Ranking tables
Government Contracts | USA
USA - Nationwide
Rankings overview for Lawyers
Senior Statespeople
Band 1
Craig Holman Arnold & Porter12 Years Ranked
Daniel P Graham McDermott Will & Emery LLP14 Years Ranked
Daniel R Forman Crowell & Moring LLP12 Years Ranked
James J McCullough Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP19 Years Ranked
Jason Carey Covington & Burling LLP11 Years Ranked
Kevin Mullen Morrison Foerster14 Years Ranked
Marcia G Madsen Mayer Brown LLP19 Years Ranked- Michael F Mason Hogan Lovells US LLP13 Years Ranked
- Neil O'Donnell Rogers Joseph O'Donnell19 Years Ranked
Paul F Khoury Wiley17 Years Ranked
Richard P Rector DLA Piper LLP (US)19 Years Ranked
Scott M McCaleb Wiley18 Years Ranked
Band 2
- Aaron Silberman Rogers Joseph O'Donnell9 Years Ranked
Angela B Styles Akin16 Years Ranked
Anne B Perry Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP10 Years Ranked
Damien Specht Morrison Foerster9 Years Ranked
J. Alex Ward Morrison Foerster6 Years Ranked
Jason N. Workmaster Miller & Chevalier Chartered4 Years Ranked
John R. Prairie Wiley9 Years Ranked
Jonathan Shaffer Haynes and Boone, LLP9 Years Ranked
Kara Daniels Arnold & Porter9 Years Ranked
Nicole J Owren-Wiest Crowell & Moring LLP13 Years Ranked
Peter Eyre Crowell & Moring LLP10 Years Ranked
Richard J Vacura King & Spalding LLP17 Years Ranked- Robert Metzger Rogers Joseph O'Donnell13 Years Ranked
- Robert Nichols Nichols Liu LLP9 Years Ranked
Sharon L. Larkin The Larkin Law Group LLP9 Years Ranked
Susan B. Cassidy Covington & Burling LLP5 Years Ranked
Band 3
Adelicia R. Cliffe Crowell & Moring LLP5 Years Ranked
Alex Tomaszczuk Pillsbury15 Years Ranked
Amy Laderberg O'Sullivan Crowell & Moring LLP6 Years Ranked
Andrew E Shipley WilmerHale7 Years Ranked- Andy Liu Nichols Liu LLP3 Years Ranked
Aron Beezley Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP5 Years Ranked
Brian Walsh Wiley7 Years Ranked
David B Robbins Jenner & Block LLP2 Years Ranked- David Bodenheimer Nichols Liu LLP10 Years Ranked
- David F Dowd Potomac Law Group14 Years Ranked
David Nadler Blank Rome LLP14 Years Ranked
Frederic M Levy Covington & Burling LLP10 Years Ranked
Holly Roth Polsinelli PC9 Years Ranked
Jeffery M Chiow Greenberg Traurig, LLP7 Years Ranked
Jessica Abrahams Faegre Drinker6 Years Ranked
Jonathan S Aronie Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP10 Years Ranked
Justin Chiarodo Blank Rome LLP7 Years Ranked
Kevin P Connelly Vedder Price6 Years Ranked
Kristen Ittig Arnold & Porter10 Years Ranked
Michael D. McGill Arnold & Porter9 Years Ranked
Michael J. Anstett Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP3 Years Ranked
Paul Hurst Steptoe LLP6 Years Ranked
Peter B Hutt II Covington & Burling LLP6 Years Ranked
Ray Biagini Covington & Burling LLP12 Years Ranked
Robert K. Huffman Covington & Burling LLP12 Years Ranked- Seth Locke Perkins Coie LLP5 Years Ranked
Steven Masiello Dentons US LLP5 Years Ranked
Thomas Lemmer Dentons LLP9 Years Ranked
Tina D. Reynolds Morrison Foerster3 Years Ranked
Todd R. Overman Bass, Berry & Sims PLC3 Years Ranked
Band 4
Alexander Major McCarter & English LLP3 Years Ranked
Amy C. Hoang Seyfarth Shaw LLP5 Years Ranked
Anne Robinson Latham & Watkins LLP3 Years Ranked
Brian Waagner Husch Blackwell LLP3 Years Ranked
David Black Holland & Knight LLP13 Years Ranked- David Fletcher Cooley LLP3 Years Ranked
David R Johnson Vinson & Elkins LLP17 Years Ranked- Dismas Locaria Venable LLP4 Years Ranked
Jamie Tabb Vinson & Elkins LLP7 Years Ranked
Jeffrey A Belkin Alston & Bird LLP12 Years Ranked
Jessica Sharron Alston & Bird LLP5 Years Ranked
Joe Martinez Dentons US LLP3 Years Ranked
John E Jensen Pillsbury11 Years Ranked
Jon Burd Wiley6 Years Ranked
Keith R. Szeliga Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP3 Years Ranked- Kelley P Doran Perkins Coie LLP9 Years Ranked
Kyle Jefcoat Latham & Watkins LLP3 Years Ranked- Lawrence Block Winston & Strawn LLP3 Years Ranked
- Paul A Debolt Venable LLP11 Years Ranked
- Robert Tompkins Holland & Knight LLP6 Years Ranked
- Scott Hommer Venable LLP12 Years Ranked
Steven Cave King & Spalding LLP3 Years Ranked
Tracye Howard Wiley7 Years Ranked- Howard RothSmith, Currie & Hancock LLP
- Jonathan FrankelFrankel PLLC
- Peter DunganMiles & Stockbridge PC
Band 5
Alexander Ginsberg Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP3 Years Ranked
Dawn E Stern DLA Piper LLP (US)1 Years Ranked
Dominique Casimir Blank Rome LLP1 Years Ranked
Franklin Turner McCarter & English, LLP1 Years Ranked- Gary Campbell Perkins Coie LLP1 Years Ranked
Hal Perloff Husch Blackwell LLP3 Years Ranked
John G Horan Faegre Drinker3 Years Ranked- John McCarthy Crowell & Moring LLP6 Years Ranked
Kayleigh Scalzo Covington & Burling LLP3 Years Ranked
Noah Bleicher Jenner & Block LLP1 Years Ranked
Richard Arnholt Bass, Berry & Sims PLC1 Years Ranked
Sam Knowles DLA Piper LLP (US)1 Years Ranked
Stephen Knight Haynes and Boone, LLP7 Years Ranked- Stephen McBrady Crowell & Moring LLP1 Years Ranked
Tara Ward McDermott Will & Emery LLP3 Years Ranked
Todd J Canni BakerHostetler LLP1 Years Ranked
Up and Coming
Alejandro Sarria Miller & Chevalier Chartered1 Years Ranked
Daniel Cook DLA Piper LLP (US)3 Years Ranked
Erica Bakies Seyfarth Shaw LLP4 Years Ranked
Gunjan Talati Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP2 Years Ranked
Kelly Buroker Vedder Price PC1 Years Ranked
Scott A. Freling Covington & Burling LLP1 Years Ranked
Stacy Hadeka Hogan Lovells US LLP3 Years Ranked
All Lawyers profiles
Senior Statespeople
S David A Churchill
Morrison Foerster | Government Contracts2023 | Senior Statespeople | 19 Years RankedDavid Churchill has notable expertise in contentious government contracts matters, regularly handling protests and internal investigations, as well as inquiries by the DOJ and DOD.
S John Pachter
Haynes and Boone, LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Senior Statespeople | 18 Years RankedJohn Pachter has over five decades' experience in the field and he continues to represent clients in bid protests and subcontractor disputes.
S Joseph D West
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Senior Statespeople | 21 Years RankedJoseph West is a highly experienced government contracts attorney who represents clients in high-stakes litigation and investigations, and assists government contractors with pressing regulatory compliance concerns.
S W Jay DeVecchioMorrison Foerster | Government Contracts2023 | Senior Statespeople | 19 Years RankedJay DeVecchio is an outstanding choice for large-scale litigation, with extensive experience handling False Claims Act actions, commercial disputes and defective pricing matters.
Band 1
1 Craig Holman
Arnold & Porter | Head of Government Contracts2023 | Band 1 | 12 Years RankedCraig Holman has broad expertise in investigations, dispute resolution and bid protests. He has extensive experience in front of the US Government Accountability Office.1 Daniel P Graham
McDermott Will & Emery LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 1 | 14 Years RankedDaniel Graham leads the government contracts group at McDermott Will & Emery. He is highly regarded for his strengths in dispute resolution, regularly arguing cases before the Court of Federal Claims. He also advises clients on compliance, contract negotiations and cost accounting.1 Daniel R Forman
Crowell & Moring LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 1 | 12 Years RankedDaniel Forman is recognized for his prowess in bid protests, arguing high-stakes cases before the Court of Federal Claims. He also has significant experience guiding government contractors through internal investigations.1 James J McCullough
Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 1 | 19 Years RankedJames McCullough has built a sterling reputation for his government contracts practice. He is considered an expert in bid protests, notably acting on behalf of clients within the aerospace and defense sector.1 Jason Carey
Covington & Burling LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 1 | 11 Years RankedJason Carey is widely considered one of the country's foremost bid protests lawyers. He also assists clients with commercial litigation and provides complex regulatory guidance.1 Kevin MullenMorrison Foerster | Government Contracts2023 | Band 1 | 14 Years Ranked"He is very practical and can easily explain very complex matters in simple terms. Kevin is good at thinking on his feet and coming up with potential solutions."1 Marcia G Madsen
Mayer Brown LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 1 | 19 Years RankedMarcia Madsen maintains her outstanding reputation as one of the most experienced government contracts attorneys in the field, and is celebrated for her adroit handling of major bid protests.1 Michael F Mason
Hogan Lovells US LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 1 | 13 Years RankedMichael Mason is an acclaimed government contracts attorney who assists clients with litigation and complex regulatory questions. He regularly represents clients in bid protests and investigations.1 Neil O'Donnell
Rogers Joseph O'Donnell | Government Contracts2023 | Band 1 | 19 Years RankedNeil O'Donnell is a deeply seasoned litigator with a wealth of experience handling contract procurement matters and representing clients in bid protests before the GAO and Court of Federal Claims.1 Paul F Khoury
Wiley | Head of Government Contracts2023 | Band 1 | 17 Years RankedPaul Khoury is recognized for his bid protest expertise.He has extensive knowledge of compliance matters as they relate to government procurement, and is highly sought by clients in the aerospace and cybersecurity sectors.Key sectorsGovernment and Public Sector1 Richard P Rector
DLA Piper LLP (US) | Government Contracts2023 | Band 1 | 19 Years RankedRichard Rector has over three decades' experience in government contracts, acting for clients in the full range of disputes, including bid protests and False Claims Act investigations.1 Scott M McCalebWiley | Head of Government Contracts2023 | Band 1 | 18 Years RankedScott McCaleb has an impressive track record representing clients in high-stake bid protests before the GAO. He is also noted for his handling of internal investigations and contract procurement matters.Key sectorsDefence and Space|Government and Public Sector|Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT)
Band 2
2 Aaron SilbermanRogers Joseph O'Donnell | Government Contracts2023 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedAaron Silberman works on behalf of major subcontractors and manufacturers, notably within the transport sector, in terminations, bid protests and contract claims.2 Angela B Styles
Akin | Government Contracts2023 | Band 2 | 16 Years RankedAngela Styles has a diverse government contracts practice, assisting in the full range of disputes, with recent experience advising clients on ethics and compliance issues in connection to their federal contracts.2 Anne B Perry
Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 2 | 10 Years RankedAnne Perry is a distinguished figure in this space and is widely revered for her expert representation of clients in high-stakes bid protests.2 Damien SpechtMorrison Foerster | Government Contracts2023 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedDamien Specht is endorsed by interviewees for his strong transactional expertise. He also assists government contractors with False Claims Act matters and regulatory compliance.2 J. Alex WardMorrison Foerster | Government Contracts2023 | Band 2 | 6 Years RankedAlex Ward has significant experience representing clients in bid protests before the GAO, as well as handling ASBCA appeals and investigations.2 Jason N. Workmaster
Miller & Chevalier Chartered | Head of Government Contracts2023 | Band 2 | 4 Years RankedJason Workmaster wins acclaim for his broad knowledge of federal contract claims and cost disputes, often representing clients in the IT and technology sectors.2 John R. PrairieWiley | Government Contracts2023 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedJohn Prairie brings a wealth of experience to his government contracts practice, offering significant expertise in investigations, compliance matters and bid protests.Key sectorsGovernment and Public Sector2 Jonathan ShafferHaynes and Boone, LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedJonathan Shaffer handles significant bid protests at the Court of Federal Claims and the GAO.2 Kara DanielsArnold & Porter | Government Contracts2023 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedKara Daniels has extensive experience representing contractors in bid protests, particularly those in the aerospace and technology sectors, bringing an impressive track record of success before the US Government Accountability Office. She leads the firm's government contracts & national security practice.2 Nicole J Owren-WiestCrowell & Moring LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 2 | 13 Years Ranked"Her depth of expertise, particularly with respect to cost accounting matters, is truly impressive. She has a terrific ability to get to the heart of a matter with practical advice."2 Peter EyreCrowell & Moring LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 2 | 10 Years Ranked"Peter is extremely customer-focused, a terrific partner and cool under pressure. He distinguishes himself by really understanding his clients' needs and providing practical, tailored advice for the particular situation."2 Richard J Vacura
King & Spalding LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 2 | 17 Years RankedRichard Vacura continues to represent contractors in investigations and defend them against False Claims Act allegations, as well as having notable experience handling compliance in relation to contract procurements.2 Robert MetzgerRogers Joseph O'Donnell | Government Contracts2023 | Band 2 | 13 Years RankedRobert Metzger is routinely called upon by clients for his expertise in cybersecurity matters, assisting clients with high-stakes contract procurements, qui tam litigation and compliance issues.2 Robert Nichols
Nichols Liu LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 2 | 9 Years Ranked"He is smart legally, but his big asset is his astute business mind, enabling him to understand the objectives of his clients. He is a strategic partner who can see the big picture."2 Sharon L. LarkinThe Larkin Law Group LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedSharon Larkin, founding partner of The Larkin Law Group, is an acclaimed bid protests attorney, earning widespread praise from sources across the market. She acts for a myriad of clients in protests before the GAO and Court of Federal Claims.2 Susan B. CassidyCovington & Burling LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 2 | 5 Years RankedSusan Cassidy regularly handles both contentious and non-contentious government contract matters, including investigations and regulatory concerns. She is renowned for her experience in advising on cybersecurity issues.
Band 3
3 Adelicia R. CliffeCrowell & Moring LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedAdelicia Cliffe has a strong reputation for her government contracts practice, with specialist knowledge of Trade Agreements Act compliance and GSA schedule concerns.3 Alex Tomaszczuk
Pillsbury | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 15 Years RankedAlex Tomaszczuk represents clients in high-stakes litigation, including bid protests, and assists with internal investigations.3 Amy Laderberg O'SullivanCrowell & Moring LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedAmy Laderberg O'Sullivan's particular areas of focus include bid protests, which are regularly brought before the GAO and Court of Federal Claims.3 Andrew E Shipley
WilmerHale | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedAndrew Shipley is an experienced government contracts attorney with deep expertise in bid protests. He has a noteworthy client roster which spans across the aerospace, technology and construction sectors.3 Andy LiuNichols Liu LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedAndy Liu's broad practice encompasses a range of issues on behalf of government contractors including investigations, qui tam litigation and bid protests.3 Aron Beezley
Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked"Aron is responsive, direct and incredibly sharp. He has an ability to assess an issue swiftly and comprehensively and convert this into realistic advice."3 Brian WalshWiley | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedBrian Walsh represents an impressive portfolio of clients on a wide range of government contract matters. He offers significant expertise when handling high-stakes bid protests.Key sectorsGovernment and Public Sector3 David B Robbins
Jenner & Block LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 2 Years RankedDavid Robbins is widely recognized for his expertise in government contracts ethics, compliance, white-collar defense, False Claims Act defense, and suspension and debarment defense matters.3 David BodenheimerNichols Liu LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 10 Years RankedDavid Bodenheimer handles a range of cost disputes and bid protests for government contractors, routinely appearing before the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals and the GAO.3 David F DowdPotomac Law Group | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 14 Years RankedDavid Dowd advises on governance issues and litigation, with extensive experience arguing major bid protests before the GAO and Court of Federal Claims.3 David Nadler
Blank Rome LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 14 Years RankedDavid Nadler is recognized for his expertise in a wide range of government contract matters, including bid protests, compliance and False Claims Act investigations.3 Frederic M LevyCovington & Burling LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 10 Years RankedFrederic Levy draws on years of experience handling complex government contract disputes, with notable expertise in suspension and debarment matters.3 Holly Roth
Polsinelli PC | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedHolly Roth of Polsinelli is routinely called upon to represent clients in high-stakes bid protests, suspension and debarment matters, and other claims. She has further experience providing clients with counsel on internal investigations.3 Jeffery M Chiow
Greenberg Traurig, LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 7 Years Ranked"He displays sophisticated expertise and provides excellent client service to support bid protest matters and complex government contract issues."3 Jessica Abrahams
Faegre Drinker | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedJessica Abrahams advises government contractors on the full range of disputes, regulatory compliance matters and procurement issues. She also has significant experience handling bid protests before the GAO.3 Jonathan S AronieSheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP | Head of Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 10 Years RankedJonathan Aronie brings a wealth of experience to his government contracts practice, with expertise extending to False Claims Act investigations, bid protests and contract procurements.3 Justin ChiarodoBlank Rome LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedJustin Chiarodo acts for clients in bid protests and investigations, as well as providing regulatory compliance counsel. He bolsters his practice with significant transactional expertise, advising clients such as government contractors on all matters relating to M&A.3 Kevin P Connelly
Vedder Price | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedKevin Connelly has broad experience in contractual disputes and bid protests and regularly advises on implications for government contractors arising during M&A.3 Kristen IttigArnold & Porter | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 10 Years RankedKristen Ittig has a broad government contracts practice, and is well versed in handling M&A, bid protests and compliance matters.3 Michael D. McGillArnold & Porter | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedMichael McGill has significant experience handling a wide range of commercial disputes on behalf of government contractors, as well as tackling thorny bid protests before the Government Accountability Office, US Court of Federal Claims and other forums.3 Michael J. AnstettFried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedMichael Anstett's practice covers both transactional matters and litigation, with recent work involving significant M&A as well as bid protests before the GAO.3 Paul Hurst
Steptoe LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedPaul Hurst chairs the firm's government contracts practice and provides his clients with seasoned regulatory and legislative advice. He regularly represents contractors in bid protests and investigations.3 Peter B Hutt IICovington & Burling LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedPeter Hutt retains his strong reputation for his expertise in advising on False Claims Act litigation, but he also assists government contractors with an extensive range of other matters, including government investigations and costs issues.3 Ray BiaginiCovington & Burling LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 12 Years RankedRay Biagini is a go-to figure for many major government contractors to defend against high-stakes tort claims.3 Robert K. HuffmanCovington & Burling LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 12 Years RankedRobert Huffman is singled out by interviewees for his expertise in False Claims Act litigation.He also handles investigations and contract procurements for major contractors.3 Seth Locke
Perkins Coie LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked"Enabling a client to understand the strength of their case at various points, while adhering to the rules, is truly a mixture of art and science. Seth is excellent at this."3 Steven Masiello
Dentons US LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedSteven Masiello chairs the firm's government contracts practice and is regularly called upon by clients for guidance in cost accounting matters. He also provides counsel on compliance and due diligence issues.3 Thomas LemmerDentons LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedThomas Lemmer comes recommended for his expertise in cost disputes and is regularly sought out by defense contractors for representation across a range of cost accounting issues.3 Tina D. ReynoldsMorrison Foerster | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedTina Reynolds is commended for her ability to advise clients from the biotechnology and technology sectors on a range of issues, from contract negotiations to internal investigations.3 Todd R. Overman
Bass, Berry & Sims PLC | Government Contracts2023 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedA significant part of Todd Overman's practice lies in handling large transactions, although he also has extensive experience representing clients in bid protests and litigation.
Band 4
4 Alexander Major
McCarter & English LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedAs co-head of the government contracts team, Alexander Major has extensive experience in the space, with strength across a range of areas, including contract disputes and FCA issues. He is well versed in advising clients on cybersecurity compliance issues.4 Amy C. Hoang
Seyfarth Shaw LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedAmy Conant Hoang is renowned in the market for her exceptional ability to represent contractors in bid protests and internal investigations, as well as provide compliance counsel.4 Anne Robinson
Latham & Watkins LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked"Anne has a good strategic sense and is a phenomenal writer. She is very thorough in witness interviews and always asks comprehensive questions. She is superb."4 Brian Waagner
Husch Blackwell LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedBrian Waagner is held in high regard for his ability to handle complex disputes such as bid protests, as well as provide counsel on compliance and contract administration.4 David Black
Holland & Knight LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 13 Years RankedDavid Black has a strong track record of successfully representing clients in significant bid protests before the GAO. He also handles prime-subcontractor disputes and advises on contract procurements.4 David Fletcher
Cooley LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedDavid Fletcher is a partner in Cooley's government contracts group. He is called upon by contractors from the IT, engineering and technology sectors to advise on a host of issues, including compliance, M&A and bid protests.4 David R Johnson
Vinson & Elkins LLP | Head of Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 17 Years RankedDavid Johnson has noteworthy prowess in bid protests, and regularly represents clients before the GAO and Court of Federal Claims.4 Dismas Locaria
Venable LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedDismas Locaria has a wide-ranging government contracts practice, representing clients in procurement, False Claims Act litigation and disclosure matters. He is recognized by sources for his suspension and debarment expertise.4 Jamie TabbVinson & Elkins LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 7 Years RankedJamie Tabb demonstrates his ability to handle a host of issues, from litigating bid protests to advising clients on regulatory compliance.4 Jeffrey A Belkin
Alston & Bird LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 12 Years RankedJeffrey Belkin is best known for his representation of clients in the healthcare space in contentious and non-contentious government contracts matters. His practice includes acting in bid protests and advising on M&A.4 Jessica SharronAlston & Bird LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedJessica Sharron has developed a strong government contracts practice, with notable experience of advising clients in the healthcare sector on bid protests and investigations.4 Joe MartinezDentons US LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedJoe Martinez is commended for his ability to advise clients on cost accounting issues and performance disputes.4 John E JensenPillsbury | Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 11 Years Ranked"John has a wealth of knowledge that comes from many years of experience. He is thorough, responsive and super effective. He is a great advocate."4 Jon BurdWiley | Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 6 Years RankedJon Burd has a noteworthy government contracts practice, with particular areas of focus including ASBCA appeals, terminations and transactional due diligence matters.Key sectorsGovernment and Public Sector4 Keith R. SzeligaSheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedKeith Szeliga is adept at representing clients in bid protest litigation before the GAO, as well as advising contractors on compliance and disputes.4 Kelley P DoranPerkins Coie LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 9 Years RankedKelley Doran has a broad government contract practice, offering expertise in bid protests, contractual claims and regulatory compliance.4 Kyle JefcoatLatham & Watkins LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedKyle Jefcoat receives high praise for his broad government contracts practice, which includes strengths in bid protests and issues related to the False Claims Act.4 Lawrence Block
Winston & Strawn LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedLawrence Block's diverse practice sees him handling significant bid protests before the GAO and Court of Federal Claims, as well as internal investigations.4 Paul A DeboltVenable LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 11 Years RankedPaul Debolt advises clients on a broad range of government contracts matters. His particular areas of focus include conducting due diligence in relation to mergers and acquisitions of contractors, and representing clients in a variety of disputes, including bid protests.4 Robert TompkinsHolland & Knight LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 6 Years RankedRobert Tompkins is a seasoned government contracts attorney with in-depth knowledge of procurement law, and is known for representing clients in high-stakes bid protests before the Court of Federal Claims.4 Scott HommerVenable LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 12 Years RankedScott Hommer is an experienced government contracts attorney who represents contractors in a range of disputes and transactional matters.4 Steven CaveKing & Spalding LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedSteven Cave focuses his practice on providing transactional assistance and compliance advice, with notable experience of advising clients in the IT, consulting and pharmaceutical sectors.4 Tracye HowardWiley | Government Contracts2023 | Band 4 | 7 Years RankedTracye Howard is recognized for her representation of contractors and subcontractors in bid protests before the GAO. She also offers counsel related to small business matters and provides compliance advice.
Band 5
5 Alexander GinsbergFried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedAlex Ginsberg routinely demonstrates his ability to represent government contractors before the GAO.5 Dawn E SternDLA Piper LLP (US) | Government Contracts2023 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedDawn Stern is noted for her proficiency in advising government contractors on complex issues of compliance relating to cybersecurity obligation. Additionally, she is well versed in handling contentious government contracting matters, including bid protests and contract disputes.5 Dominique CasimirBlank Rome LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedDominique Casimir is well regarded for her work in the government contracts litigation space. She acts on behalf of contractors in a number of industries including healthcare, defense and professional services.5 Franklin TurnerMcCarter & English, LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedFranklin Turner co-leads the firm's government contracts and global trade practice group. His wide-ranging practice sees him routinely dealing with government contracting matters including bid protests, M&A transactions, internal investigations and costs disputes. He has experience handling issues related to the US Small Business Administration.5 Gary CampbellPerkins Coie LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedGary Campbell has significant experience advising government contractors on federal, state and local procurement matters. He has deep industry knowledge in the aerospace and defence industry on a range of matters from compliance issues to M&A transactions.5 Hal PerloffHusch Blackwell LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedHal Perloff is well regarded for the work he carries out on behalf of government contractors. He is skilled in handling bid protests as well as wrongful termination claims and general compliance matters.5 John G HoranFaegre Drinker | Government Contracts2023 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedJohn Horan has a broad government contracts practice. He is experienced in matters involving bid protests, internal investigations and contract claims.5 John McCarthyCrowell & Moring LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 5 | 6 Years RankedJohn McCarthy is sought out by clients to defend major contract awards. He has notable experience handling protests before the Government Accountability Office and Court of Federal Claims.5 Kayleigh ScalzoCovington & Burling LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedKayleigh Scalzo has a burgeoning practice in the government contracts arena, with a strong reputation in handling complex bid protests before the GAO.5 Noah BleicherJenner & Block LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedNoah Bleicher focuses his practice on matters relating to procurement, particularly in handling bid protests, stemming from the insight gained from his service at the GAO. He frequently represents clients drawn from a range of industries in high-stakes protest litigation.5 Richard ArnholtBass, Berry & Sims PLC | Government Contracts2023 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedRichard Arnholt is frequently retained by government contractors in bid protests and claims litigation. He demonstrates further capability in handling FCA matters.5 Sam KnowlesDLA Piper LLP (US) | Government Contracts2023 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedSam Knowles displays strong capability handling M&A transactions involving government contractors. He is called upon to represent clients in bid protests and to provide counsel on complex compliance issues.5 Stephen KnightHaynes and Boone, LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 5 | 7 Years RankedStephen Knight is a renowned government contracts lawyer who is well placed to advise clients on the full range of cost disputes. He is regularly sought out by contractors and subcontractors for his expertise in cost accounting, reimbursement and audit investigations.5 Stephen McBradyCrowell & Moring LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedStephen McBrady is recognized for his significant expertise litigating claims involving the US Government. He routinely handles high-value claims before the CFC and the ASBCA.5 Tara WardMcDermott Will & Emery LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedTara Ward has extensive experience of assisting clients with claims under the Contract Disputes Act and disputes before the GAO and COFC.5 Todd J Canni
BakerHostetler LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedTodd Canni co-leads the firm's government contracts practice. He has stand-out experience representing government contractors before the US Department of Defence Suspension Debarment office. He displays prowess in handling complex FCA qui tam cases.
Up and Coming
U Alejandro SarriaMiller & Chevalier Chartered | Government Contracts2023 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedAlejandro Sarria has an impressive track record acting on behalf of significant government contracting clients. He is regularly called upon to litigate a variety of contracting claims such as contract disputes, bid protests and civil litigation arising from government operations.U Daniel CookDLA Piper LLP (US) | Government Contracts2023 | Up and Coming | 3 Years RankedDaniel Cook assists government contractors on a broad array of matters including bid protests and cost disputes. He boasts notable experience advising medical device manufacturers.U Erica BakiesSeyfarth Shaw LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Up and Coming | 4 Years RankedErica Bakies has a growing government contracts practice, with particular prowess in bid protests. She also offers compliance counsel to major contractors and is adept at handling internal investigations.U Gunjan Talati
Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedGunjan Talati enjoys a burgeoning profile for his government contracts expertise, where he acts for clients in the defense, healthcare and technology sectors on compliance and disputes.U Kelly BurokerVedder Price PC | Government Contracts2023 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedKelly Buroker is a member of the firm's government contracts practice group. She is commended for her handling of a range of work in this area including bid protests before the GAO and the CFC.U Scott A. FrelingCovington & Burling LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedScott Freling has emerged as an impressive practitioner in handling transactional matters for government contractors. He frequently advises on the complex regulatory compliance matters in M&A transactions which involve contractors.U Stacy HadekaHogan Lovells US LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Up and Coming | 3 Years RankedStacy Hadeka is developing a strong practice with a particular focus on clients in the aerospace and defense sector. She is adept at assisting on bid protests and False Claims Act investigations.
Associates to watch
Caitlin ConroySteptoe LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Associates to watch | 1 Years RankedCaitlin Conroy is an associate in the firm's government contracts group. She routinely represents clients in industries such as aerospace and defense, technology and healthcare.- Sarah BurgartCrowell & Moring LLP | Government Contracts2023 | Associates to watch | 1 Years RankedSarah Burgart's burgeoning practice in this area sees her regularly advise contractor clients on bid protests claims.