Firm: Hierophant Law
Practice Areas: Civil Rights
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.
Firm: The Law Offices of Edward J Elder
Practice Areas: Civil Rights
Firm: Li Latsey & Guiterman PLLC
Practice Areas: Guardianship
Practice Areas: Civil Rights, Consumer Protection
Firm: Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch
Practice Areas: Discrimination
Firm: Charlson Bredehoft and Cohen, P.C.
Practice Areas: Business ,Civil ,Employment & Labor
Firm: Butzel Long
Practice Areas: Immigration
Practice Areas: Litigation, Employment & Labor, Family
Firm: Passman & Kaplan P.C.
Practice Areas: Discrimination
As a very experienced attorney in representing federal employees and federal employee unions, I can effectively represent employees and unions in any cases where legal representation is required except for OWCP and employee benefits cases.
Firm: Edison Law Group
Practice Areas: Patent, IP & Internet
Firm: Dorene M. Haney, Attorney at Law
Practice Areas: Guardianship, Probate, Probate, Elder Law, Probate, Wills & Living Wills, Landlord & Tenant, Litigation
Firm: McCree Ndjatou, PLLC
1828 L Street, NW , Washington , District Of Columbia 20036
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor
Edgar Ndjatou graduated from American University’s Washington College of Law and since graduating has focused on employment and labor law. He is also a NYC native and a first-generation immigrant from Cameroon. This background is the source of his keen interest in the role that work plays in our societies as well as the effect that employment law has both on employers and employees. Edgar is a Board Member for the Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association, Open Arms Housing, Inc., and Posse D.C. He serves as a Steering Committee Member for the District of Columbia Bar’s Labor & Employment Law Section and the National Employment Lawyers Association’s Membership Committee.
Firm: Law Office of Dwight E Crawley
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
I am a 1999 graduate of The George Washington University Law School. After earning my law degree, I clerked for the Arlington County Circuit Court (Arlington County, VA). Following my experience as a law clerk, I served as an Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney (Richmond, VA). In 2002, I started my own practice, The Law Office of Dwight Crawley.. Since 2002, I have handled hundreds of cases in the state and federal courts of Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia. My criminal defense experience ranges from simple traffic infractions to capital murder cases.
Firm: Dickinson Wright PLLC
Practice Areas: Health Care
Healthcare Attorney licensed in Nevada, D.C., New York, Virginia, and Texas with extensive experience in health care regulatory and transactional law.
Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig PLLC
Firm: Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig PLLC
Practice Areas: Business, Estate Planning, Real Estate
Firm: The Law Offices of Duane O. King, PC
Practice Areas: Car Accidents
When you think about a personal injury lawyer, what images come to mind? For many people, it is the negative stereotype of an attorney chasing an ambulance, or a smiling lawyer on a TV commercial who is urging you to get the most you can out of an accident that caused an injury. And while those conventional portrayals of personal injury lawyers may be amusing, they are not representative of the kind of service that we provide at the Law Offices of Duane O. King, P.C.. What I’ve learned practicing law for more than 15 years is that people who are injured and people who suffered a loss just want to be made whole again. And while a lawyer can’t take away a family’s grief after an accident, a lawyer can help plaintiffs get justice, which can provide peace of mind during a difficult time.
Firm: Benach Collopy LLP
Practice Areas: Immigration
Dree K. Collopy is a partner of Benach Collopy LLP. As an experienced advocate, Dree devotes her practice to defending and representing individuals in removal proceedings, asylum matters, federal court litigation, VAWA and U visa petitions, waivers of inadmissibility, family and employment-based visa petitions, and complex adjustment of status and naturalization applications. She develops thorough and creative legal strategies, provides impeccable and compassionate client service, and is steadfast in fighting for her clients’ rights. Dree’s genuine passion and dedication to her work stems from her deep respect and appreciation for those who dare to dream the American dream.. In 2014, Dree was awarded one of the American Immigration Lawyers Association’s highest honors, the Joseph Minsky Young Lawyer Award for her outstanding contributions made in the field of immigration and nationality law.. Dree has authored several articles and frequently lectures on cutting edge immigration issues. A recognized asylum expert, Dree serves as Chair of the AILA National Asylum and Refugee Liaison Committee and is the author of the forthcoming edition of AILA’s Asylum Primer, the “go-to” manual for practical, interpretive guidance on the entire asylum process. In her capacity as Chair of the AILA National Asylum and Refugee Liaison Committee, Dree builds relationships and works cooperatively with government officials to maintain the integrity of our immigration system, ensure that our laws are implemented with accuracy and fairness, and secure justice and equality for non-citizens.. Dree is deeply committed to the pro bono representation of indigent clients and securing their access to counsel. She mentors pro bono attorneys, develops case materials and strategies for the representation of detained women and children refugees, and serves on working groups developing nation-wide policy advocacy and litigation strategies on behalf of refugees. Dree also co-directs the Immigration Litigation Clinic at The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law, where she is a member of the adjunct faculty and supervises law students representing indigent clients in removal proceedings before the U.S. Immigration Courts.. Dree joined Benach Collopy from the litigation practice of Maggio + Kattar, where she was a Senior Attorney. She earned her J.D. and Certificate in Law and Public Policy at The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law and her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Spanish at Grinnell College. Dree is fluent in Spanish.
Practice Areas: Labor , Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor
Firm: Douglas C. Melcher, Attorney-at-Law
Practice Areas: Litigation, Libel & Slander, Real Estate, Construction & Development
Doug Melcher is a licensed attorney who has more than twenty years of experience in the private practice of law. He focuses his practice on advising and representing individuals, small businesses, and non-profits in matters involving civil litigation in Washington, DC.. Doug advises and represents clients in a wide range of matters, including disputes concerning business relationships, real estate, and commercial transactions involving individuals, partnerships, limited liability companies, for-profit and non-profit corporations, and citizens associations. He represents clients in trial court proceedings, appeals, administrative hearings, mediation, and arbitration.. Doug has written extensively about the laws of the District of Columbia, including for his blog, currently known as D.C. Law Blog. He is also the author of Tort Claims and Defenses in the District of Columbia, which is a handbook for lawyers who need detailed technical information about the laws of the District of Columbia applicable to civil claims for assault, battery, false imprisonment / false arrest, conversion, trespass to chattel, trespass to realty, negligence (including employer negligence, legal malpractice, medical malpractice, motor vehicle negligence, premises liability, and other cases), strict liability for defective products, defamation (libel and slander), injurious falsehood, invasion of privacy, fraudulent misrepresentation, negligent misrepresentation, malicious prosecution, abuse of process, spoliation of evidence, loss of consortium, and other torts as well as a wide range of defenses.. Doug earned his law degree, with high honors, from The George Washington University Law School where he served as a member and editor of The George Washington Law Review. Prior to attending law school, he earned a bachelor of science degree from Syracuse University, and a master of science degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.. Doug is a member of the District of Columbia Bar and, as such, is authorized to represent individuals and entities in proceedings before the District of Columbia Court of Appeals, the Superior Court of the District of Columbia, and agencies of the District of Columbia such as the District of Columbia Office of Administrative Hearings. He is also authorized to represent individuals and entities in various federal courts, including the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit and the United States District Court for the District of Columbia. Doug also has been admitted pro hac vice to litigate individual cases in courts throughout the country.. Doug is proficient in Spanish and has lived in Guatemala and Peru. He currently resides in the District of Columbia with his wonderful wife and children.
Firm: Maggio Kattar
Practice Areas: Immigration
Elizabeth “Liz” Carlson has experience in both humanitarian and business immigration matters. She focuses her practice on asylum and other forms of humanitarian relief, waivers of inadmissibility, immigration consequences of criminal convictions, family based immigration, and naturalization. Liz represents clients facing deportation from the United States before the U.S. immigration courts and assists individuals seeking appellate review before the Board of Immigration Appeals and federal courts. Her advocacy skills are particularly suited to representing foreign nationals who seek lawful permanent residency based on their qualifications which benefit the national interest of the United States. She also assists individuals of extraordinary ability in applying for permanent status in the United States.. Liz’s breadth of knowledge in her particular expertise and her steady resolve are especially helpful to clients with complex matters, including those facing immigration consequences of criminal convictions and those who have suffered persecution in their home countries. Her sensitivity toward clients seeking asylum, especially those from the LGBT community, empowers them to work closely with her to achieve their goals of obtaining protection and permanent status in the United States.
