District of Columbia

John H. Ladd, Executive Managing Director
Dal Harper, Managing Associate
David M. Carmen, President and CEO

Proven Team

  • Our team has substantial DC regulatory, administrative and legislative experience
  • We mobilize the firm's full resources on behalf of each client
  • We include senior leaders from other practice areas to manage related issues
  • Where many firms' practices are isolated in "silos," Carmen Group empowers a team of proven experts with every capability the firm possesses

Our Professionals

Our professionals engage in deep administrative and coordinating work with District agencies to shape projects, move them through what often can be a highly bureaucratic process, and secure final approvals. We break down procedural barriers, negotiate project cooperation agreements, and seek and secure administrative waivers where appropriate. Please click on "Case Histories" to review the industry-leading accomplishments that define us.

 

Major Medicaid Hospital Coalition

DC Hospitals receive significant resources to provide healthcare to those who need it most, with a retroactive increase for the District’s formula funding that remains in force in perpetuity.

PN Hoffman/Madison Marquette

One of the District of Columbia’s largest community redevelopment projects will transform the area’s Southwest Waterfront and provide long-awaited retail, residential and housing improvements.

Washington National Cathedral

A national historic treasure receives federal funds through a "Save America's Treasures" grant to repair structural damage and preserve this irreplaceable landmark for future generations.

Western Development

Innovative government financing powers the revitalization of a core section of downtown DC, enhancing quality of life for residents and driving economic development for the District.