Lily Geyer

Lily C. Geyer is a highly accomplished counsel at Crowell & Moring, based in Washington, D.C. She is an integral part of the firm’s International Dispute Resolution Group, where she provides advice and counsel on construction contracts and litigates disputes related to major infrastructure projects. Lily’s experience includes advising clients on complex international transportation and energy projects, working closely with leading international technical, delay, and quantum experts. Lily’s colleagues admire her exceptional ability to quickly digest new factual scenarios. They frequently commend her talent for distilling intricate legal and factual issues into clear, concise written work product.

Lily also has experience defending domestic and international clients against criminal and civil investigations pursued by the U.S. Department of Justice, Securities and Exchange Commission, and Internal Revenue Service. Her multifaceted experience makes her a valuable asset in navigating the complexities of international arbitration and litigation.

In addition to these matters, Lily is deeply committed to pro bono efforts, offering legal counsel to indigent clients facing substandard housing conditions, assisting guardians seeking custody of children in their care, and helping disabled veterans obtain benefits. Her dedication to pro bono work underscores her commitment to making a positive impact both within and outside the legal community.

Before embarking on her legal career, Lily served with distinction in the U.S. Army. She held roles as an enlisted intelligence analyst and air defense artillery officer, and she continues to serve as a judge advocate in the U.S. Army Reserve. Her more than 20 years of military experience provides her with a unique perspective and discipline that she brings to her legal practice. Prior to obtaining her law degree, she also worked as a defense contractor for a prominent think tank in Arlington, Virginia, advising clients on military personnel and equipment readiness.

Lily’s combination of legal knowledge, leadership experience, and commitment to pro bono work makes her an invaluable member of Crowell. Her career is marked by significant achievements and a steadfast dedication to her clients and community.