Kathryn Cameron Atkinson, a 27-year veteran of Washington, D.C.-based Miller & Chevalier, has been elected as the firm’s newest chair, succeeding Marc Gerson, for a two-year term beginning July 1.

Atkinson has held several leadership positions at the firm over the years, including on the executive committee and as chair of its international department since 2012. She has also served on the firm’s compensation, hiring, lawyer development and pro bono committees.