Areas of Practice

Litigation

With a wealth of experience in pursuing our clients' interests in both federal and state courts, we are first and foremost a team of litigators. Whether you're seeking to vindicate a wrong done to you or looking to defend yourself against the government, we stand ready to protect your interests in court. Below are several areas in which we focus our practice. Please click on a practice area for more information.

Criminal Defense

Founder Kathleen Bliss' background lies in high stakes criminal matters. With over two decades of experience prosecuting criminal cases for the federal government, she offers an inside perspective unique to defense lawyers and invaluable to her clients.  

Government Investigations

When you or your business is faced with a government investigation, protracted litigation may be a last resort. We can help you work with the government to resolve issues before they make it to court, saving you time, money, and publicity.

Civil Rights

Oftentimes, civil rights lawsuits overlap with criminal matters and government investigations. When your rights have been infringed upon by the government in these instances, we can help you obtain justice for yourself or your family.
Our team has years of experience pursuing a variety of civil matters on behalf of the United States government, as well as individuals and companies in private practice, as both plaintiffs and defendants.
Whistleblowers represent powerful proxies in helping the government combat fraud committed against it through private enforcement. Typically, the scope and monetary value of the fraud is enormous, making the potential financial recovery by the individual whistleblower huge.
Federal law governing American Indians and Indian land is specific, complex, and difficult to navigate. As a member of the Cherokee Nation, Kathleen's background and experience in litigating Tribal issues offers a unique combination highly valuable to her clients.