Shawn Sukumar is a highly skilled criminal defense attorney who is licensed in the District of Columbia. He has more than a decade of experience representing clients charged with a wide variety of criminal cases in Washington, D.C. Shawn has handled everything from high-level felony offenses to traffic violations and charges of driving under the influence. Shawn’s success in and out of the courtroom has shown how valuable his skill set is to anyone who is charged with a criminal offense in Washington DC. He fights for the rights of his clients throughout the entire legal process. Even after a case is concluded, Shawn continues to work with his clients who require help in having their records cleared. Many individuals who have served time or who have completed probation find that their charge remains on their record. Even those who have been found not guilty may suffer the stigma of the arrest, which can remain on their record and be subject to a background search from a prospective employer or leasing office. By pursuing expungement, Shawn can help eligible clients with certain prior offenses and arrests to get their records sealed so that they are no longer visible to the general public. Born and raised in the District of Columbia, Shawn has devoted his entire legal career to the practice of criminal defense. During law school, Shawn completed a clerkship with the trial division of the highly respected Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia, where he worked on a range of cases that included allegations of sexual assault, drug crimes, and gun charges. He also clerked with the Georgia Public Defender Standards Council and the Georgia Capital Defender. Shawn received his juris doctor from Emory University School of Law, and his bachelor’s degree from The George Washington University, where he graduated with honors. After graduating, he worked in the Murder Division at the Clark County Public Defender’s Office in Las Vegas, Nevada. His reputation as a knowledgeable criminal defense attorney with an impressive record for success provides him with a distinct advantage when defending clients in the DC court system. He commands mutual respect from both prosecutors and judges, and is highly regarded by colleagues in the realm of criminal defense. He handles a variety of cases in both the D.C. Superior and Federal District Courts, where he has been practicing for over 10 years. These include DUI offenses, ranging from misdemeanor to felony charges, and drug possession charges, both for personal use and for those accused of possession with the intent to distribute or sell certain drugs. He has extensive experience in defending clients charged with marijuana possession in DC, including college students and minors who are found in possession of drugs or alcohol. Among the many criminal offenses he has successfully litigated are charges of assault, from simple assault to aggravated assault; domestic violence; weapons violations; theft-related charges, including burglary and robbery; and prostitution and solicitation. Shawn is also a D.C. Bar Landlord Tenant Pro Bono attorney. In his spare time, Shawn enjoys drumming and spicy food, and is a vintage necktie enthusiast. He lives in Northeast DC with his wife and hound dog.

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Rammy G. Barbari is a partner at Price Benowitz LLP, where he brings over a decade of high-level trial experience to the firm’s personal injury and civil litigation practice. Having handled more than 10,000 cases and hundreds of bench and jury trials, Rammy now channels his extensive courtroom experience into helping individuals and families recover after serious injury or wrongful death. Rammy is known for his strategic mindset, sharp courtroom instincts, and results-driven advocacy. He approaches every case as if it will go to trial, allowing him to anticipate the defense’s next move and secure favorable outcomes for his clients. His philosophy centers on preparation, precision, and unwavering dedication to justice—principles that guide his work both in and out of the courtroom. Before focusing on personal injury, Rammy led Price Benowitz’s federal white-collar defense group, where he managed complex cases involving financial crimes, public corruption, and regulatory matters. Earlier in his career, he served as a prosecutor in Fairfax County, Virginia, trying and supervising a wide range of cases—from violent felonies to fraud and narcotics offenses. He also clerked for the Honorable Claude M. Hilton of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, gaining deep insight into federal motion practice and trial procedure. A graduate of the Virginia Military Institute and the Indiana University Maurer School of Law, Rammy combines discipline, precision, and strategic thinking in every case he handles. Fluent in Arabic and Spanish, he draws from a global perspective shaped by his early work in international business development, where he secured over $500 million in contracts for a private security firm in the Middle East. A dedicated mentor, Rammy invests in developing young attorneys and fostering a collaborative, client-centered culture at the firm. Outside of work, he enjoys weekends with his two children and date nights with his wife—his greatest supporters and inspiration.

Kerri Castellini is a partner and chair of the Trusts and Estates practice group at Price Benowitz LLP. With over a decade of estates and trusts experience, she practices in the areas of estate planning, estate administration, and guardianships for adults and minors. Kerri believes in educating clients. By doing so, she can help them make decisions to protect their loved one’s future based on their wishes. She strives to provide a comprehensive and efficient approach to each case she handles. Her passion is helping individuals and families plan for their future by creating estate plans tailored to each client’s individual needs and unique family dynamic. Kerri also guides clients through the difficult time of losing a loved one by assisting with estate and trust administration. Kerri is admitted to practice law in the State of Maryland, the District of Columbia, Commonwealth of Virginia, and before the Supreme Court of the United States. She currently serves as a Board Member for the Women’s Bar Association Foundation and is a recent past President of the Women’s Bar Association of the District of Columbia. She is a member of the Washington D.C. Estate Planning Counsel. In 2012, she was named a Fellow for the American Bar Foundation. Born in Vineland, New Jersey, Kerri studied at Loyola University, Maryland, where she graduated cum laude with a double major in English and Political Science. She continued her education at Columbus School of Law at the Catholic University of America where she received the First Lap Award for her dedicated service to the law school community during her first year of study. While at the Columbus School of Law, Kerri was the managing editor of the Journal of Contemporary Health Law & Policy, a moot court associate, and a participant of the Columbus Community Legal Services clinic.

Charles A. Ray, Jr. concentrates his practice in Federal Tax Law, representing both individuals and corporations. His impeccable resume reveals a proven record of hard work, integrity, and accountability. For your individual tax needs, Charles Ray will provide prompt personalized service at an affordable rate. His vast business background makes him the ideal Tax Lawyer for corporate interests as well. We under promise and over deliver. The Tax Law Firm of Charles A. Ray, Jr. represents individuals and businesses all over the United States, not just in Washington, D. C. The firm thrives not only because of satisfied clients and its reputation for success, but also because of referrals from other attorneys who know and trust the quality of Charles Ray’s work. We deliver personal attention to our clients by listening, remaining accessible, and promptly responding to their needs. We are selective about the cases we accept to ensure the consistent delivery of exceptional service and personal commitment to each case.

David Sanford has recovered more than one billion dollars for individual clients and the United States government since 2004. Mr. Sanford has represented CEOs, CFOs, and COOs, as well as non-managerial, hourly employees throughout the United States. Mr. Sanford has served as lead counsel in more than 50 class actions and numerous qui tam fraud cases around the United States. David has represented over 50 General Counsels and attorneys (in house and outside counsel) in contract disputes, employment matters, and severance packages.

Tony Munter heads the False Claims Act and Whistleblower Reward practice at Price Benowitz, LLP. Tony focuses his practice on nationwide litigation and claims under the qui tam provisions of the Federal and State False Claims Acts. Tony’s goal is to make his client’s problems his problems. Along with a focus on qui tam provisions of the Federal and State False Claims Acts, Tony handles cases under the IRS Whistleblower Law and through the Securities and Exchange Commission and Commodity Futures Trading Commission Whistleblower Programs created by the Dodd-Frank Act. Tony has conducted seminars on the False Claims Act, including on the international application of whistleblower laws and the right of individuals to pursue claims on behalf of their government, at the Open University in Budapest, Hungary. He also taught attorneys in the U.S. on the practical requirements for pursuing False Claims Act cases at the National Whistleblower Center, in Washington, DC and at the Mass Torts Made Perfect Convention. At Price Benowitz, Tony created a new qui tam practice by advising lawyers – in particular, employment law specialists – on the procedures required to handle False Claims Act cases. With more than 20 years in the practice, he helps those attorneys determine if their clients can pursue whistleblower rewards along with employment law or retaliation cases. Background Prior to working at Price Benowitz, Tony built one of the leading national False Claims Act practices working for Kohn, Kohn & Colapinto, LLP. He helped expand the use of whistleblower reward laws to fight fraud beyond the traditional application in healthcare, to pursue claims against financial institutions. He obtained major settlements for mortgage and financial fraud claims from an international banking institution as well as against defense contractors and health care providers. Tony received his Bachelor of Arts from McGill University and his JD from Massachusetts School of Law at Andover. He is married and has a daughter in high school. In his spare time, he works on various school committees and enjoys travel.

Karen J. Malachi is the founding attorney of Malachi Legal & Strategic Services, L.L.C., bringing over 3 decades of legal expertise to clients in Georgia, the District of Columbia and throughout the continental U.S.A. Known for her dedication to empowering the community through justice and economic development, Karen provides personalized legal representation, prioritizing the unique needs of each client.

Jason A. Grant, a native of the Bronx, New York, is a 2002 graduate of the College of Arts & Sciences at Syracuse University in Syracuse, New York, where he received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with a minor in African American Studies. Upon graduating from Syracuse University, Jason enrolled at Howard University School of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctorate in May 2005. Jason began his legal career as an associate attorney at The Law Offices of Glenn S. Wainer from 2006 – 2008. Jason was a founding partner of The DGO Law Group, PLLC from 2010 – 2020, and became a founding partner of the GO Law Group, PLLC in October 2020. His practice areas include employment law, civil rights, personal injury, and general civil litigation.

Joseph Zito is a practicing lawyer in Washington, DC.