Jackson & Campbell, P.C.

06/11/2026

In this tax exemption dispute, the D.C. Court of Appeals affirmed summary judgment in favor of the District of Columbia, holding that the 2021 deed conveying residential property from an irrevocable trust to its primary beneficiary was subject to both transfer and recordation taxes — and qualified for neither the supplemental deed exemption nor the nominal grantee exemption under District regulations.

Learn more in our latest blog post.

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06/09/2026

If you have a large tree on your D.C. property, it may be legally protected — and the level of protection depends entirely on which category it falls into. The District draws a clear line between two classifications: Special Trees and Heritage Trees. Learn more in our latest blog post.

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06/01/2026

Jackson & Campbell, P.C. is pleased to announce that ten of our attorneys have been selected as 2026 District of Columbia "Super Lawyers" or "Rising Stars." This annual recognition is awarded to outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement.

Congratulations to our "Super Lawyers": Arthur D. Burger, David H. Cox, Christopher P. Ferragamo, Roy L. Kaufmann, Robert N. Kelly, Daniel J. Lynn, Brian W. Thompson and Marie L. VanDam, and to our "Rising Stars": Caroline Y. Lee-Ghosal and Selena A. Motley on this significant professional milestone and their continued commitment to legal excellence.

05/25/2026

Freedom is never free. 💙 This Memorial Day, we honor every brave soul who paid the ultimate price for the liberties we enjoy today. Our hearts are also with the families and loved ones who carry their memory forward. We will never forget.

04/30/2026

The Ohio Supreme Court issued a ruling on February 26, 2026 reversing lower court rulings that allowed the production of the insurer’s claim file in a bad faith lawsuit. Read more about this ruling in our latest blog post.

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02/23/2026

Black History Month invites reflection on the individuals whose work reshaped the legal landscape. From trailblazing attorneys who challenged segregation to judges and scholars who strengthened civil rights protections, Black legal professionals have played a central role in expanding access to justice in the United States. Their contributions remind us that the law is not static; it evolves through advocacy, courage, and sustained effort.

A meaningful commitment to equity requires more than statements—it requires mentorship, sponsorship, and accountability at every level. This month, J&C honors the legacy of those who paved the way and renews our commitment to building a profession that reflects the communities it serves.

02/12/2026

Ethical dilemmas don’t come with easy answers.

Join Arthur D. Burger and Caroline Y. Lee-Ghosal on February 17 (10:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m.) for Discussing Common Ethical Dilemmas Today’s Attorneys Face 2026 – Part One, an interactive webinar offering 2.0 Ethics & Professional Responsibility credits.

Developed with the Association of Professional Responsibility Lawyers (APRL), this program uses realistic video vignettes and guided discussion to tackle the challenges attorneys encounter every day.

💼 Save $30 when you register for both Part One and Part Two. Register today: https://heyor.ca/vZ4VYm.

02/11/2026

The Virginia Court of Appeals reversed a $1.5 million medical malpractice verdict and entered final judgment for our clients. The Court held that failure-to-refer claims require expert testimony regarding not only what a specialist accepting a referral would have done, but what the standard of care required that specialist to do—evidence that plaintiff did not provide at trial.

Read our latest blog post to learn more.

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02/05/2026

Courts often grapple with the timing of malicious prosecution claims in the context of triggering Coverage B under a liability policy when an exoneration takes place years or decades after the initial prosecution takes place.

The Supreme Court of Kentucky issued a ruling on December 18, 2025 addressing this issue. Read our latest blog post, written by Christopher P. Ferragamo, for an overview of this ruling.

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01/29/2026

The Rebalancing Expectations for Neighbors, Tenants, and Landlords (RENTAL) Act of 2025 (the “Act”) became effective on December 31, 2025.

The Act implements significant changes to the District of Columbia Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (T**A). Read our latest blog post for a high-level overview of several key provisions.

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