McGuireWoods LLP

A key contact for the rail and trucking sectors, the McGuireWoods LLP transportation department is frequently turned to for its broad expertise in contract, commercial, torts, and real estate related matters. The team is experienced in representing both Class I and Class II railroad companies, along with financial actors in the rail market, and includes regulatory queries and disputes regarding acquisitions, independent contractor status, and intersection between real estate and rail among its portfolio of matters in the truck and rail sectors. Jacksonville-based Eric Bilik heads the team, and has strong experience in commercial litigation, commercial franchising, and representing national transportation companies before state, federal and arbitration courts. Christopher Thanner has a strong track record in railroad acquisitions, and represents railroads before regulatory agencies and local governments in various land-related disputes. Kimberly T. Mydock is also a highly active member of the team, and assists Mydock and has experience in representing clients before the federal and state courts. Richmond- based Candace Ali Blydenburgh and Pittsburgh-based Natalie Zagari are also relied upon for their expertise in mass tort litigation.