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Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP

Government Contracts

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Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP

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What the Team is Known For

Gibson Dunn & Crutcher has a sophisticated government contracts group. The firm is frequently retained for high-value cost accounting matters, with extensive experience before the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals. It is well known for its expertise in civil and criminal False Claims Act matters, including suspension and debarment proceedings. The team has additional capability advising on transactional matters involving government contractors.

Work Highlights

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  • Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher represented the US Conference of Catholic Bishops in connection with the challenge of the government's suspension of statutorily mandated funding for initial-resettlement services.

Strengths

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  • They are always available and quick to provide thoughtful, actionable advice. They anticipate our needs and often offer solutions before we even ask.

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  • They are great subject matter experts and are practical and efficient.

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  • Their advice is actionable and they have such a great business lens.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleJoseph D West
    Senior StatespeopleJoseph D West

    Joseph D West

    Joseph 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.
    • Joe has decades of experience, is really knowledgeable about government players and very practical in helping us deal with those interactions.

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    • He gives practical advice and provides clear-eyed views on otherwise muddy provisions.

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    • He provides outstanding support.

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  • Band 5Lindsay Paulin
    Band 5Lindsay Paulin

    Lindsay Paulin

    Lindsay Paulin serves as co-chair of the firm's government contracts practice. She routinely handles litigation and M&A matters for contractors.

    • Lindsay combines exceptional subject matter expertise with a well-appreciated practical lens. She is a problem-solver and works at her craft.

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    • Lindsay is analytical, creative and a very gifted problem-solver. She is willing to push novel arguments and take risks.

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    • She is practical, smart and gets me a fast answer if I need one.

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    • She is fantastic and a delight to work with.

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