Joe provides legal advice to companies that manufacture chemicals, packaging, food, dietary supplements, cosmetics, and drugs.  He counsels these companies on compliance with the pervasive regulatory schemes that apply to their products under federal and state law. He also defends his clients when their products or claims are attacked by government actors or other parties.  He has considerable expertise with products that are designed for sustainability, and regularly provides counsel on emerging state or local requirements, such as anti-green washing laws, chemical right-to-know laws, bans, and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes.
Prior to and during law school, Joe worked in government relations and international affairs for a leading trade association representing the food, beverage, and consumer product industry.  He serves on the firm’s pro bono committee, where his practice is focused on protecting and maintaining the quality of the watersheds in the DC area.