By David M. Schloss
Attorney
Attorney
We are delighted to announce two outstanding additions to the Koonz McKenney Johnson & DePaolis team.
Brendan H. Chandonnet – Maryland & Washington, D.C.
- Over 20 years defending catastrophic injury, product liability, automobile, bus, rail, asbestos/mesothelioma, premises‑liability, and workers’‑compensation claims.
- First‑chaired numerous jury trials to verdict in state and federal courts; a proven record in high‑profile wrongful‑death and life‑altering cases.
- Former Director of Mass Torts at a national plaintiff firm; 15 years as in‑house counsel for a major metropolitan transit agency; prior experience at an Am Law 50 firm handling product‑ and toxic‑tort defense.
- B.A., University of Pennsylvania; J.D., William & Mary Law School.
- Licensed in D.C., Maryland, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.
Layne Lightfoot – Washington, D.C. Office
- J.D., University of Alabama School of Law – Editor, Alabama Civil Rights & Civil Liberties Law Review; author of a published student note; Mediation Clinic experience.
- B.A., English, University of Alabama.
- Clerked for Hon. Judge Jackson Parker, D.C. Superior Court.
- Active member of the D.C. Bar, American Association for Justice, and D.C. Trial Lawyers Association.
Get in Touch
To consult with Mr. Chandonnet, Ms. Lightfoot, or any of our attorneys, call one of our offices or submit a request through our Contact Form.
Welcome aboard, Brendan and Layne!