White & Case LLP formally launched its government contracts practice in January 2025. The group is led by Washington DC based Melissa Taylormoore, who advises clients across the full spectrum of US government contracts, national security and defense-sector regulatory matters.

The Washington, DC-based Arnold & Porter advises clients across the full lifecycle of federal government contracts. The team is particularly well known for its work in national security, cybersecurity, classified matters, as well as for its litigation strength in high-stakes bid protests, claims and contract disputes. Beyond traditional procurement, the group is also recognised for its counsel on grants, cooperative agreements and non-procurement funding vehicles. Practice head Kara Daniels focuses on bid protests, contract disputes, investigations and grants compliance. Craig Holman is noted for his work on bid protests, claims, prime-subcontractor disputes and APA litigation. Kristen Ittig is well versed in reverse-FOIA litigation, Buy America advice and supply chain management. Michael McGill brings extensive expertise to M&A transactions involving government contractors, while Sonia Tabriz is frequently called upon in matters relating to cost accounting and security compliance. Michael Barnicle departed the firm in May 2025.

Crowell & Moring LLP delivers comprehensive counsel across the full spectrum of government contracting matters, with the practice recognised for its strength in bid protests, contract claims, grants, false claims investigations, mergers and acquisitions, cybersecurity and national security reviews. The team represents clients across a broad range of regulated industries including aerospace and defense, information technology and telecommunications, healthcare, energy, transportation and private equity. From the Washington DC office, the practice is co-led by Peter Eyre, Daniel Forman and Adelicia Cliffe. Eyre focuses on suspension and debarment proceedings, investigations as well as mergers and acquisitions. Forman is a seasoned litigator with extensive experience handling bid protests, while Cliffe concentrates on supply chain issues, export controls and classified contracting matters. Stephen McBrady further strengthens the team with a strong litigation record in disputes, regularly appearing before the Court of Federal Claims, the Federal Circuit and boards of contract appeals. Evan Wolff departed the firm in July 2025.

The government contracts practice at Morrison Foerster is recognised for its strength across the full lifecycle of federal procurement matters, with particular distinction in bid protests, investigations and false claims, contract disputes, negotiations, M&A and transactional work. The team is especially well regarded for its deep capabilities in the technology sector, where it regularly advises on complex regulatory, compliance and procurement issues. Based in Washington DC, the practice is co-led by Tina Reynolds and Alex Ward. Reynolds concentrates on general government contracts counselling with particular emphasis on intellectual property, data security and cybersecurity requirements. Ward contributes significant experience in bid protests, contract litigation and investigations. Damien Specht advises clients on regulatory compliance, contract negotiations and transactional issues, while Kevin Mullen adds substantial experience in bid protests and procurement fraud matters, representing clients in disputes and enforcement-related proceedings. David Churchill excels in litigation of disputes involving award, performance and termination of federal contracts. Jay DeVecchio  retired from the firm in December 2024.

Wiley Rein LLP government contracts practice delivers end-to-end counsel across the full procurement lifecycle, including new market entry, entity formation, contract performance, expansion through acquisition and sale of government contractors. The team is particularly well regarded for its strength in bid protests, contract claims, cost matters and compliance counselling. Based in Washington DC, the practice is led by Scott McCaleb and Paul Khoury. McCaleb is an experienced litigator recognised for his work on complex investigations and disputes involving aerospace and defense contractors. Khoury advises defense and civilian contractors on compliance and enforcement matters including mandatory disclosures, false claims act allegations and debarment proceedings. Tracye Howard brings substantial experience litigating claims under the Contract Disputes Act and related disputes, while Jon Burd is noted for his work in bid protests, claims and appeals. Brian Walsh excels in strategic counselling to aid clients navigate emerging regulatory challenges. John Prairie and Ryan Frazee departed the firm in 2025.

The Blank Rome LLP government contracts practice is distinguished by its exclusive focus on the aerospace, defense and government services sectors. Based in Washington DC, the practice is co-chaired by Justin Chiarodo and Luke Meier. Chiarodo represents established and emerging contractors on disputes, compliance frameworks and regulatory risk. Meier is regarded for his work on high-value bid protests, contract claims and fraud investigations. Scott Arnold contributes significant experience in foreign military sales, export controls and cross-border regulatory obligations. The ‘highly knowledgeable’ Dominique Casimir represents accounting firms, major defence contractors and large health insurers with Department of Defense contracts. Elizabeth Jochum excels in bid protests before the Government Accountability Office and Court of Federal Claims. David Nadler retired in January 2025.

The Washington DC Hogan Lovells US LLP practice is frequently called upon by government contract clients in the aerospace and defense, life sciences and education sectors. The team advises across a broad spectrum of government contracts matters including bid protests, M&A and transactional work, national security reviews, cybersecurity and supply chain risk. Michael Mason is particularly well known for handling high-value bid protests before the Government Accountability Office and the Court of Federal Claims. William Ferreira counsels clients on government contracts issues affecting their global operations and disputes, with particular strength in internal investigations and compliance with federal grant requirements. Stacy Hadeka focuses on bid protest litigation, disclosure obligations and transactional due diligence, while Michael Scheimer advises clients on structuring and executing transactions involving classified programs and controlled technologies. Lauren Olmstead brings a particular focus on regulatory compliance.

The Latham & Watkins government contracts practice is widely recognised for its representation of traditional defense contractors as well as companies operating in the computer, telecommunications and healthcare sectors. The firm advises across the full spectrum of government contracts matters and is particularly noted for its strength in transactional work, sanctions, export controls, white collar investigations and administrative proceedings. Based in Washington DC, the ‘highly skilled and knowledgeable’ team is co-led by Kyle Jefcoat, Dean Baxtresser and Anne Robinson. Jefcoat is especially experienced in transactions, bid protests and internal investigations involving mandatory disclosure issues. Robinson guides clients through bid protests, compliance and enforcement matters, while Baxtresser excels in major contract disputes and false claims allegations. Also noteworthy is Morgan Maddoux who represents clients across all phases of investigations and commercial litigation.

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP fields a strong government contracts practice covering M&A, international trade, export controls, federal funding, employment matters, claims and terminations, suspension and debarment, as well as litigation. The team is particularly recognised for its bid protest capabilities, frequently acting for clients in the aerospace and defence, construction, cybersecurity, healthcare and information technology sectors in state and local procurement proceedings. Practice leadership is shared by Matt Carter who divides his time between Los Angeles and Washington DC, and David Dixon who is based in Northern Virginia. Carter is recognised for safeguarding corporations and individuals eligibility for federal program participation. Dixon concentrates on disputes relating to the formation and administration of government contracts including bid protests, claims and terminations. John Jensen splits his time between Northern Virginia and Washington DC, regularly representing middle-market clients on the purchase and sale of government contractors.

Boutique firm Rogers Joseph O’Donnell is widely regarded for its strength in government contracts matters, regularly advising on local, state and federal bid protests, cybersecurity and supply chain security issues, requests for equitable adjustments and claims litigation. The team represents clients across a broad range of sectors including information technology, telecommunications, security services, construction and healthcare. The practice is co-led by Washington DC-based Lucas Hanback and Mark J. Linderman who is based in San Francisco. Hanback concentrates on complex claims and disputes, while Linderman is especially noted for his bid protest expertise. Neil O’Donnell takes a ‘collaborative problem solving’ approach to terminations, internal investigations and false claims disputes.  Robert Metzger departed the team in April 2025.

The Seyfarth Shaw LLP government contracts practice offers ‘exceptionally deep expertise’ and is widely recognised for its work in bid protests, contract claims, international procurement, internal investigations and emerging technologies. The Washington D.C based practice is led by Adam Lasky and Amy Conant-Hoang. Conant-Hoang focuses on bid protests, internal investigations and disclosure matters tied to corporate transactions, while Lasky concentrates on SBA regulatory compliance, joint ventures and bid protests involving complex overseas procurement issues. Edward Arnold offers extensive experience across contract litigation, FCA matters, prime-sub disputes and whistleblower complaints. Erica Bakies brings a strong background in regulatory and national security matters affecting contractors in the high-tech, aerospace and defense sectors. Zachary Jacobson brings a focus on the construction, defense, aerospace, space and tech sectors. Zohra Tejani joined the team from Fenwick & West LLP in May 2025 and adds significant experience advising technology companies on navigating the complex intersection of innovation and public sector procurement.

The Sheppard government contracts practice is highly regarded for its strength in aerospace and defense, commercial and intelligence community matters. The team advises on a broad spectrum of issues including compliance, cost recovery disputes, bid protests, false claims litigation and audit responses. The practice is led from Washington DC by Ryan Roberts, who regularly handles both contentious and non-contentious matters. Jonathan Aronie brings significant experience in bid protests, claims, self-disclosures and investigations. Anne Perry complements the team’s capabilities with expertise in M&A-related government contracts issues, suspension and debarment proceedings, export controls and bid protests. Keith Szeliga offers deep knowledge relating to pricing issues including the Cost Principles, the Cost Accounting Standards and the Truth in Negotiations Act.

The Akin government contracts practice advises clients on international and US federal, state and local procurement processes, grants, appropriation matters and related disputes. The team delivers sector experience spanning technology, aerospace, national security, infrastructure and project development. Scott Heimberg advises on transactions, bid protests and regulatory compliance. Susan Lent has significant experience guiding clients in negotiating federal financial assistance agreements with government agencies. Angela Styles efficiently resolves contracting and grant issues involving executive branch departments and agencies.

Based in Washington DC, Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP advises clients across the full government contracting lifecycle. The team is particularly recognised for its strength in government contracts issues arising from mergers and acquisitions, with deep experience in transactions involving aerospace, defence and technology companies. Practice head James McCullough is noted for his extensive experience in bid protest litigation before the Government Accountability Office. Michael Anstett focuses on private equity investments, as well as suspension and debarment, claims and compliance issues. The ‘knowledgeable, resourceful and efficient strategist’ Alexander Ginsberg advises on contract disputes, enforcement defense and cost accounting issues. Robert Starling excels in litigation before the Court of Federal Claims.

The Greenberg Traurig government contracts practice offers deep expertise in complex and emerging technologies, including space-based systems. The firm is particularly well known for its work on specialised intellectual property issues arising in government contracts and grants. Co-practice head Jeffrey Chiow frequently represents contractors in high-stakes bid protests of enterprise-wide significance, while fellow practice head Jennifer Zucker is widely recognised by defence and aerospace clients for her bid protest work across both classified and unclassified environments. Shomari Wade is highly experienced in bid protests before the Court of Federal Claims and the Government Accountability Office. Michael Schaengold focuses his litigation practice before the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and the Court of Federal Claims. Cindy Lopez joined from Rogers Joseph O’Donnellin April 2026.

The ‘innovative lawyers willing to go the extra mile’ at the McDermott Will & Schulte government contracts practice advise clients across the full lifecycle of public sector contracting, from regulatory compliance and contract negotiations to complex bid protests and high-stakes claims disputes. The Washington DC-based team is especially well known for its strength in cybersecurity compliance, cost disputes and bid protest litigation. The practice is co-led by Daniel Graham and Tara Ward. Graham represents technology, healthcare and defence clients in bid protests, disputes and commercial litigation matters, while Ward brings complementary experience in transactional agreements, regulatory frameworks and supply chain compliance. Darshak Dholakia joined the firm in 2025, from Dechert.

Steptoe LLP delivers comprehensive coverage across the full spectrum of government contracts matters, earning particular recognition for its strength in bid protest and claims litigation, with victories before the GAO, Court of Federal Claims and Boards of Contract Appeals. The team is also experienced in regulatory compliance related to federal infrastructure funding, M&A transactions, data rights and classified programs. Practice leader Paul Hurst, who heads the Washington DC based group, is recognised for his skill in civil litigation and regularly represents clients across the defence, construction and healthcare industries. Tyler Evans concentrates on intellectual property issues in relation to emerging technologies in the defence technology and life sciences sectors. Amba Datta departed the firm in 2025.

The Vinson & Elkins LLP government contracts practice advises clients on sensitive matters across the full spectrum of federal procurement, excelling in high-stakes bid protests and False Claims Act investigations. In April 2025 the firm strengthened the practice with the arrival of Alexander Canizares from Perkins Coie LLP, as co-head of the group he advises clients on federal contracting issues, high-stakes litigation and internal investigations. Co-head Jamie Tabb remains a key figure in the Washington DC practice, with a strong focus on federal contracts and particular strength in bid protest litigation before the GAO and the Court of Federal Claims. Tyler Robinson adds notable depth on compliance matters involving the Federal Acquisition Regulation, agency supplemental acquisition regulations and Small Business Administration rules.

The WilmerHale government contracts practice guides clients across a broad range of contentious and non contentious matters including bid protests, national security issues, government intellectual property rights, investigations and compliance. The Washington DC-based group is led by Seth Locke, who joined the firm from Perkins Coie LLP in February 2025, alongside Andrew Shipley. Shipley is highly experienced in bid protests, national security matters and intellectual property rights, while Locke brings deep expertise in bid protests, contract performance disputes, cost accounting claims and False Claims Act litigation. Stephen Preston, who leads sensitive investigations and provides strategic procurement, risk management and compliance advice to military contractors.

The BakerHostetler government contracts practice operates from offices in Los Angeles and Washington DC, handling a broad range of both contentious and non-contentious matters. The team advises on international government contracting, M&A transactions, claims and terminations, performance disputes, bid protests and related litigation. The practice is co-led by Todd Canni who is based in Los Angeles, and particularly experienced in procurement fraud defence and debarment matters. Fellow practice head Stephen Ruscus is located in Washington DC and often advises on claims, investigations, drug pricing issues, domestic preference requirements and compliance. Kevin Barnett and Kaitlyn Toth, both in DC, are also recommended for their expertise in contractor rights.

The Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP government contracts practice is active across bid protests, contract claims and False Claims Act matters. Based in Washington DC, the group is co-led by Aron Beezley who advises clients throughout the procurement lifecycle, from proposal and award strategy through to contract performance, disputes and terminations. Fellow practice head Robert Symon concentrates on complex construction and disputes, representing contractors and developers in claims, litigation and arbitration arising from both public and private projects. Douglas Patin further strengthens the bench with extensive experience in performance disputes, advising on terminations, cost recovery and risk allocation issues.

The Dentons government contracts practice brings broad expertise across False Claims Act investigations, bid protests and disputes relating to contract performance and product liability. Practice head Steve Masiello, based in Denver, is noted for his work on cross-border protests, contract default issues and fraud or corruption matters arising from high-value procurements. Thomas Lemmer focuses on federal contract formation, administration and dispute resolution, while Joseph Martinez is recognized for guiding clients through matters at the intersection of law, politics and public policy. The team was further strengthened by the arrival of partner Evan Sherwood in June 2025 from Covington & Burling LLP.

The DLA Piper LLP (US) practice is noted for its ‘smart, talented and experienced attorneys who look for practical solutions’, and offers deep expertise across federal, state and local government contracting matters. The team advises on bid protests, transactions, M&A, cybersecurity compliance and investigations, and is particularly active in the defense, space, biodefense and life sciences sectors. The Washington DC office is led by Sam Knowles and Dawn Stern. Knowles is widely recognized for his work on GSA Federal Supply Schedule contracting, commercial item contracting, and intellectual property issues, while Stern focuses primarily on the litigation of government contracting disputes. Brad Jorgensen has left the firm.

The Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP government contracts practice is frequently entrusted with False Claims Act litigation, bid protests, cost disputes and regulatory challenges. The group, primarily based in Washington DC, is led by Dhananjay Manthripragada and Lindsay Paulin. Paulin brings broad experience across complex investigations, claims litigation, as well as suspension and debarment proceedings. Manthripragada splits his time between Washington DC and Los Angeles, and is particularly well regarded for advising educational institutions on government grants compliance, risk and regulatory matters. Joseph West focuses on dispute resolution and civil and criminal fraud investigations, while Jonathan Phillips handles investigations and related whistleblower litigation. Patrick Pearsall joined the team from A&O Shearman in March 2025.

Husch Blackwell LLP is recognised for its representation of government contractors in investigations, bid protests, claims and other contentious matters, with particular experience in complex federal construction contracting, engineering support services and healthcare contracting. Based in Washington DC, the practice is led by Brian Waagner, who brings deep expertise in compliance and contract administration. Hal Perloff focuses on the privatisation of military housing and temporary lodging, domestic preference rules and the defense of False Claims Act allegations. Steven Neeley advises government contracts clients on bid protests and dispute litigation, as well as transactional and corporate matters.

The Mayer Brown government contracts practice is recognised for their work in bid protests, claims disputes, compliance, contract formation, negotiation, grants and loans. The Washington, DC-based team was strengthened in October 2025 with the arrival of practice heads John Prairie and Ryan Frazee from Wiley Rein LLP. Prairie draws on deep experience in high-stakes bid protests, contract terminations, civil and criminal investigations. Frazee focuses on ethics compliance and regularly represents clients before the ASBCA, CBCA, GAO and federal courts. Michael Lackey has represented both companies and individuals, in state and federal proceedings including multi-district and class actions.

The Miller & Chevalier Chartered government contracts practice brings extensive experience across a broad range of contentious matters including contractor claims, bid protests, False Claims Act actions and internal investigations. The Washington DC–based team is co-led by Jason Workmaster who regularly represents contractors in disputes, protests and  government audits. Fellow practice head Alejandro Sarria  focuses on high-stakes contract disputes, protests, FCA litigation and complex civil matters. Scott Flesch has particular strength in defense-sector representations, handling suspension and debarment cases. Ashley Powers advises on compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation and related supplements, with specific expertise in supply chain and cybersecurity compliance.

The ‘outstanding team’ at government contracts boutique Nichols Law brings recognised strength in bid protests and related litigation. The Washington DC based practice is led by Robert Nichols who brings extensive experience in claims litigation, bid protests, suspension and debarment matters, as well as related M&A. Carla Weiss advises contractors and grantees on suspension and termination issues, including those arising from recent foreign aid funding cuts. Michael Bhargava excels in representing government contractors in complex commercial litigation. The firm was bolstered by the arrival of Philip Beshara from WilmerHale in January 2025. Sarah Curtis, Lynne Halbrooks and Andy Liu departed the firm in May 2025.

Smith Currie Oles places particular emphasis on construction projects for federal, state and local governments, with notable experience advising aerospace, maritime and defence contractors. The firm regularly represents clients in bid protests, contract formation and performance disputes, regulatory compliance matters, claims, Requests for Equitable Adjustment, as well as termination settlement proposals. The practice is co-led by Howard Roth in Seattle and Jacob Scott in Washington DC. Roth focuses on intellectual property rights, commercial items and maritime bid protests, while Scott frequently appears before federal courts, boards of contract appeals and in private arbitration proceedings. Allison Geewax excels across subcontract flowdown requirements and domestic preference issues.

Thompson Hine LLP provides ongoing support to clients managing government contracts, including regulatory compliance, cost and schedule recovery, termination settlement proposals, and related litigation and disputes. The group brings significant experience advising life sciences, telecommunications, intelligence, professional services, construction, and manufacturing clients. Practice head Francis Purcell, based in Washington DC, advises on issues arising from the formation and performance of government contracts and represents clients in both pre- and post-award disputes. Ryan Spiegel focuses on regulatory compliance, agreement negotiation, responses to government investigations, and dispute resolution, while Andrés Vera advises on a broad range of transactional matters.

The Venable LLP government contracts team advises across a broad range of matters, with particular strength in bid protests and contract disputes. The practice handles issues involving the provision of services to government agencies, as well as related hardware procurements in the defense and healthcare sectors. The group is led by Paul Debolt in Washington DC, and Scott Hommer in Virginia. DeBolt counsels contractors throughout the full lifecycle of their federal government engagements, from bidding and selection through to performance challenges and contract termination. Hommer represents technology-focused clients operating in Defense, Treasury, and State Department environments. Dismas Locaria is noted for his capabilities in regulatory compliance and federal ethics laws. Scott Sheffler joined the firm from in July 2025. Rebecca Pearson  departed in March 2025, and Kelly Boppe left in June 2025.

Williams & Connolly LLP represents government contractors in internal and government-facing investigations, contract disputes and remedies, false claims act matters, as well as complex civil, criminal and administrative litigation. The Washington DC based team advises clients across financial services, aerospace, defense, IT, professional services, real estate and healthcare. The practice is led by Edward Reddington and Greg Bowman. Reddington is particularly noted for his work in bid protests, breach of fiduciary duty and government ethics disputes, while Bowman regularly defends both individuals and companies in matters involving national security, patent litigation, class actions, and administrative law proceedings. Christopher Manning excels in anti-terrorism act and alien tort statute litigation.

Winston Taylor brings substantial experience to contentious government contracts disputes, bid protests, investigation and claims, with particular expertise in the healthcare and maritime sectors. The Washington DC based practice is co-led by Lawrence Block, Lawrence Sher, and Elizabeth Leavy. Block focuses on Government Accountability Office and Court of Federal Claims bid protests and related procurement litigation. Sher frequently leads the team in representing health insurer clients in Medicaid managed care contract bid protests and associated disputes. Leavy represents contractors facing allegations of fraud, waste and abuse in congressional and OIG investigations.

Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP has extensive experience across a broad range of government contracting matters, regularly representing clients in bid protests, size challenges, contract disputes and enforcement actions, as well as national security and export compliance issues. The practice is led by Virginia-based James Kearney alongside Tennessee-based Joshua Mullen. Kearney is recognised for his expertise in country-of-origin determinations, foreign ownership and control restrictions, while Mullen represents contractors in bid protests before the Government Accountability Office and the Court of Federal Claims. Richard Raleigh regularly handles matters requiring immediate action, particularly in cases involving non-compete agreements and claims of misappropriation of trade secrets.