The National Law Journal's first-ever Hill Hot List includes a wide range of behind-the-scenes Capitol Hill counselors. These 15 lawyers, a mix of Democrats, Republicans and nonpartisan types, have helped guide legislation on everything from health care and intellectual property to judicial confirmations. Said one: "This job is the job of my life."
 Andrew Green |  Nicole Gustafson | |
 Mark Hadley |  James Speers Hall |  Joseph Harris Jr. |
 Serena Hoy |  Jeremy Paris |  Steve Pinkos |
 Russell Sullivan |  Brandi Wilson White |  Roger Zakheim |
