Atty. Emily Gomez

Atty. Emily Gomez

Emily F. Gomez focuses her practice on complex litigation matters and criminal and civil investigations.

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Profile Summary

About Emily Gomez at a glance

Emily Gomez is a criminal defense, white collar, and litigation attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar and Virginia, Virginia State Bar. Educated at The University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 2015) and University of Pennsylvania (BA, 2008). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

Emily F. Gomez focuses her practice on complex litigation matters and criminal and civil investigations

Practice Areas Explained

Emily Gomez's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Emily Gomez handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Emily Gomez is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Emily Gomez

Where is Emily Gomez's law office located?
Emily Gomez's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Emily Gomez handle?
Emily Gomez focuses on criminal defense, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
Where did Emily Gomez go to law school?
Emily Gomez earned their education at (J.D., 2015); (BA, 2008).
How can I contact Emily Gomez for a consultation?
You can contact Emily Gomez directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Emily Gomez received?
Emily Gomez's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Securities Regulation.

Education

J.D.
The University of Michigan Law School
- 2015
BA
University of Pennsylvania
- 2008

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities Regulation
- 2026

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar
Virginia, Virginia State Bar

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