Nicole Faut is an experienced Harrisonburg lawyer who serves WAW’s employment law and civil litigation practice areas. Nicole’s passion lies in protecting people’s civil rights and repairing the harm caused by past injustices. She is equal parts empathetic, analytical, and creative, making her an excellent advocate and colleague. These skills allow her to examine every angle of a client’s problem, clearly explain their options, and guide them through their legal journey.
Seth J. Kott is an associate attorney at Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver in Harrisonburg. As a member of the Commercial, Corporate & Business Law practice group, Seth represents the legal needs of large and small businesses across the Shenandoah Valley. Seth is a 2025 graduate of Washington and Lee University School of Law. During law school, he served as a legal extern for Lynchburg Circuit Court Judge J. Frederick Watson, where he refined his research skills and gained an appreciation for varied approaches to advocacy. Seth’s clients value his willingness to go the extra mile and his ability to solve complex problems under stress.
Jeromy J. Henning is a Harrisonburg lawyer who joined the Wharton, Aldhizer & Weaver team as an associate attorney in 2025. Before entering the legal profession, Jeromy served our country with distinction as a United States Army Sergeant Major. Jeromy graduated from William & Mary Law School in 2025 after earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in 2016 while serving full-time in the military. Jeromy chose to pursue a legal career to continue serving his community in a new capacity. As a member of our Occupational Safety & Health Administration team, he brings detailed focus to find solutions for WAW’s business and corporate clients across the country.
Charles “Wil” Russell applies strong problem-solving skills and out-of-the-box thinking to serve clients in Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC’s Civil Litigation practice area. Wil joined the firm in 2025, bringing with him hands-on experience from a judicial and several law firm clerkships, including serving two circuit court judges in Staunton and Waynesboro. This experience trained him to cut through complexity and address legal issues quickly and effectively. Wil’s considerate communication style fosters clear and honest relationships with others, which is an invaluable strength he brings to WAW’s team and clients.
Dioscoro Andres “Andy” Blanco is an associate attorney at Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver in Harrisonburg. As a member of the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) practice group, Andy provides legal support to businesses navigating federal and state safety regulations. He delivers strategic guidance on OSHA compliance, workplace hazard assessments and employer responsibilities in preventing violations. Andy is known for his big-picture approach, listening carefully to clients’ concerns and offering practical solutions that align with their business goals. Andy has a track record of developing relationships with clients while maintaining a clear focus on outcomes.
Timothy “Tim” Carwile joined Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver in 2023, bringing his significant experience and relationships in the Staunton/Waynesboro/Augusta County community to the firm. Tim began his legal career in the 1970s, providing comprehensive legal services to businesses and individuals and serving for 8 years as Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney in Waynesboro. In the early 2000s, he narrowed his focus to trial work and criminal defense, becoming a frequent speaker on the subject of the defense of criminal cases throughout Virginia. In addition, he is the author of definitive publications used by attorneys throughout the Commonwealth. He enjoys the challenging nature of criminal defense and the connections he’s fostered with police, prosecutors and judges. Tim currently serves as Special Commissioner for the Augusta County Circuit Court and previously served as chair of the Eighth District Ethics Committee for the Virginia State Bar. He attended the University of Virginia for his undergraduate degree and the T.C. Williams School of Law of the University of Richmond. He is admitted to practice in the Virginia Supreme Court, the Fourth Circuit of the U.S. Court of Appeals and the Western and Eastern Districts of Virginia.
Fran Gomez joined WAW as a partner in 2023 with a focus on providing comprehensive commercial and real estate legal services to individuals and businesses in Waynesboro. She has decades of experience representing clients purchasing property in Virginia, opening a new business, or planning their estate. She also handles adult guardianship cases, interacting with vulnerable and incapacitated adults. Fran is the Commissioner of Accounts for the City of Waynesboro, a quasi-judicial position that oversees the timely and proper filing of documents and fiduciary responsibilities for estates, trusts, guardianships, and foreclosures in the City. Fran attended the University of Virginia for her undergraduate degree and George Mason University School of Law. She is admitted to practice law in Virginia and the District of Columbia.
Mary Schratwieser brings diverse expertise to her business, real estate, and estate planning clients. Her practice currently focuses on Estate Planning, Trusts and Wills, Real Estate Transactions, Corporate Transactions, and Real Estate and Construction Disputes. In addition to her individual clients, Mary has overseen the legal needs of global public companies on complex corporate and real estate transactions including stock offerings, asset purchases, mergers, and stock acquisitions. Her strong background in regulatory compliance under federal securities, health care and occupational safety laws adds depth to her representation of local clients and makes her a valuable addition to the WAW team. Her multiple skills add value to her service of each particular client’s legal needs. Mary is licensed in the states of Virginia and Texas.
Emily Gindhart is a Harrisonburg lawyer working as an associate attorney at Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver. As a member of our Corporate and Business law team, Emily coordinates her detailed and meticulous work with our Partners to satisfy the complex legal needs of our clients. She attended the University of Virginia as an undergraduate, studying Psychology and Political Science. After completing her undergraduate degree, Emily studied at the University of Richmond School of Law, graduating with honors in 2021. While attending law school, she served as a summer law clerk for Legal Services of Northern Virginia and as a Clinical Placement Extern for the Honorable Justice Cleo E. Powell, who serves on the Supreme Court of Virginia. She is an experienced researcher, diving deep into legal precedence to find answers and strategies for tackling all types of cases. Emily became interested in the law while studying at UVA and learning more about the impact public policy can have on individuals and businesses in our country.
Clients describe Marshall Yoder as an exceptional problem solver. Marshall brings nearly thirty years of experience representing individuals, non-profits, small businesses, and Fortune 500 companies. As a member of the Family Law, Business Law, and Estate Planning teams, Marshall empowers clients by assisting them in identifying their underlying long and short-term interests and helping them select from options which meet those interests. Marshall practices extensively in corporate and estate planning matters and also has an active education and elder law practice. Marshall is most well-known as a pioneer in the use of collaborative practice to resolve disputes effectively and efficiently in the Shenandoah Valley. His discretion and tact working with families help them maintain their privacy and pride during challenging times. Marshall has been profiled in both the American Bar Journal and Virginia Business magazines and trains other professionals in the use of collaborative practice throughout the southeast and mid-Atlantic regions. He also regularly mediates disputes of all types.
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