Government Contracts: The Elite
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 4
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Provided by Vinson & Elkins LLP
Vinson & Elkins' government contracts group has deep experience and knowledge on how government procurement works in Washington and in state capitals across the country, and we have served as government contracts counsel on multiple M&A transactions, conducting due diligence reviews and advising on the unique issues involved in transactions involving companies with U.S. government contracts and subcontracts.
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Chambers Review
Vinson & Elkins LLP has an active government contracts firm, fielding deep experience in the bid protests arena. The firm shows additional expertise in procurement fraud matters and cross-border investigations. It acts for a variety of foreign and domestic clients, notably those in the healthcare, aerospace, defense, technology and logistics sectors. The team also advises on costs accounting disputes and audits, as well as a range of transactional matters.
Work Highlights
- Vinson & Elkins LLP successfully represented BAE Systems in a $2 billion bid protest at the GAO challenging an award of a Missile Defense Agency contract.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The government contracting practice at Vinson and Elkins is very knowledgeable and handles complex issues."
"The firm always takes the commercial stance of the parties in mind when providing advice."
"The team at Vinson & Elkins is very adept in the government contracts practice area."
"The government contracting practice at Vinson and Elkins is very knowledgeable and handles complex issues."
"The firm always takes the commercial stance of the parties in mind when providing advice."
"The team at Vinson & Elkins is very adept in the government contracts practice area."
Notable Practitioners
David Johnson has noteworthy prowess in bid protests, and regularly represents clients before the GAO and Court of Federal Claims.
"David does a phenomenal job of keeping us apprised and developing novel legal theories."
"He has a wealth of experience in the government contracting arena."
"David is adept at providing sophisticated advice that keeps the commercial stances in mind."
Jamie Tabb impresses with his ability to handle a host of issues, from litigating bid protests to advising clients on regulatory compliance.
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