About
Provided by Blank Rome LLP
Market-leading government contracts practice based in Washington, D.C. One of the few national government contracts practices with the experience and bench strength to handle the most complex matters for the biggest clients -- including government contractor M&A (we're one of a handful of firms with this integrated experience).
Known for bet-the-company dispute resolution and litigation, compliance and enforcement, False Claims Act cases, major deals, counseling on billion-dollar defense programs, and bid protests.
Client Service Principles:
Our decades-long record of achievement for our clients is built upon an unwavering commitment to our client service principles: fostering strong client relationships; excellence; engagement and collaboration; and investing in diverse teams.
How We Stand Out:
Represent contractors in all industries, but have deep experience in the defense, aerospace, healthcare, maritime, technology, and professional services sectors.
Focus exclusively on government contracts matters, guiding sophisticated clients as they navigate their most complex matters. We're supported by the resources and complementary practices of a large, national law firm – including corporate/M&A, IP, white collar, government investigations, litigation, and many others.
Achieved success for clients on high-profile, large-dollar, precedent-setting cases before key legal venues such as the U.S. Government Accountability Office and the U.S. Court of Federal Claims.
Chambers Review
Blank Rome has an experienced group offering expertise in government contracts dispute resolution. Capabilities include bid protests, regulatory investigations and costs disputes, as well as False Claims Act cases. Also offers transactional and acquisition advice to clients doing business with government entities. Serves a broad range of government contractors in the professional services, healthcare, technology and defense sectors.
Work Highlights
- Blank Rome represented government contractor Darkblade Systems in its sale to Intrepid Solutions and Services.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Blank Rome has a strong capability in handling complex and sophisticated matters. The firm is responsive and has talent several layers deep."
"They have a good mix of associates and partners with expertise in a wide variety of areas. The firm is a one-stop shop for government contractors' legal needs."
"The attorneys have good business judgment and craft advice around their clients' business objectives."
"Blank Rome has a strong capability in handling complex and sophisticated matters. The firm is responsive and has talent several layers deep."
"They have a good mix of associates and partners with expertise in a wide variety of areas. The firm is a one-stop shop for government contractors' legal needs."
"The attorneys have good business judgment and craft advice around their clients' business objectives."
Notable Practitioners
Justin 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.
"He is a real asset to his firm. He is a subject matter expert who has a strong practice."
"Justin is a good leader who lets his team shine."
"He is a really strong lawyer."
David Nadler is recognized for his expertise in a wide range of government contract matters, including bid protests, compliance and False Claims Act investigations.
"David is excellent."
"He is an outstanding lawyer."
Dominique 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.
"She is a fantastic, jack of all trades government contracts lawyer. She has excellent legal acumen."
"She has a strong reputation in investigations work."
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