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Scott M McCaleb

Scott M McCaleb

USA 2026

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

Government Contracts

USA - Nationwide

21 years ranked

Government Contracts: Bid Protests

USA - Nationwide

11 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Scott represents clients on all aspects of procurement matters across all industries. He has repeatedly been named one of America’s Leading Lawyers in Government Contracts by Chambers USA, Super Lawyers, Acritas, Who’s Who, Legal 500, Lawdragon, and Washingtonian. He was named Law360 MVP in Government Contracts in 2015, 2016, 2019, 2023 and 2024, and Washingtonian named him to its Lawyers’ Hall of Fame in 2022. Learn more at https://www.wiley.law/people-ScottMcCaleb.

Career

Adjunct Professor for Government Contracts, George Mason University School of Law (1996-2002) and The George Washington University School of Law (2003-2005)

Instructor, U.S. Army Judge Advocate General's School (1995-2000)

Captain, U.S. Army Judge Advocate General Corps, Assistant Counsel for Procurement and Information Technology (1992-1995)

Professional Memberships

Advisory Council, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, Co-Chair (2004-2010) and Member (2000-2020)

Advisory Council, U.S. Court of Federal Claims (2002-Present)

Federal Circuit Bar Association, President (2009), Board of Governors (2002-2010) and Member (1998-Present)

Court of Federal Claims Bar Association, Board of Governors (2005-2008)

American Bar Association, Section of Public Contract Law (1997-Present)

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Government Contracts - USA - Nationwide

Band 1
Individual Editorial
Scott McCaleb has an impressive track record representing clients in high-stakes bid protests before the GAO. He is also noted for his handling of internal investigations and contract procurement matters.
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Government Contracts: Bid Protests - USA - Nationwide

Band 1
Individual Editorial
Scott McCaleb has an impressive track record representing clients in high-stakes bid protests before the GAO. He is also noted for his handling of internal investigations and contract procurement matters.
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Strengths

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  • He is an esteemed expert and well regarded.

    Government ContractsChambers Guide to the USA

  • He does a terrific job in managing a large quantity of matters, while also giving personal attention to everyone.

    Government ContractsChambers Guide to the USA

  • Scott is incredibly responsive and handles sophisticated matters for us.

    Government ContractsChambers Guide to the USA

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