Steptoe LLP

Excelling in railroad regulatory and litigation, the transportation team at Steptoe LLP has extensive experience in advising on environmental and construction matters, alongside advising on a range of commercial disputes before the federal and state courts. Beyond this, the group also frequently acts in economic regulation matters, rail labor issues, and advises in the interaction between freight and passenger railroads over shared lines. Spearheading the practice is Linda Stein, who is well-versed in civil litigation, particularly in contractual dispute matters in the space. For economic regulations and preemption matters, Anthony LaRocca is a key contact. Peter Denton is a notable name for US freight railroads, public authority owners, and rail equipment suppliers. Fielding experience in front of the Surface Transportation Board, Onika Williams undertakes a range of administrative and constitutional law matters. Also frequently acting in front of the STB, Sally Mordi also handles a range of acquisition and leasing matters. All team members are based in Washington DC.