
Government Contracts: The Elite
USA Guide 2026 : USA - Nationwide
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About
Provided by Hogan Lovells
Conducting business with the U.S. government involves a host of specialized challenges. A complex set of unique rules and contractual requirements. Substantial scrutiny by government auditors and investigators. Intellectual property rights that differ from the commercial norm. Myriad strict compliance requirements. The list goes on. To help you with these issues and more, our team of recognized leaders in government contracts and grants law taps into the broad resources of our global firm to offer effective solutions. We work closely with government regulators so we understand how they interpret rules and regulations and apply them to contractors. And our combination of substantive legal knowledge and practical experience allows us to mitigate risk and resolve disputes and allegations favorably.
Our government contracts practice is one of the world’s largest, both in terms of size and in the sheer breadth of our experience.We represent defense and aerospace contractors; information technology and telecommunication providers; pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies and suppliers of health-related goods and services; energy and environmental contractors; and universities, academic medical centers, and research organizations. Whether you are an industry leader or a small or emerging organization, we're ready to help with all of your government contract and grant needs.
Industries (8)
- Aerospace, Defense, and Government Services
- Automotive
- Diversified Industrials
- Education
- Energy and Natural Resources
- Financial Institutions
- Life Sciences and Health Care
- Technology, Media, and Telecommunications
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Work Highlights
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Hogan Lovells represented KBR Wyle Services in its U.S. Government Accountability Office bid protest that challenged the NASA's award of a follow-on contract for critical maintenance, operations and engineering support to Jacobs Technology.
Strengths
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They are extremely responsive and provide a great level of service.
Government Contracts: The Elite respondentUSAHogan Lovells has a pulse on what's going on in DC amongst legislators and within the agencies, which is particularly helpful for government contracts matters.
Government Contracts: The Elite respondentUSAIn addition to understanding our business, the team takes the time to understand our matters and to create solutions. I absolutely trust their insights and advice.
Government Contracts: The Elite respondentUSAWhat sets Hogan Lovells apart is that their advice is always solid and practical. Even when we’re dealing with really complex or sensitive issues, they give clear guidance that we can actually use.
Government Contracts: The Elite respondentUSAHogan Lovells has worked very hard to understand our business and they stay up to date on what is going on in our markets.
Government Contracts: The Elite respondentUSA
Notable Practitioners
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Band 1 
Band 1 
Michael F Mason
Michael 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. I trust that he will give us the advice that we need, when we need it.
Government Contracts: The Elite respondentUSAThere is no one more knowledgeable, dedicated or responsive in this industry. He is invaluable to our organization.
Government Contracts: The Elite respondentUSAMichael is a truly exceptional professional who has distinguished himself from his peers at other firms through his unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality results, his unparalleled expertise and his unrelenting dedication to his clients.
Government Contracts: The Elite respondentUSA
Band 2 
Band 2 
Stacy Hadeka
Stacy Hadeka has 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.
Stacy always responds to my questions quickly and fashions her advice in a way that is most helpful for what we need.
Government Contracts: The Elite respondentUSAHer knowledge of our business, risk positions and specific needs is impressive.
Government Contracts: The Elite respondentUSAShe is extremely knowledgeable and has great instincts.
Government Contracts: The Elite respondentUSAStacy has an in-depth understanding of the FAR and DFAR. She is always approachable and readily available to answer questions or engage in conversation.
Government Contracts: The Elite respondentUSA
Band 5 
Band 5 
William F Ferreira
William Ferreira is the head of the firms global government contracts practice. He has experience representing and advising a range of clients with issues regarding government contracts.
His depth of knowledge on the legal issues and their practical application to our transactions is brilliant.
Government Contracts: The Elite respondentUSABill has been a great partner on sophisticated legal issues that are nuanced. He is communicative and easy to get in touch with.
Government Contracts: The Elite respondentUSAHe does a great job if understanding clients' needs and the way we operate. He always makes himself available. Whenever I need quick action, he is always ready to help.
Government Contracts: The Elite respondentUSA
Ranked Individuals at Hogan Lovells (5)
Members
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Allison Pugsley

William Ferreira
Head of Department

Joy Sturm

Michael J. Scheimer

Michael F Mason
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Stacy Hadeka
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William F Ferreira
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