Afshin Pishevar (“AP”) is rated 'AV' (Preeminent) by Martindale Hubbell law directory. He is assigned a score of 10/10 by AVVO & "Top 100" Award by NTLA. He has advised corporations & individuals in a diverse array of nationally important matters. W/ legal & business experience spanning over two decades, AP's experience includes startups, IP, corporate, employment, contracts, transportation law, having represented numerous industry companies, inter alia. His practice has involved Corporate, Business, Transportation, Technology, IP, Criminal & Civil Litigation, Trial Practice, as well as Immigration Law, Commercial Landlord/Tenant & Torts. An active member of Bar/professional associations, in leadership roles such as Committee Chair and President.
He has founded startups, advised them and served as founding CLO & General Counsel to Hyperloop One, GC to the non-profit, Define American and Chief Strategy Officer & GC of McLEAR. AP has been active politically as trustee & advisor to political leaders & prominent individuals in legal matters as well as local and national transportation infrastructure and High-Speed Rail. AP is a team-builder who’s depth and breadth of experience in legal & business matters enable him to skillfully solve the complex issues w/ an approach that is creative, efficient & productive. Prior to starting his law firm, he was an associate at a private law firm, summer Law Clerk to a Federal Judge, law clerk for the States Attorney's Office and the Legal Aid Society. AP has been dedicated to public service, having received awards for his efforts. AP is a Captain in the Reserves, JAG Unit–Maryland Military Defense Force (MDDF).
Recently, he was listed in the top 25 (ranked #8 for DC, MD, and VA) in the year-end edition of the Washingtonian Magazine’s legal review of 2014. Mr. Pishevar is steadfastly devoted to ensuring the realization of transformative technologies and the tremendous benefits they will convey to the world.
