Mr. Berry is the founding partner and represents federal employees, government contractors, employers, state employees, federal intelligence agency employees, law enforcement officers, firefighters, private sector employees, in various employment, labor and national security law matters. Mr. Berry’s primary practice areas include security clearance defense, disciplinary action defense, administrative investigation representation, and representation in equal employment opportunity (EEO) claims. For federal employees and government contractors, Mr. Berry represents them nationwide in security clearance appeals and federal disciplinary actions. Mr. Berry frequently defends federal employees in proposed removals, proposed suspensions, and performance matters before their respective agencies; represents federal employees in appeals before the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB); represents individuals in Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) complaint matters before respective federal agencies and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC); and represents federal employees and government contractors in security clearance matters before the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) and the Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA). In addition, Mr. Berry represents security clearance holders before all federal agencies (DoS, DoD, DoE) and those federal agencies within the Intelligence Community (NRO, NGA, CIA, DIA, NSA). Mr. Berry has represented hundreds of individuals in administrative investigations conducted by agency investigators, inspectors general (IG), internal affairs unit investigators and before the Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) of various federal agencies. Mr. Berry also represents private sector, state, county, and municipal employees in the Commonwealth of Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia in various types of investigations, county and state grievance procedures, disciplinary actions, whistleblower issues, and equal employment opportunity (EEO) matters. Mr. Berry previously served as the General Counsel to the United States Park Police and United States Capitol Police Federal Labor Unions representing law enforcement officers in disciplinary, wage and security clearance matters. Mr. Berry has also served as counsel for local businesses involving issues related to wage and hour matters, Human Resources Policy development, and employment legal defense. He is a security clearance lawyer and member of the Security Clearance Lawyers Association. Mr. Berry has been interviewed on radio and television networks, like CNN, and written and commented on articles for news organizations such as the Washington Post and others. He has taught continuing education courses for lawyers in his practice areas. He has written several published legal articles on various topics regarding employment and labor law as well as security clearance law. Mr. Berry authors articles for ClearanceJobs. In addition, he previously served as the Editor-in-Chief of the District of Columbia Bar Labor and Employment Law Newsletter and served as a guest speaker for Continuing Legal Education (CLE) seminars on administrative, employment and labor law issues. Mr. Berry frequently provides legal guidance and training to Human Resources personnel of companies, nonprofit entities, and labor unions. In 2009, Mr. Berry was elected by his peers to the D.C. Bar Labor and Employment Law Section’s Steering Committee. The Committee works to advance the professional development and competence of its members by offering educational programs and publications in the substantive law fields of labor and employment law, as well as areas of practice and procedure. Since 2014, Mr. Berry has served as co-author of the firm’s legal articles on RestonNow, and ArlingtonNow. Since 2019, Mr. Berry has co-taught the District of Columbia Bar continuing legal education course on security clearance representation for other lawyers seeking to learn how to effectively represent clients in security clearance cases. Mr. Berry presented a class for the Virginia Continuing Legal Education program on the security clearance process in May of 2021 and a class regarding the MSPB and EEOC in November of 2022.

Alexander Laufer joined the firm in 1994. His practice is concentrated in civil litigation and real estate transactions, providing services in the areas of personal injury law, medical malpractice, construction law and employment law. Mr. Laufer grew up in Montreal, Canada but also lived and attended school in Jerusalem and Johannesburg, South Africa. He speaks four languages, English, French, Hungarian and Hebrew. Mr. Laufer graduated (cum laude) in 1972 from Loyola College and with High Honors from the University of Florida School of Law in 1976. Mr. Laufer has been an adjunct professor at Hillsborough Community College in Tampa, Florida and more recently at the Marymount University School of Business. He is a member of both the Virginia and Florida bars and is a Commissioner in Chancery in Fairfax County. Mr. Laufer has over 35 years of experience in complex litigation in both state and federal courts, including bankruptcy court and has handled thousands of residential and commercial real estate transactions. In recent years Mr. Laufer has litigated numerous cases involving noncompliance by residential builders with the federal Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act. In addition, Mr. Laufer has become a member of the Vaccine Injury Program Bar and the Federal Court of Claims Bar Association and is assisting families with members injured by vaccines, in obtaining compensation pursuant to the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, a federal program whichimmunizes (pun intended) pharmaceutical companies from suit, but substitutes a fund as an alternative. This is a relatively obscure and poorly understood program which, however, represents the only real recourse for those suffering injury from vaccines listed on the Vaccine Injury Table.

Ms. Watkins’ federal practice focuses on cases before various administrative agencies — including the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and Office of Personnel Management (OPM) – as well as security clearance cases before the Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA), the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), numerous cases before the Intelligence Community and before other federal agencies. In 2022, Ms. Watkins was selected for membership in the Security Clearance Lawyers Association by her peers. Ms. Watkins also advises private sector and municipal employees in the District of Columbia in various types of investigations, grievance procedures, disciplinary actions, whistleblower issues, and equal employment opportunity (EEO) matters. Ms. Watkins also focuses on various administrative matters involving federal law enforcement officers. Ms. Watkins has several years of litigation background and has guided countless clients through depositions and trial proceedings. Prior to joining the firm, Ms. Watkins worked as an attorney advisor for the Board of Veterans’ Appeals, the appellate division of the Department of Veterans Affairs, authoring appeals decisions to resolve cases arising from Veterans benefits disputes. During law school, Ms. Watkins worked as a legal intern with the Department of Justice (DOJ), Bureau of Prisons, providing legal support to DOJ attorneys on a variety of cases involving matters such as correctional law and litigation, civil rights disputes, mental health hearings, and FTCA claims. Prior to her legal training, Ms. Watkins obtained her undergraduate degree from Wake Forest University where she double majored in History and Political Science. While attending Wake Forest, Ms. Watkins also participated as a member of the University’s Equestrian Team. Ms. Watkins is licensed to practice law in the District of Columbia and before federal agencies nationwide.

Recognized by Northern Virginia Magazine as a top Traffic & DWI Criminal Attorney, Robinson Law, PLLC is committed to delivering the best Criminal Defense in Northern Virginia. As a former prosecutor, Michael A. Robinson has a thorough understanding of how the “other side” operates. This is a key advantage in all criminal defense cases. Our firm believes each client deserves a Northern Virginia criminal attorney who is experienced, aggressive, responsive, and eager to build a winning strategy. Robinson Law, PLLC is a criminal defense and personal injury firm located in Fairfax, Virginia. The firm proudly serves all of Northern Virginia, including Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William Counties. Our criminal defense focus includes DUI/DWI defense, drug offenses, record expenditures, federal cases, juvenile defense, probation violations, theft, and traffic defense. Our personal injury areas of practice include car accidents, truck accidents, catastrophic injuries, dog bites, Amazon delivery accidents, rideshare accidents, and more. Available 24/7, call Robinson Law, PLLC at (703) 844-3746 to book a free consultation. Feel free to visit https://www.callrobinson.com/contact.

Scott R. Sexauer is a native of Northern Virginia. He obtained his undergraduate and law school degrees from George Mason University. He has been in private practice in Northern Virginia since 1984, and has earned a BV- Distinguished peer review rating from Martindale Hubbel. Scott R. Sexauer is a Fairfax lawyer who provides quality representation in a number of different areas of the law, including, but not limited to, bankruptcy, divorce, criminal and traffic cases, business transactions, wills, and civil litigation. He will utilize his years of experience and knowledge of different aspects of the law to obtain the best result for you. Your case gets his personal attention.

Providing excellent and informed representation to her clients is the hallmark of Jennifer Porter’s career. For over 25 years, Jennifer has successfully represented hundreds of people who have been injured through no fault of their own; people who were often just in the wrong place at the wrong time but suffered significant or catastrophic injuries as a result. Jennifer believes that people not only need and deserve someone who listens to them and talks the talk of a skilled litigator, but who also has the skill, experience, and background to walk the walk, preparing a successful claim for settlement or for litigation while also providing sound advice, sensitive to the needs of the individual. Jennifer is in the unique position to provide that level of representation to her clients and to maximize recovery for her clients, as a result of her years working as house counsel for Progressive Insurance and also as hired counsel for several of the country’s major insurance carriers, round-tabling defense strategies with insurance adjustors, engaging in defense-oriented training and education courses, and litigating hundreds of bench and jury trials using defense trial tactics. The thing that matters most is helping people navigate tough times with skill and sensitivity, and with a robust practice in personal injury, Jennifer looks forward to new legal challenges each day. Jennifer hails from East Tennessee and is a graduate of the University of Tennessee, College of Law – Go Vols! She completed her third year of law school as a visiting student at American University, Washington College of Law and is a 20+ year resident of Virginia. She is a committed member of the Virginia legal community. A long-time member of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association (VTLA), Jennifer has served on the VTLA Women’s Leadership Caucus, VTLA Business Partners Committee, and the VTLA Membership Committee. She is also active with the Fairfax Bar Association (FBA), in which she currently serves as a member of the Circuit Court Committee and the Domestic Relations Sub-Committee. Previously, she was a member of the FBA Young Lawyers Section, serving on the Board of Directors and then as President in 2007/2008, and then in her capacity as immediate past President, she served as a member of the FBA Board of Directors. Jennifer has been recognized as a Super Lawyer and has received the prestigious AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating of her legal ability and professional ethics from the Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Rating system for members of the legal profession and carries an Avvo Rating 10/10, also based on reviews from her peers. Jennifer is licensed to practice in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, and California. In addition to her professional career, Jennifer is committed to her local community, having served on the Board of Directors of her neighborhood Swim Club and her neighborhood Civic Association. She is also troop leader to a very active group of middle school and high school aged Girl Scouts. Jennifer is a proud US Navy military spouse and mother to three school-aged daughters, and she can frequently be found at the soccer field, swimming pool or PTA meeting. She is active with the Naval Officer’s Spouse’s Club, the Military Spouse J.D. Network, and the Military Officers Association of America.

With over 15 years of experience in personal injury law, Lisa is dedicated to helping individuals navigate challenging moments with clarity and confidence. She began her career as a defense attorney for a major insurance company, where she handled thousands of cases and gained a deep understanding of how claims are evaluated and defended. She later spent six years at a plaintiff’s firm, advocating for injured individuals and guiding them through the legal process. Today, she uses that insight to effectively advocate for those she represents and work toward meaningful outcomes. Lisa is known for her thoughtful, client-centered approach and her ability to connect with clients and their families on a personal level. She understands that behind every case is a person facing uncertainty, and she is committed to helping them move forward. She finds it especially fulfilling to support injured individuals and help them reach outcomes that allow them to move on with their lives. Originally from Pittsburgh, Lisa attended Penn State University before earning her law degree from The Catholic University of America, where she served as Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Contemporary Health Law and Policy. She now lives in Loudoun County with her husband, their two sons, and their bernedoodle, Murphy. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling with her family, especially to destinations that include a beach and fishing, as well as exploring her interests in food and wine. She also enjoys event planning, decorating, and visiting local wineries.

Faisal Moghul is widely regarded as one of Virginia’s leading business attorneys, recognized for his extensive background in business formation and structuring, high-stakes litigation involving direct and derivative lawsuits, asset and stock sales, valuation and buyout disputes, and strategic asset protection. In 2023 and 2024, he was named one of America’s Top 100 Civil Defense Litigators and recognized as Virginia’s “Go-To” Business Lawyer. He has made the Super Lawyers Rising Stars shortlist every year since 2016, and in 2023, Virginia Lawyer Magazine acknowledged him as one of the Commonwealth's foremost educators in business and real estate law. His impact in the courtroom includes leading a litigation team in 2024 to secure a landmark $565,000 judgment after a four-day jury trial in Fairfax County Circuit Court. A trusted resource for high-net-worth individuals, startups, emerging corporations, LLCs, and partnerships, Mr. Moghul routinely handles complex business and real estate matters. In 2023, he served as speaker and moderator at the Virginia CLE’s Annual Small Business Law Institute, presenting on critical LLC operating agreement provisions, and in 2024, he returned to discuss charging orders and asset protection strategies. As a member of the American Bar Association’s Committee on LLCs and Unincorporated Associations, his in-depth knowledge of LLCs, S-Corps, C-Corps, and limited partnerships enables him to craft sophisticated agreements that safeguard clients’ interests. Having overseen more than 100 high-value transactions across technology, real estate, government contracting, and retail, he has managed multimillion-dollar buyouts and redemptions for both majority and minority stakeholders. Mr. Moghul is also known for significant successes in business and real estate litigation, including derivative lawsuits and claims involving breach of fiduciary duty, fraud, and defamation. His work in real estate litigation encompasses construction defects, easement and boundary line disputes, real estate agent and broker representation, and purchase and sale contract disputes. In 2023, he co-presented a CLE seminar on real estate broker liability in Virginia, underscoring his role as a leading voice on real estate agent and broker defense. His extensive writings include a 2021 publication with the American Law Institute, “Caveat Emptor vs. Seller Disclosure in Residential Real Property Conveyances,” which offers forward-looking insights into purchase and sale laws. This comprehensive command of case law and regulations has resulted in multiple settlements and verdicts exceeding one million dollars. Fox & Moghul offers personalized service for business law, commercial litigation, real estate transactions, and estate planning. Call 703-652-5506 or complete our contact form to get in touch with our attorneys today.

Nicole M. Burns has practiced family law in Northern Virginia for over a decade, handling everything from complex custody disputes and domestic violence cases to amicable divorces and post-judgment matters. She offers both litigation and settlement-focused services, using mediation and collaborative law when appropriate to help clients resolve issues with less conflict. Her background in psychology—combined with real-life parenting experience, including raising a child with special needs—gives her a grounded, empathetic approach to family law. Nicole earned her law degree from George Mason University and graduated with honors from the Catholic University of America. She is a member of the Fairfax and Prince William County Bar Associations and the Virginia State Bar. Ready to move forward with confidence? Call Nicole M. Burns today at 703-373-4761 or complete our contact form to discuss how she can help you protect your family and your future.

Bret Lee is the founder of Bret Lee Legal Solutions, a criminal defense firm serving clients throughout Northern Virginia, Washington, D.C., and surrounding communities. Known for his tireless advocacy and client-focused approach, Bret works to protect his clients’ rights while providing clear, well-informed guidance tailored to the facts of each case. He represents clients facing a wide range of felony and misdemeanor charges, including DUI, reckless driving, drug possession, conspiracy, assault, fraud, sex crimes, and other serious criminal offenses. Bret brings more than a decade of criminal defense experience to his practice, along with a strong background in federal and state litigation. His approach often includes a vigorous motions practice designed to seek early advantages for clients before trial, including motions to suppress evidence, motions for bond, motions for discovery, and other requests for relief. Before entering private practice, Bret served as a federal law clerk for the Honorable Chief Judge Watkins in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Alabama. He has also handled extensive appellate brief writing, including matters before the U.S. Supreme Court, the Virginia Supreme Court, and the Virginia Court of Appeals. A magna cum laude graduate of George Mason University School of Law, Bret served as Managing Editor of the George Mason Law Review and participated on the Moot Court Board with a focus on national appellate advocacy competitions. He earned his undergraduate degree from the College of William and Mary, lives in Reston, Virginia, and remains deeply connected to the Commonwealth. Bret focuses his practice in courts across Northern Virginia, including Fairfax County, Prince William County, Herndon, Vienna, Fairfax City, Alexandria, Arlington, Loudoun County, and the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia in Alexandria. To speak with Bret Lee Legal Solutions about a criminal defense matter, call 703-936-0580 today or complete our online contact form.