Wiley Rein Announces Partner and Of Counsel Promotions for 2018

November 16, 2017

Washington, DC—Wiley Rein LLP is pleased to announce the election of new partners – Laura El-Sabaawi, Leland H. Jones IV, Roger H. Miksad, Katy J. Milner, Jeremy J. Schofer, and Brandis L. Zehr – effective January 1, 2018. In addition, the firm has promoted Tessa Capeloto, Jeffrey O. Frank, Craig Smith, and Tara L. Ward to of counsel.

“I am proud to congratulate these 10 well-deserving and talented lawyers, who have consistently served our clients with distinction,” said Managing Partner Peter D. Shields. “These promotions reflect the unwavering commitment and outstanding contributions that each of these individuals has made to the firm and our community over a number years.”

The Firm’s Newest Partners

• Laura El-Sabaawi, promoted from associate, is a member of the International Trade Practice.
• Leland H. Jones IV, promoted from associate, is a member of the Insurance Practice.
• Roger H. Miksad, promoted from associate, is a member the Environment & Safety and Consumer Product Regulation practices.
• Katy J. Milner, promoted from associate, is a member of the Telecom, Media & Technology (TMT) and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) practices.
• Jeremy J. Schofer, promoted from of counsel, is a member of the Corporate Practice.
• Brandis L. Zehr, promoted from associate, is a member of the Election Law & Government Ethics Practice.

The Firm’s Newest Of Counsel

• Tessa Capeloto, promoted from special counsel, is a member of the International Trade Practice.
• Jeffrey O. Frank, promoted from special counsel, is a member of the International Trade Practice.
• Craig Smith, promoted from associate, is a member of the Government Contracts Practice.
• Tara L. Ward, promoted from associate, is a member of the Government Contracts Practice.