commission on Civil Rights and was delegated the authority of Assistant Secretary of Education for Civil Rights and Assistant Secretary of Housing and Urban Development for Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity.  Shortly before his departure from the Civil Rights Commission, the Wall Street Journal observed that “the Commission has rarely been better managed,” and that it “deserves a medal for good governance.”  Marcus also serves as Associate Editor of the Journal for the Study of Antisemitism.  Marcus previously held the Lillie and Nathan Ackerman Chair in Equality and Justice in America at the City University of New York’s Bernard M. Baruch College School of Public Affairs (2008-2011).  Before entering public service, Mr. Marcus was a litigation partner in two major law firms, where he conducted complex commercial and constitutional litigation. He has published widely in academic journals as well as in more popular venues such as The Jerusalem Post, Commentary, The Weekly Standard, and The Christian Science Monitor.  Mr. Marcus is a graduate of Williams College, magna cum laude, and the University of California at Berkeley School of Law.

Katherine Kimpel has dedicated her career to helping individuals realize the justice that our laws promise.  She serves as Lead Counsel in numerous class action and individual matters enforcing federal and state anti-discrimination and wage and hour laws. Ms. Kimpel also negotiates exit packages and transitional plans on behalf of professionals at the highest levels in their fields, including Senior HR executives, COOs, General Counsel and attorneys.

If you need a compassionate attorney who knows how judges think, you came to the right place.. Before joining Bosson Legal Group, Mr. Welkener clerked for the Senior Judges on the DC Court of Appeals. He dealt with a wide variety of civil and criminal cases, including a $60 million tax suit, consumer protection claims, various forms of employment litigation, and numerous misdemeanor and felony cases. He then clerked for Chief Judge Stucky on the US Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces, working on criminal appeals in the American military justice system, including constitutional, statutory, and trial procedure issues. Most recently, Mr. Welkener clerked for Judge McFadden on the US District Court for the District of Columbia. There, he managed a busy motions practice and drafted over twenty-five legal decisions on numerous issues under DC and federal law.. Mr. Welkener also has significant experience in nonprofit issues. His Master’s degree from Texas A&M focused on nonprofit management, and he has served as both a board member and legal clinic co-director for Christian Legal Aid of D.C.. Now at Bosson Legal Group, Mr. Welkener focuses on securing justice for clients in civil and criminal litigation. With his years of experience advising judges, clients are in very good hands.

I don't believe in "good" or "bad" cases. I believe in getting my clients the best result, no matter the circumstances. I have represented hundreds of clients in state and federal court, some were charged with the most serious crimes imaginable. I have fought for every one of them. Whether you are charged with a crime, fighting your case on appeal, or have been the victim of police or government misconduct, I can help you.

I am a dedicated public interest lawyer with a robust background in civil and administrative litigation, as well as experience in a variety of legal disciplines, including criminal law, mediation, and contract agreements. My passion for advocating on behalf of underrepresented communities drives me to leverage my legal expertise to effect meaningful change and help those who may not otherwise have access to justice.. I am licensed to practice law in both Washington, DC and Maryland, and my career has been marked by a commitment to public service. Throughout my journey, I have cultivated a diverse skill set that encompasses not only litigation but also strategic negotiation and conflict resolution. This holistic approach enables me to effectively represent my clients and navigate the complexities of the legal system.. In my work, I have successfully managed numerous cases, from initial client consultations to trial preparations, and I take pride in my ability to communicate complex legal concepts in a way that is accessible and understandable. My experience ranges from advocating for clients in administrative hearings to representing individuals in criminal proceedings, where I apply a keen understanding of the law and an unwavering commitment to justice.. Mediation is another area where I excel, as I believe that alternative dispute resolution can often lead to more satisfactory outcomes for all parties involved. I strive to foster an atmosphere of cooperation and understanding, facilitating negotiations that align with my clients' best interests while preserving relationships whenever possible.. I approach contract law with the same level of diligence and attention to detail as my litigation work. Whether drafting agreements or reviewing contracts, I ensure that my clients are fully informed and protected, and I work tirelessly to safeguard their rights and interests. My ability to analyze and interpret complex legal documents has proven beneficial in both personal and professional contexts.. I am deeply committed to continuous learning and staying abreast of developments in the legal field. I actively participate in professional organizations and attend relevant workshops and conferences to enhance my knowledge and skills. By engaging with fellow legal professionals, I strengthen my network and remain informed about the latest trends and best practices in public interest law.. In addition to my legal practice, I am passionate about community service and involvement. I believe that access to justice is a fundamental right, and I dedicate time to pro bono work and legal education initiatives. Empowering individuals through knowledge and advocating for systemic changes are integral components of my mission as a public interest lawyer.. In summary, my journey in the legal profession is fueled by a desire to make a positive impact on society and advocate for those who need it most. I am proud of my accomplishments and look forward to continuing to serve my clients with integrity, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to justice.

Grant Morris is Of Counsel to Sanford Heisler Sharp, LLP in the Washington, DC Office. Mr. Morris is Co-Chair with Charles Field of Sanford Heisler Sharp’s Financial Services Litigation Practice.. *****. Prior to working with Sanford Heisler Sharp, Mr. Morris served as Senior Counsel for First American Bankshares in Washington, DC. Mr. Morris has also worked in the Office of General Counsel at the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Systematic Division, and in the Office of General Counsel at the National Labor Relations Board Appellate Court Branch, both in Washington, DC. Additionally, Mr. Morris clerked for Justice John D. Butzner at the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.. Mr. Morris served as lead counsel in more than 30 class actions involving discrimination and wage and hour claims. Mr. Morris originated and was co-lead counsel on one of the largest class action age discrimination cases in US history, which settled for $58.5 million. In Velez v. Novartis Pharms. Corp. Grant won a $250 million award, the largest recovery in US history. He also a secured $99 million settlement on behalf of the class in one of the largest wage and hour settlements in US history (In re Novartis Wage & Hour Litigation). Mr. Morris has assisted various branches of the NAACP across the country, including its national office, in reviewing and litigating discrimination complaints.. Mr. Morris was previously given the Outstanding Litigator Award by the Washington Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs. He graduated from George Washington University in 1968 with an academic scholarship and high honors. Mr. Morris also graduated first in his class with a graduate teaching fellowship from the MBA program at George Washington University in 1970. He graduated from the Columbus School of Law, Catholic University in 1973 with honors and an academic scholarship. He was a member of the law review and published two law review articles.

Former criminal investigator and trial attorney with the Federal Public Defender and the Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division.  Practice is focused on the defense of enforcement actions involving the Foreign Corrupt Practice's Act (FCPA) and the False Claims Act (FCA).  Specialize in preventing exhasuting federal and state investigations of your business.  Have conducted effective internal and compliance investigations on behalf of Fortune 100 companies and government contractors that have reduced the potential for fraud, enhanced profitability and in some cases convinced government enforcement offcials to not to investigate and/or reduce potential fines.

Early in Attorney Chavers career, he served as director of civil rights compliance at the National Endowment for the Arts, where he authored and established its civil rights compliance program throughout the United States. Attorney Chavers was one of the first lawyers in the greater Washington, D.C., area to develop an arts and entertainment law practice in DC. This practice is a highly specialized area of the law and is rarely found in law firms. Attorney Chavers is also the founder and first chairman of the Entertainment, Sports, and Art Law Section of the National Bar Association and the Washington Area Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts. He was the first general counsel and charter member of the Association of American Cultures. He was also elected and served for many terms on The D.C. Bar's Arts, Entertainment, Media and Sports Law Section. He represents numerous award winning writers, directors and talent of TV, theater, radio and screen. Attorney Chavers has over twenty five years of experience in representing employees in key civil rights cases. Cases like the landmark civil rights suit against Eastman Kodak resulting in a settlement of $21.4 million dollars. Attorney Chavers is a frequent speaker at professional and educational forums, including the National Association of Broadcasters, Women in Film and Video, Congressional Black Caucus of the United States Congress, Public Broadcasting Service, Corporation for Public Broadcasting, Georgetown University Law Center, District of Columbia Bar Association, Washington Lawyers for The Arts, The National Bar Association, The College of William and Mary Law School, Temple University School of Law, Howard University School of Law, The University of the District of Columbia school of Law and The American University. Attorney Chavers has been featured in many publications including, the Washington Lawyer magazine, The Legal Times newspaper, the Philadelphia Inquirer, Who's Who in the law, Who's Who in the arts, Who's Who among international intellectuals, outstanding young men in America and several others. The Chavers Firm, LLC.'s experience spans many fields from contract negotiations and commercial real estate development to litigation, mergers and acquisitions as well as economic development and corporate governance. Attorney Chavers and the attorneys in The Chavers Firm, LLC. successfully close complex business deals, manage litigation and negotiations at the administrative, trial, and appellate levels in state courts and federal courts. The Chavers Firm, LLC. is a pioneer in the fields of government contracts, business, and arts and entertainment. The Chavers Firm, LLC. has also developed corporate diversity plans designed to assist Fortune 1000 companies in taking a prospective approach to avoid potential civil rights violations. Attorney Chavers and The Chavers Firm, LLC. have been designated with the highest recognition for an attorney by Martindale-Hubbell as a Preeminent A/V rated attorney. The Chavers Firm, LLC. has shown extensive insight, experience, capabilities coupled with its reach and affiliations with law firms and organizations nationally and worldwide.

Disability rights advocate and litigator.

Brad specializes in complex litigation, including class actions and mass torts in both state and federal court. He represents consumer and business owners in a variety of law suits, including class actions against major corporations and energy cooperatives.. Throughout his career, Brad has litigated numerous corporate disputes and automotive/commercial trucking cases, including several complex railroad grade crossing accident cases. He has handled multiple coverage issues relating to commercial and personal insurance policies.. Brad has spent a large portion of his career representing injured railroad workers throughout the southeastern United States in actions brought under the Federal Employers’ Liability Act (“FELA”), as well as the Safety Appliance Act (“SAA”) and the Locomotive Inspection Act (“LIA”). He has represented numerous railroaders in Title 49 “Whistleblower” claims as well.. Following receiving his degree in Political Science from Rhodes College, Brad spent two years in Washington, DC working in governmental affairs and campaign finance. He also has served as a political advisor on an Alabama Supreme Court campaign. While in law school, Brad received the George Peach Taylor Award for outstanding advocacy in a national trial advocacy competition. He also served as the Vice President of the Student Farrah Law Society and a Senior Editor of the Law & Psychology Review. During his time at law school, Brad also published But Look Over Here: How the Use of Technology at Trial Mesmerizes Jurors and Secures Verdicts, 29 LAW & PSYCHOL. REV. 289 (2005), which explores the effectiveness and potential pitfalls of technology in the courtroom.

Attorney Joseph Cammarata is a board-certified personal injury and civil trial lawyer who has received national recognition for his tenacious representation of his clients during all stages of litigation. He is a graduate of St. John’s University Law School of Law, and also holds a Masters degree in Taxation from the prestigious Georgetown University Law School. He is licensed to practice law in Maryland, Virginia, New York, and Washington, D.C.. His practice focuses on the areas of brain injury, personal injury, medical malpractice, and wrongful death. It is his goal to fight for the rights of those who suffer discrimination and other abuses of civil rights. He has won numerous high profile cases and has successfully recovered tens of millions of dollars for his clients. In his experience, he has fought against insurance companies, government entities, and even the President of the United States.. Mr. Cammarata, who is also a certified public accountant, has served as a Chairman of the Criminal Justice Advisory Board and has been involved with the Community Initiative to Reduce Youth Violence, both of which are based in Fairfax, VA. He has also served as a Chairman of the Public Safety Committee of the Visioning Task Force of Mount Vernon, VA, and is a past Chairman of the Red Cross’s largest outdoor fundraising event, the Alexandria Red Cross Waterfront Festival.. As an intelligent, well-spoken, and highly accomplished public speaker, Mr. Cammarata has appeared many times on national and international cable and network television programs and national radio shows. His words have been widely quoted in national and international newspaper and magazine publications. Additionally, he serves as a contributing author for Beyond a Reasonable Doubt, a book edited by Larry King of CNN.. Attorney Cammarata once secured a unanimous decision from the U.S. Supreme Court that guaranteed people the right to equal access to justice, especially against powerful and intimidating opponents. In 1989, he was honored with the Outstanding Attorney Award by the U.S. Department of Justice. He also authored legislation designed to safeguard young athletes from known concussion risks in the “Athletic Concussion Protection Act of 2011.”. Every year since 2007, Attorney Cammarata has been named a Washington, D.C. area “Super Lawyer” by Law & Politics Magazine.. Washingtonian magazine has consistently named him one of the area’s top lawyers every year since 1997, including:. Mr. Cammarata currently serves as the Secretary of the Trial Lawyers’ Association of Metropolitan Washington, D.C. and is a founder of the non-profit organization Brain Injury Association of D.C., which is devoted to helping people suffering from brain injuries through research, education, prevention, and advocacy.

Asim Ghafoor is a veteran civil rights attorney with over two decades of experience in advising public policy makers and clients on legal, political, and trade issues. Asim has represented individuals, companies, and institutions in civil rights, corporate, international, and civil law. Mr. Ghafoor earned his JD from the University of Texas School of Law. Born in Missouri, and raised in Texas, he now lives in Virginia with his wife and three children.Asim Ghafoor is licensed to practice in the State of Maryland and the US Courts for the Southern District of Texas, District of Columbia and District of Colorado. He is also permitted to practice immigration law in all 50 states and commonwealths.. Visit to learn more.

Alan Kabat received a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Washington in 1983. He received a Ph.D. in Biology from Harvard University in 1990. Mr. Kabat received a J.D. degree from Georgetown University Law Center in 1998. He was a member of the American Criminal Law Review, and served as Editor-In-Chief for its Thirteenth Survey of White Collar Crime. Mr. Kabat is a member of the American Bar Association and the Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers’ Association (MWELA). He is currently co-chair of the Amicus Committee for MWELA. He also serves as discovery coordinator for a complex multidistrict litigation matter.. Mr. Kabat has been admitted to practice law in Maryland since 1998, in the District of Columbia since 1999, and in Virginia since 2008. He is also admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court; the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia, Second, Fourth, Sixth, Ninth, and Tenth Circuits; and the U.S. District Courts for District of Columbia, Maryland, and the Eastern District of Virginia.. Mr. Kabat has represented a variety of matters including: employees with gender, race, and age discrimination claims against their employers, government and private-sector employees who reported illegal conduct in their workplace, non-profit organizations in constitutional challenges to government investigations, law firm partners moving from one law firm to another law firm, and individuals and organizations in defamation, non-compete, and tortious interference litigation.

Abdel-Rahman Hamed is a plaintiff-side public interest attorney with a record of success litigating civil rights, constitutional rights, employment discrimination, and complex immigration cases. He is the founder of Hamed Law, a values-based, purpose-driven, national law firm that is committed to empowering people and populations targeted by discrimination.. Discrimination, based on group status such as race/ethnicity, gender, religion, ability, age, or immigration status, perpetuates gross inequities. Targeted populations face insurmountable barriers to healthcare, to housing, to nutrition, to education, to capital, to employment, and to a dignified life.. Mr. Hamed specializes in defending, restoring, and asserting the human dignity, civil rights, constitutional rights, and human rights of people and populations targeted by discrimination. He takes on offenders in government, private industry, and nonprofits.