Anthony T. Pavel
Partner
Washington, DC
Practicing animal law in Washington since 2001.
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Anthony T. Pavel is a partner based in Washington, DC. The practice focuses on Animal Law, Entertainment, and Environmental. Anthony has over 25 years of legal experience.
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- Washington, DC
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- over 25 years
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- Animal Law · Entertainment · Environmental
- Handles Animal Law, Entertainment, and Environmental matters from Washington, DC.
- Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Anthony T. Pavel: Anthony T. Pavel is a partner based in Washington, DC. The practice focuses on Animal Law, Entertainment, and Environmental. Anthony has over 25 years of legal experience.
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About Anthony T. Pavel
Anthony (Tony) Pavel guides clients through a comprehensive array of food and drug regulatory matters with his extensive knowledge of U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations related to food (including animal food and pet food), food additives and ingredients, dietary supplements, and cosmetics. In addition to FDA matters, Tony assists clients with issues related to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), and other regulatory bodies around the world.
Tony counsels clients in obtaining the authorization of new food ingredients, complying with manufacturing requirements, promotional and labeling claims, and regulatory compliance within the global supply chain. Clients seek his advice in navigating self-determined Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) positions and submitting GRAS Notices, New Dietary Ingredient Notifications (NDINs), food additive petitions (FAPs), and color additive petitions (CAPs) to FDA. He also helps clients navigate recall and market withdrawal strategies, import detentions, seizures, and alleged food tampering.
Prior to joining Keller and Heckman, Tony was in private practice at a major international law firm, followed by in-house positions leading a global food law team at a major food, agricultural, and industrial products producer and Deputy General Counsel, Global Food Law for a consumer biology startup. Tony’s in-house corporate experience helped shape his approach to practical, actionable advice and effective solutions for clients. Tony is frequently invited to speak at domestic and global conferences on food ingredients, food additives, and related policy matters.
Awards
•Chambers and Partners - Food and Beverage
•Law 360 Rising Stars
•DCA Live - Top Corporate Counsel
Insights & In the News
FDA to End MOU with AAFCO - Impact on Animal Food Ingredient Review
08.29.2024
Publication
Food & Chemicals Unpacked: Economic Adulteration: Secrets in the Sauce
08.05.2024
Podcast
Best Law Firms Features Keller and Heckman in 2026 Edition
Press Release
11.06.2025
Events
Partners Tony Pavel and Eve Pelonis to Present at PLC’s 38th Annual Food Label Conference
Speaking Engagement
05.31.2026
06.03.2026
Partner Tony Pavel to Present at the 6th Annual Fermentation-Enabled Alternative Protein Summit
Speaking Engagement
06.23.2026
06.25.2026
Credentials
Education
Loyola University of Chicago School of Law
J.D. · 2001
The University of Western Ontario
B.S. Honors · 1998
Jurisdictions
Bar admissions
District of Columbia
2002 · ACTIVE
Maryland
2001 · ACTIVE
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Professional memberships
Memberships •World Food Law Institute, Advisory Council •Food Protection and Defense Institute, Former Science Advisory Board member •Institute of Food Technologists, Former Chair of Food Laws and Regulations Division
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What areas of law does Anthony T. Pavel practice?
Anthony T. Pavel focuses on Animal Law, Entertainment, Environmental, and General.
Where is Anthony T. Pavel located?
Anthony T. Pavel primarily serves clients in Washington, District of Columbia, with an office at 1001 G Street NW, Suite 500 West.
How experienced is Anthony T. Pavel?
Anthony T. Pavel has 25 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 2001.
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