Cuneo Gilbert & LaDuca, LLP delivers powerful advocacy in courtrooms and in Washington, DC—strategic, relentless, and results-driven.
Washington, D.C., Civil Litigation Lawyers and Policy Experts
Serving Clients Nationwide in Complex Litigation Cases and Policy Disputes
Cuneo Gilbert & LaDuca, LLP has been serving clients in complex civil litigation in practice areas ranging from antitrust law and class actions to government and legislative advocacy with a team of proven lawyers since 1988. With 35+ years of experience, we believe we are the only law firm of our size equally at home on Capitol Hill, in a political debate, a state trial, or an appellate court.
Our firm has unique experience with a team that includes former Capitol Hill and federal agency veterans – including the Department of Justice, Federal Trade Commission and Consumer Product Safety Commission – and other industry experts with deep legislative and policy experience. This unique combination of skills allows us to handle cases with complex public policy implications in ways that many other firms are not equipped to do. Our team’s first-hand knowledge of how federal agencies operate, along with our experience in shaping legislation, gives us an edge when dealing with cases that intersect with government oversight and regulation.
Whether representing governments, elected officials, businesses, unions, nonprofits, or individuals, our ability to navigate not just the courtroom but also Congress and federal agencies sets us apart. We understand the intricacies of regulatory compliance, enforcement actions, and legislative processes, enabling us to advocate effectively at every level. This multifaceted expertise allows us to approach cases with a broader strategic vision, ensuring that our clients are well-positioned to address both legal challenges and public policy concerns.
What unites all of us is an uncompromising commitment to excellence.
Call (202) 789-3960 or contact us online to to discuss your case and legal needs.
Our Services
Lawyers Who Move the Needle
Current Highlights
CGL served as co-lead counsel in securing a $700 million settlement on behalf of acute care hospitals nationwide impacted by the opioid epidemic.
Attorneys to argue the Motion to Dismiss by Prince George’s County and the Board of Education on Friday, May 3, 2025
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals denies defendants’ Rule 23(f) petition for interlocutory review of Judge Maxine Chesney’s order granting class certification for the reseller class
The Power of Persuasion
Here's What Sets CGL Apart
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Persuasive Advocacy
Success comes from strategic persuasion, whether in the courtroom, before Congress, or in public policy debates. We know when to negotiate and when to fight.
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Legal & Policy Experience
Our strength lies in bridging the gap between litigation and public policy, seamlessly navigating courts, legislatures, and government agencies.
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Individualized Strategy
Every client and case is unique. We leverage our team’s diverse skills to craft tailored legal solutions that deliver real results.
Fierce Advocates. Trusted Allies.
Meet Our Legal Team
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Charles J. LaDuca Chairman -
Pamela Gilbert Partner
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Michael J. Flannery Partner
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Charles F. Barrett Partner
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Amanda G. Lewis Partner
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Evelyn Yifei Riley Partner
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Christian Hudson Partner
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Rob Shelquist Partner
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Christopher K. Fisher Executive Director, Partner
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Mike Lenett Of Counsel
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DaJohnna Richardson Jonathan W. Cuneo COSAL/Justice Catalyst Fellow
What Distinguishes Cuneo Gilbert & LaDuca, LLP from Other Law Firms?
Law & Policy
We are one of the few firms of our size with a team that includes former federal agency veterans – including the Department of Justice, Federal Trade Commission and Consumer Product Safety Commission – and other industry experts with deep legislative and policy experience.
This unique combination of skills allows us to handle cases with complex public policy implications in ways many firms are not equipped to do. Our team’s first-hand knowledge of how federal agencies operate and our experience in shaping legislation gives us an edge when dealing with cases that intersect with government oversight and regulation.
Whether representing governments, elected officials, businesses, unions, nonprofits, or individuals, our ability to navigate the courtroom, Congress, and federal agencies sets us apart.
We understand the intricacies of regulatory compliance, enforcement actions, and legislative processes, enabling us to advocate effectively at every level. This multifaceted knowledge allows us to approach cases with a broader strategic vision, positioning our clients to address legal challenges and public policy concerns effectively.
Skills & Experience
Every situation is different, and every person has unique character traits. We assess people as individuals rather than as a sum of paper credentials. While many of our team members have impressive accreditations, lawyers bring different strengths in law and public policy that cannot always be measured in a straightforward way. We bring attorneys with a host of varied skills to any situation.
Our attorneys have held positions of trust in state and federal governments and have:
- conducted approximately 200 trials;
- conducted approximately 500 quasi-adjudicative, administrative, or arbitral proceedings resulting in final adjudication;
- argued appeals in ten federal circuit courts of appeals, including two en banc arguments (cases heard or reconsidered by all the judges of the court);
- argued appeals in at least seven states;
- testified before Congress, state legislatures, or federal or state administrative bodies at least 60 times; and
- appeared in many cases before the United States Supreme Court.
Let's Work Together
Our firm is engaged in dozens of cases, from product defect class actions to antitrust litigation to civil rights advocacy.
If you feel we could represent you in any of our practice areas, please reach out for a case evaluation.
Call (202) 789-3960 or contact us online to to discuss your case and legal needs.