Tuesday, October 14th, 2025
Zachary T. Lee is a Partner in Gentry Locke’s White Collar Defense, Investigations & Compliance practice group. Nationally recognized for his integrity, experience, and leadership, Zach is regarded as one of the most respected federal prosecutors in the country. He served with distinction as the chief federal law enforcement officer in the Western District of Virginia and is known for his exceptional work on matters involving the investigation and prosecution of all manner of federal criminal offenses.
Prior to joining Gentry Locke, Zach served in multiple leadership roles in the United States Attorney’s Office, most recently as Acting United States Attorney for the Western District of Virginia, which is the chief federal law enforcement officer who supervises the investigations conducted by all federal law enforcement agencies in the District. As Acting United States Attorney, he also supervised the daily operations of the United States Attorney’s Office, including all criminal and civil cases and the work of 85+ attorneys and staff. Other leadership roles in which Zach has served include First Assistant United States Attorney and Criminal Chief. During his tenure as a federal prosecutor, he participated in more than seventy jury trials in the United States District Court for the Western District of Virginia and five oral arguments in the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. In recognition of his exemplary work, he is the recipient of multiple awards, including the Anti-Defamation League SHIELD Award, the Chappell-Morris Trial Lawyer Award, and the John Perry Alderman Award for Excellence.
Before his federal service, Zach served as an Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney for the City of Bristol, Virginia. He also was a law clerk for the Honorable James P. Jones, United States District Judge for the Western District of Virginia.
As a member of the firm’s White Collar Defense, Investigations & Compliance practice, Zach works with clients on developing and implementing effective regulatory compliance programs, internal controls, and ethics programs across a variety of industries. He also works with clients to conduct internal investigations and provide strategic advice aimed at mitigating any potential negative impacts on business operations, criminal, civil, or regulatory exposure, and reputational harm. Given his extensive trial experience, Zach also assists clients in analyzing and developing successful litigation strategies.
Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
Tammy Finley is a member in Gentry Locke’s Commercial Litigation group, where she leverages more than 25 years of executive and legal leadership experience to advise clients on complex business and litigation matters. Her practice includes business and commercial litigation, general commercial matters, labor relations, employment law and non-compete issues, cybersecurity and privacy response, legal and regulatory compliance, crisis management and incident response, and enterprise risk management. She advises executives and boards on governance, fiduciary duties, director and officer liability, shareholder engagement and activism, and helps clients navigate high-stakes disputes while balancing legal, business, and reputational considerations.
Prior to joining the firm, Tammy served as Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary at Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE: AAP). She guided the company’s transformation from a regional retailer into a $10B+ publicly traded organization. During her tenure, she led critical functions including legal, compliance, risk management, human resources, and communications, while advising the company through more than 10 strategic acquisitions. She also served for over six years as an independent director for American National Bankshares Inc. (NASDAQ: AMNB), where she chaired both the Risk and Technology Committees. Tammy currently serves as an Independent Director on the Virginia Transformer Corporation Board of Directors.
Tammy is an active leader in civic and educational initiatives, serving on the boards of the Virginia Chamber of Commerce, the Hotel Roanoke LLC, the Blue Ridge Innovation Corridor, the Southern Virginia Regional Alliance, the Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation, and the Taubman Museum of Art. Her combination of corporate, governance, and civic leadership experience allows her to provide clients with practical, business-focused solutions that are informed by real-world executive insight.
Thursday, September 18th, 2025
Bryan Stokke is a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation group. Prior to joining the firm as an attorney, Bryan was a Judicial Law Clerk for the 23rd Judicial Circuit of Virginia in Roanoke City, Roanoke County, and the City of Salem. In addition to his experience at the state trial court, Bryan’s experience is further enhanced by his internships with the Virginia Court of Appeals and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas.
Monday, June 23rd, 2025
Paul Hawkins practices in the firm’s General Commercial practice group specializing in government contracting. Paul helps government contractors win more business and navigate complex regulations with confidence, representing clients at every stage of their business journey from assisting with corporate formation and governance issues to mergers and acquisitions and succession planning. As a recognized “Rising Star” in government contracts law by Virginia Super Lawyers, he combines deep legal knowledge with real-world military experience to deliver practical solutions that drive results.
Paul’s practice encompasses a broad range of services designed to support businesses throughout their lifecycle, with a particular focus on government contractors. He advises on corporate formation and governance, including structures tailored for government contracting needs. His experience includes guiding clients through strategic mergers, acquisitions, and succession planning, as well as structuring joint ventures and partnerships, including opportunities under the SBA All-Small Mentor-Protégé Program. Paul also helps businesses protect and grow their government contracting portfolios through bid and size protest representation, contract claims and appeals advocacy, and negotiation of subcontracts and teaming agreements. Additionally, he provides critical compliance and risk management counsel in areas such as Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) compliance, small business and socioeconomic set-aside programs, intellectual property and data rights protection, and security clearance and export control regulations.
Before joining Gentry Locke, Paul was a partner at a boutique firm specializing in government contracting and construction, where he developed a reputation for solving complex regulatory challenges and helping contractors win more business. Paul’s active-duty service as a U.S. Navy Surface Warfare Officer and continued service in the Navy Reserve—including multiple overseas deployments—provides invaluable insight into how government agencies think and operate. This military perspective gives his clients a distinct competitive edge, especially in the defense sector.
Thursday, June 5th, 2025
Joshua Justus is a member of the firm’s General Commercial group where his practice focuses on corporate, real estate matters, and mergers/acquisitions. In addition to his established practice areas, Joshua is deepening his knowledge and capability in the field of bankruptcy and creditor’s rights. In the course of his practice, Joshua works with business owners, executives, and stakeholders to ensure their concerns are addressed and interests are protected as he helps them further develop their businesses through various transactions.
Being a native of Southwest Virginia and growing up exploring the Appalachian Mountains in and around Hurley, Virginia, Joshua is right at home nestled in the New River Valley. Prior to joining the firm as an attorney, Joshua was a Summer Associate with Gentry Locke and served as a Legal Intern in the Office of the Federal Public Defender for the Western District of Virginia.
Joshua earned his J.D. from Washington and Lee University School of Law where he was an Editor of the German Law Journal, member of the American Constitutional Society, and member of the Business Law Association. He graduated with his B.A. from the University of Virginia.
Friday, May 9th, 2025
Matthew O’Toole is a member of the firm’s General Commercial group where he focuses on estate planning, trusts and estates administration, and business succession planning. Prior to joining Gentry Locke, he worked at a boutique law firm in Richmond that specialized in all facets of trust and estate planning, administration and trustee services. Before practicing law, Matthew worked in private wealth management at SunTrust Bank, as a Vice President of the Closely Held Business group.
Matthew earned his J.D. from the University of Richmond School of Law and his B.A. from James Madison University. He is a proud Richmond native and remains deeply connected to the area he calls home.
Monday, February 10th, 2025
Frank Clay is a member of the firm’s Plaintiff Group, where he represents individuals who have suffered life-altering injuries resulting from car crashes, sexual assault, medical malpractice, product defects, and other forms of negligence.
Frank proudly served in the United States Army as a paralegal. During his service, he participated in numerous courts-martial and administrative separation hearings and advised military commanders on a wide range of legal matters. The leadership, discipline, and commitment he developed in the Army continues to shape how he advocates for his clients.
Before joining the firm, Frank’s legal experience was shaped through mentorship from judges at every level of the judiciary. He served as a Law Clerk for the judges of the Virginia Beach Circuit Court, an Intern for Judge April C. Wood of the North Carolina Court of Appeals, and an Extern for Justice D. Arthur Kelsey of the Supreme Court of Virginia. These experiences have given him valuable insights he now uses to benefits his clients.
Thursday, December 5th, 2024
Callie Loveland practices with the firm’s Commercial Litigation and White Collar Defense, Investigations & Compliance practice groups. Prior to joining the firm as an attorney, Callie was a Summer Associate with Gentry Locke.
Callie earned her J.D. summa cum laude from the University of Richmond School of Law, where she belonged to the Order of the Coif and the McNeill Law Society. While attending law school, Callie received the National Association of Women Lawyers Award for Richmond Law where she demonstrated academic achievement, professionalism, and the potential to contribute to the advancement of women in society. She also served as the University of Richmond Law Review’s Managing Editor. Prior to law school, she received her B.A. from Washington University in St. Louis, where she was a John B. Ervin Scholar.
Thursday, December 5th, 2024
Teddy Paisley is a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation group where he focuses his practice on commercial and construction litigation. Teddy’s practice concentrates on construction-related matters, including claims, defects and warranties, breach of contract, mechanic’s liens, bond and payment disputes, DPOR complaints, and small collections in Virginia’s general district courts. Prior to joining the firm as an attorney, Teddy was a Summer Associate with Gentry Locke.
Teddy earned his J.D. magna cum laude from Liberty University School of Law, where he was the Notes and Comments Editor for the Liberty University Law Review, a competing member of the Liberty Moot Court Board, and a Research Assistant to the Dean of the School of Law. He is a Roanoke native and graduated from the University of Virginia with his B.A., where he was also a pitcher on the University’s varsity baseball team for the 2017 season.
Friday, November 15th, 2024
Roberts Moore practiced law for over 50 years with Gentry Locke, retiring after a remarkable and distinguished career as a trial lawyer. During that time, Roberts exemplified the best of what it means to be a Virginia lawyer, adhering to the highest levels of professionalism, ethics, and courtesy. Driven by a strong work ethic, Roberts handled over 200 jury trials, earning a reputation as a fearless and compassionate advocate who would not back down from an unpopular cause. He was recognized as one of the leading trial lawyers in the Commonwealth of Virginia by Benchmark Litigation, Best Lawyers in America, and Virginia Super Lawyers. Rabbit’s career is marked by his commitment to equal justice and access to justice, as well as his role as a wise mentor to countless young lawyers at Gentry Locke. Among his many accolades, he has received the Roanoke Bar Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award, is a member of the Virginia Lawyers’ Weekly Hall of Fame, and has been a Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers.
