Three Whiteford Attorneys Recognized by Virginia Lawyers Weekly
Date: August 28, 2025
The Leaders in the Law program honors attorneys who have made outstanding contributions to the practice of law in Virginia, achieved significant professional accomplishments, demonstrated leadership in improving the justice system and contributed meaningfully to Virginia’s legal community and the community at large. The Up and Coming Lawyers program recognizes attorneys in their first 10 years of practice who have been making a name for themselves and displaying the determination and accomplishments that establish them as leaders of the future.
Vernon E. Inge, Jr., Leader in the Law, Business Solutions, Restructuring & Financial Litigation
Vernon Inge, managing partner of Whiteford’s Richmond office, focuses his practice on commercial litigation, spanning creditors’ rights, banking, local government and construction matters. He also has a robust sports law practice, representing professional athletes and sports agents in matters such as litigation, bankruptcies and legal issues related to investments. During nearly three decades of practice, he has tried more than 100 cases to verdict and argued numerous appeals before the Supreme Court of Virginia, the Court of Appeals of Virginia and the Fourth Circuit.
Stephen M. Faraci, Sr., Leader in the Law, Business Litigation
Stephen Faraci is a veteran trial lawyer and trusted business advisor with more than 25 years of experience in business and commercial litigation. Mr. Faraci leads cases nationwide in federal and state courts, arbitration, and before administrative agencies, handling complex disputes involving contracts, real estate, construction, intellectual property and business partnerships. Drawing on decades of first-chair trial experience, he delivers strategic, results-oriented advocacy at every stage of litigation, from emergency injunctions through appeals, enabling clients to navigate risk, protect assets and achieve their business objectives.
Claudia Lopez-Knapp, Up and Coming, Community Associations
Claudia Lopez-Knapp represents condominium unit owner associations, homeowner associations and housing cooperative entities, providing counsel on a wide range of governance, compliance and operational matters. She also brings commercial litigation experience to her practice, including cases involving breach of contract, trademark infringement and misappropriation of trade secrets. With her broad legal background, Ms. Lopez-Knapp delivers practical, solutions-oriented guidance to help community association clients navigate complex legal challenges.
About Whiteford: Whiteford provides a comprehensive range of business law and litigation services to clients ranging from innovative start-ups to middle market companies to Fortune 100 enterprises. With a growing East Coast footprint that includes offices in Delaware, D.C., Florida, Kentucky, Maryland, New York, North Carolina and Virginia, we serve clients regionally, nationally and internationally.