Ranking tables
Government Contracts | USA
USA - Nationwide
Rankings overview for Lawyers
Senior Statespeople
Band 1
Angela B Styles Akin17 Years Ranked
Anne B Perry Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP11 Years Ranked
Craig Holman Arnold & Porter13 Years Ranked
Daniel P Graham McDermott Will & Emery LLP15 Years Ranked
Daniel R Forman Crowell & Moring LLP13 Years Ranked
James J McCullough Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP20 Years Ranked
Jason Carey Covington & Burling LLP12 Years Ranked
Kevin Mullen Morrison Foerster15 Years Ranked
Michael F Mason Hogan Lovells US LLP14 Years Ranked- Neil O'Donnell Rogers Joseph O'Donnell20 Years Ranked
Paul F Khoury Wiley18 Years Ranked
Richard P Rector DLA Piper LLP (US)20 Years Ranked
Scott M McCaleb Wiley19 Years Ranked
Band 2
- Aaron Silberman Rogers Joseph O'Donnell10 Years Ranked
Amy Laderberg O'Sullivan Crowell & Moring LLP7 Years Ranked
Damien Specht Morrison Foerster10 Years Ranked
J. Alex Ward Morrison Foerster7 Years Ranked
Jason N. Workmaster Miller & Chevalier Chartered5 Years Ranked
Jessica Abrahams Faegre Drinker7 Years Ranked
John R. Prairie Wiley10 Years Ranked
Jonathan S Aronie Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP11 Years Ranked
Jonathan Shaffer Haynes and Boone, LLP10 Years Ranked
Kara Daniels Arnold & Porter10 Years Ranked
Kristen Ittig Arnold & Porter11 Years Ranked
Nicole J Owren-Wiest Crowell & Moring LLP14 Years Ranked
Peter Eyre Crowell & Moring LLP11 Years Ranked
Richard J Vacura King & Spalding LLP18 Years Ranked- Robert Metzger Rogers Joseph O'Donnell14 Years Ranked
Robert Nichols Nichols Liu LLP10 Years Ranked
Susan B. Cassidy Covington & Burling LLP6 Years Ranked- Sharon L. LarkinThe Larkin Law Group LLP
Band 3
Adelicia R. Cliffe Crowell & Moring LLP6 Years Ranked
Amy C. Hoang Seyfarth Shaw LLP6 Years Ranked
Andrew E Shipley WilmerHale8 Years Ranked
Andy Liu Nichols Liu LLP4 Years Ranked
Aron Beezley Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP6 Years Ranked
Brian Walsh Wiley8 Years Ranked
David B Robbins Jenner & Block LLP3 Years Ranked
David Black Holland & Knight LLP14 Years Ranked- David F Dowd Holland & Knight LLP15 Years Ranked
Dismas Locaria Venable LLP5 Years Ranked
Frederic M Levy Covington & Burling LLP11 Years Ranked
Jamie Tabb Vinson & Elkins LLP8 Years Ranked
Jeffery M Chiow Greenberg Traurig, LLP8 Years Ranked
John E Jensen Pillsbury12 Years Ranked
Jon Burd Wiley7 Years Ranked
Justin Chiarodo Blank Rome LLP8 Years Ranked
Keith R. Szeliga Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP4 Years Ranked
Kevin P Connelly Vedder Price7 Years Ranked
Michael D. McGill Arnold & Porter10 Years Ranked
Michael J. Anstett Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP4 Years Ranked
Paul Hurst Steptoe LLP7 Years Ranked
Peter B Hutt II Covington & Burling LLP7 Years Ranked
Ray Biagini Covington & Burling LLP13 Years Ranked
Robert K. Huffman Covington & Burling LLP13 Years Ranked
Seth Locke Perkins Coie LLP6 Years Ranked
Steven Masiello Dentons US LLP6 Years Ranked
Thomas Lemmer Dentons LLP10 Years Ranked
Tina D. Reynolds Morrison Foerster4 Years Ranked
Todd R. Overman Bass, Berry & Sims PLC4 Years Ranked- Jonathan FrankelFrankel PLLC
Band 4
Alexander Major McCarter & English LLP4 Years Ranked
Anne Robinson Latham & Watkins LLP4 Years Ranked
Brian Waagner Husch Blackwell LLP4 Years Ranked
David Bodenheimer Nichols Liu LLP11 Years Ranked- David Fletcher Cooley LLP4 Years Ranked
David Nadler Blank Rome LLP15 Years Ranked
David R Johnson Vinson & Elkins LLP18 Years Ranked
Holly Roth Holland & Knight LLP10 Years Ranked- Howard Roth Smith Currie Oles LLP4 Years Ranked
Jeffrey A Belkin Alston & Bird LLP13 Years Ranked
Jessica Sharron Alston & Bird LLP6 Years Ranked
Joe Martinez Dentons US LLP4 Years Ranked
Kayleigh Scalzo Covington & Burling LLP4 Years Ranked
Kelley P Doran Perkins Coie LLP10 Years Ranked
Kyle Jefcoat Latham & Watkins LLP4 Years Ranked
Lawrence Block Winston & Strawn LLP4 Years Ranked- Michael Schaengold Greenberg Traurig, LLP1 Years Ranked
Noah Bleicher Jenner & Block LLP2 Years Ranked
Paul A Debolt Venable LLP12 Years Ranked
Peter Dungan Miles & Stockbridge PC3 Years Ranked
Scott Hommer Venable LLP13 Years Ranked
Steven Cave King & Spalding LLP4 Years Ranked
Tara Ward McDermott Will & Emery LLP4 Years Ranked
Todd J Canni BakerHostetler LLP2 Years Ranked
Tracye Howard Wiley8 Years Ranked
Band 5
Adam Lasky Seyfarth Shaw LLP1 Years Ranked
Alexander Ginsberg Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP4 Years Ranked
Daniel Cook DLA Piper LLP (US)4 Years Ranked
Dawn E Stern DLA Piper LLP (US)2 Years Ranked
Dominique Casimir Blank Rome LLP2 Years Ranked
Elizabeth Jochum Blank Rome LLP1 Years Ranked
Erica Bakies Seyfarth Shaw LLP5 Years Ranked
Franklin Turner McCarter & English, LLP2 Years Ranked
Gunjan Talati Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP3 Years Ranked
Hal Perloff Husch Blackwell LLP4 Years Ranked- Jennifer Zucker Greenberg Traurig, LLP1 Years Ranked
John G Horan Faegre Drinker4 Years Ranked
John McCarthy Crowell & Moring LLP7 Years Ranked
Kelly Buroker Vedder Price PC2 Years Ranked
Richard Arnholt Bass, Berry & Sims PLC2 Years Ranked- Robert Tompkins Holland & Knight LLP7 Years Ranked
Sam Knowles DLA Piper LLP (US)2 Years Ranked
Stephen Knight Haynes and Boone, LLP8 Years Ranked
Stephen McBrady Crowell & Moring LLP2 Years Ranked
Up and Coming
Alejandro Sarria Miller & Chevalier Chartered2 Years Ranked
Amanda Sherwood Arnold & Porter1 Years Ranked
Locke Bell Morrison Foerster1 Years Ranked
Scott A. Freling Covington & Burling LLP2 Years Ranked
Sonia Tabriz Arnold & Porter1 Years Ranked
Stacy Hadeka Hogan Lovells US LLP4 Years Ranked
Townsend Bourne Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP1 Years Ranked
All Lawyers profiles
Senior Statespeople
S David A Churchill
Morrison Foerster | Government Contracts2024 | Senior Statespeople | 20 Years RankedDavid Churchill has notable expertise in contentious government contracts matters, regularly handling protests and internal investigations, as well as inquiries by the DOJ and DOD.
S John Pachter
Haynes and Boone, LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Senior Statespeople | 19 Years RankedJohn Pachter has over five decades of experience in the field and he continues to represent clients in bid protests and subcontractor disputes.
S Joseph D West
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Senior Statespeople | 22 Years RankedJoseph 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.
S W Jay DeVecchioMorrison Foerster | Government Contracts2024 | Senior Statespeople | 20 Years RankedJay DeVecchio is an outstanding choice for large scale litigation, with extensive experience handling False Claims Act actions, commercial disputes and defective pricing matters.
Band 1
1 Angela B Styles
Akin | Government Contracts2024 | Band 1 | 17 Years RankedAngela Styles has a diverse government contracts practice, assisting in the full range of disputes, with recent experience advising clients on ethics and compliance issues in connection to their federal contracts.1 Anne B Perry
Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 1 | 11 Years RankedAnne Perry is a distinguished figure in this space and is widely revered for her expert representation of clients in high-stakes bid protests.1 Craig Holman
Arnold & Porter | Government Contracts2024 | Band 1 | 13 Years RankedCraig Holman has broad expertise in investigations, dispute resolution and bid protests. He has extensive experience in front of the US Government Accountability Office.1 Daniel P Graham
McDermott Will & Emery LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 1 | 15 Years RankedDaniel Graham leads the government contracts group at McDermott Will & Emery LLP. He is highly regarded for his strengths in dispute resolution, regularly arguing cases before the Court of Federal Claims and GAO. He also advises clients on compliance, contract negotiations and cost accounting.1 Daniel R Forman
Crowell & Moring LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 1 | 13 Years RankedDaniel Forman is recognized for his prowess in bid protests, arguing high-stakes cases before the Court of Federal Claims. He also has significant experience guiding government contractors through internal investigations.1 James J McCullough
Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 1 | 20 Years RankedJames McCullough has built a sterling reputation for his government contracts practice. He is considered an expert in bid protests, notably acting on behalf of clients within the aerospace and defense sector.1 Jason Carey
Covington & Burling LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 1 | 12 Years RankedJason Carey is widely considered one of the country's foremost bid protests lawyers. He also assists clients with commercial litigation and provides complex regulatory guidance.1 Kevin MullenMorrison Foerster | Government Contracts2024 | Band 1 | 15 Years RankedKevin Mullen represents a myriad of major clients who call upon his extensive experience arguing cases before the GAO and Court of Federal Claims.1 Michael F Mason
Hogan Lovells US LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 1 | 14 Years RankedMichael 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.1 Neil O'Donnell
Rogers Joseph O'Donnell | Government Contracts2024 | Band 1 | 20 Years RankedNeil O'Donnell is a deeply seasoned litigator with a wealth of experience handling contract procurement matters and representing clients in bid protests before the GAO and Court of Federal Claims.1 Paul F Khoury
Wiley | Head of Government Contracts2024 | Band 1 | 18 Years RankedPaul Khoury is recognized for his bid protest expertise.He has extensive knowledge of compliance matters as they relate to government procurement, and is highly sought by clients in the aerospace sector.1 Richard P Rector
DLA Piper LLP (US) | Government Contracts2024 | Band 1 | 20 Years RankedRichard Rector has over three decades' experience in government contracts, acting for clients in the full range of disputes, including bid protests and False Claims Act investigations.1 Scott M McCalebWiley | Head of Government Contracts2024 | Band 1 | 19 Years RankedScott 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.
Band 2
2 Aaron SilbermanRogers Joseph O'Donnell | Government Contracts2024 | Band 2 | 10 Years RankedAaron Silberman works on behalf of major subcontractors and manufacturers, notably within the transport sector, in terminations, bid protests and contract claims.2 Amy Laderberg O'SullivanCrowell & Moring LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 2 | 7 Years RankedAmy Laderberg O'Sullivan's particular areas of focus include bid protests, which are regularly brought before the GAO and Court of Federal Claims.2 Damien SpechtMorrison Foerster | Government Contracts2024 | Band 2 | 10 Years RankedDamien Specht is endorsed by interviewees for his strong transactional expertise. He also assists government contractors with regulatory compliance.2 J. Alex WardMorrison Foerster | Government Contracts2024 | Band 2 | 7 Years RankedAlex Ward has significant experience representing clients in bid protests before the GAO, as well as handling ASBCA appeals and investigations.2 Jason N. Workmaster
Miller & Chevalier Chartered | Head of Government Contracts2024 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked"Jason is an extremely effective advisor. He is knowledgeable in government contracting matters and understands the industry, our markets and the competitive landscape."2 Jessica Abrahams
Faegre Drinker | Government Contracts2024 | Band 2 | 7 Years RankedJessica Abrahams advises government contractors on the full range of disputes, regulatory compliance matters and procurement issues. She also has significant experience handling bid protests before the GAO.2 John R. PrairieWiley | Government Contracts2024 | Band 2 | 10 Years RankedJohn Prairie brings a wealth of experience to his government contracts practice, offering significant expertise in False Claims Act, compliance matters and bid protests.2 Jonathan S AronieSheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP | Head of Government Contracts2024 | Band 2 | 11 Years RankedJonathan Aronie brings a wealth of experience to his government contracts practice, with expertise extending to False Claims Act investigations, bid protests and contract procurements.2 Jonathan ShafferHaynes and Boone, LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 2 | 10 Years RankedJonathan Shaffer handles significant bid protests at the Court of Federal Claims and the GAO.2 Kara DanielsArnold & Porter | Head of Government Contracts2024 | Band 2 | 10 Years RankedKara Daniels has extensive experience representing contractors in bid protests, particularly those in the aerospace and technology sectors, bringing an impressive track record of success before the US Government Accountability Office. She leads the firm's government contracts and national security practice.2 Kristen IttigArnold & Porter | Government Contracts2024 | Band 2 | 11 Years RankedKristen Ittig has a broad government contracts practice, and is well versed in handling M&A, bid protests and compliance matters.2 Nicole J Owren-WiestCrowell & Moring LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 2 | 14 Years RankedNicole Owren-Wiest assists clients on a range of government contract matters, including bid protests, cost accounting and compliance.2 Peter EyreCrowell & Moring LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 2 | 11 Years RankedPeter Eyre has a notable transactional practice, advising clients on complex due diligence, bid protests before the Government Accountability Office and contract negotiations.2 Richard J Vacura
King & Spalding LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 2 | 18 Years RankedRichard Vacura continues to represent contractors in investigations and defend them against False Claims Act allegations, as well as having notable experience handling compliance in relation to contract procurements.2 Robert MetzgerRogers Joseph O'Donnell | Government Contracts2024 | Band 2 | 14 Years RankedRobert Metzger is routinely called upon by clients for his expertise in cybersecurity matters, assisting clients with high-stakes contract procurements, qui tam litigation and compliance issues.2 Robert Nichols
Nichols Liu LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 2 | 10 Years RankedRobert Nichols has a notable government contracts practice with extensive experience handling False Claims Act investigations and arguing significant bid protests before the GAO.2 Susan B. CassidyCovington & Burling LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 2 | 6 Years RankedSusan Cassidy regularly handles both contentious and noncontentious government contract matters, including investigations and regulatory concerns. She is renowned for her experience in advising on cybersecurity issues.
Band 3
3 Adelicia R. CliffeCrowell & Moring LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedAdelicia Cliffe has a strong reputation for her government contracts practice, with specialist knowledge of Trade Agreements Act compliance and GSA schedule concerns.3 Amy C. Hoang
Seyfarth Shaw LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedCochairing the firm's government contracts practice, Amy Conant Hoang is renowned in the market for her exceptional ability to represent contractors in bid protests and internal investigations, as well as provide compliance counsel.3 Andrew E Shipley
WilmerHale | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 8 Years RankedAndrew Shipley is an experienced government contracts attorney with deep expertise in bid protests. He has a noteworthy client roster which spans across the aerospace, technology and construction sectors.3 Andy LiuNichols Liu LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedAndy Liu's broad practice encompasses a range of issues on behalf of government contractors including investigations, qui tam litigation and bid protests.3 Aron Beezley
Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedAron Beezley has built a strong government contracts practice, with increasing prominence in bid protests and complex contractual disputes.3 Brian WalshWiley | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 8 Years RankedBrian Walsh represents an impressive portfolio of clients on a wide range of government contract matters. He offers significant expertise when handling high-stakes bid protests.3 David B Robbins
Jenner & Block LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedDavid Robbins is widely recognized for his expertise in government contracts ethics, compliance, white-collar defense, False Claims Act defense, in addition to suspension and debarment defense matters.3 David Black
Holland & Knight LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 14 Years RankedDavid Black has a strong track record of successfully representing clients in significant bid protests before the GAO. He also handles prime-subcontractor disputes and advises on contract procurements.3 David F DowdHolland & Knight LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 15 Years RankedDavid Dowd advises on governance issues and litigation, with extensive experience arguing major bid protests before the GAO and Court of Federal Claims.3 Dismas Locaria
Venable LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedDismas Locaria has a wide-ranging government contracts practice, representing clients in procurement, False Claims Act litigation and disclosure matters. He is recognized by sources for his suspension and debarment expertise.3 Frederic M LevyCovington & Burling LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 11 Years RankedFrederic Levy draws on years of experience handling complex government contract disputes, with notable expertise in suspension and debarment matters.3 Jamie Tabb
Vinson & Elkins LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 8 Years RankedJamie Tabb impresses with his ability to handle a host of issues, from litigating bid protests to advising clients on regulatory compliance.3 Jeffery M Chiow
Greenberg Traurig, LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 8 Years Ranked"He provides excellent legal advice on significantly complex issues. His ability to think outside the box and provide sound direction is invaluable."3 John E Jensen
Pillsbury | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 12 Years RankedJohn Jensen's areas of focus include bid protests, investigations and advising on M&A involving government contractors.3 Jon BurdWiley | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedJon Burd has a noteworthy government contracts practice, with particular areas of focus including ASBCA appeals and bid protests and clients in the Aviation sector.3 Justin Chiarodo
Blank Rome LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 8 Years RankedJustin 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.3 Keith R. SzeligaSheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedKeith Szeliga is adept at representing clients in bid protest litigation before the GAO, as well as advising contractors on compliance and disputes.3 Kevin P Connelly
Vedder Price | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedKevin Connelly has broad experience in contractual disputes and bid protests and regularly advises on implications for government contractors arising during M&A.3 Michael D. McGillArnold & Porter | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 10 Years RankedMichael McGill has significant experience handling a wide range of commercial disputes on behalf of government contractors, as well as tackling thorny bid protests before the Government Accountability Office, the US Court of Federal Claims and other forums.3 Michael J. AnstettFried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedMichael Anstett's practice covers both transactional matters and litigation, with recent work involving significant M&A as well as bid protests before the GAO.3 Paul Hurst
Steptoe LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedPaul Hurst chairs the firm's government contracts practice and provides his clients with seasoned regulatory and legislative advice. He regularly represents contractors in bid protests and investigations.3 Peter B Hutt IICovington & Burling LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedPeter Hutt retains his strong reputation for his expertise in advising on False Claims Act litigation, but he also assists government contractors with an extensive range of other matters, including government investigations and costs issues.3 Ray BiaginiCovington & Burling LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 13 Years RankedRay Biagini is a go-to figure for many major government contractors to defend against high-stakes tort claims.3 Robert K. HuffmanCovington & Burling LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 13 Years RankedRobert Huffman is singled out by interviewees for his expertise in False Claims Act litigation.He also handles investigations and contract procurements for major contractors.3 Seth Locke
Perkins Coie LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedAs cochair of the firm's government contracts practice, Seth Locke represents clients in a broad array of disputes, including bid protests, contract terminations and costs claims.3 Steven Masiello
Dentons US LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedSteven Masiello chairs the firm's government contracts practice and is regularly called upon by clients for guidance in cost accounting matters. He also provides counsel on compliance and due diligence issues.3 Thomas LemmerDentons LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 10 Years RankedThomas Lemmer comes recommended for his expertise in cost disputes and is regularly sought out by defense contractors for representation across a range of cost accounting issues.3 Tina D. ReynoldsMorrison Foerster | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedTina Reynolds is commended for her ability to advise clients from the biotechnology and technology sectors on a range of issues, from contract negotiations to internal investigations.3 Todd R. Overman
Bass, Berry & Sims PLC | Government Contracts2024 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedA significant part of Todd Overman's practice lies in handling large transactions, although he also has extensive experience representing clients in bid protests and litigation.
Band 4
4 Alexander Major
McCarter & English LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedAs cohead of the government contracts team, Alexander Major has extensive experience in the space, with strength across a range of areas, including contract disputes and FCA issues. He is well versed in advising clients on cybersecurity compliance issues.4 Anne Robinson
Latham & Watkins LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedAnne Robinson offers clients high quality advice with regard to bid protests before federal agencies and allegations made under the False Claims Act.4 Brian Waagner
Husch Blackwell LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedBrian Waagner is held in high regard for his ability to handle complex disputes such as bid protests, as well as provide counsel on compliance and contract administration.4 David BodenheimerNichols Liu LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 11 Years RankedDavid Bodenheimer handles a range of cost disputes and bid protests for government contractors, routinely appearing before the GAO.4 David Fletcher
Cooley LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedDavid Fletcher is a partner in Cooley LLP's government contracts group. He is called upon by contractors from the IT, engineering and technology sectors to advise on a host of issues, including compliance, M&A and bid protests.4 David NadlerBlank Rome LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 15 Years RankedDavid Nadler is recognized for his expertise in a wide range of government contract matters, including bid protests, compliance and False Claims Act investigations.4 David R JohnsonVinson & Elkins LLP | Head of Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 18 Years RankedDavid Johnson has noteworthy prowess in bid protests, and regularly represents clients before the GAO and Court of Federal Claims.4 Holly RothHolland & Knight LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 10 Years RankedHolly Roth is routinely called upon to represent clients in high-stakes bid protests, suspension and debarment matters, and other claims. She has further experience providing clients with counsel on internal investigations.4 Howard Roth
Smith Currie Oles LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedHoward Roth's specific areas of focus include handling claims under the Contract Disputes Act. He also has experience dealing with bid protests and issues arising from the Other Transactions Authority.4 Jeffrey A Belkin
Alston & Bird LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 13 Years RankedJeffrey Belkin is best known for his representation of clients in the healthcare space in contentious and noncontentious government contracts matters. His practice includes acting in bid protests and advising on M&A.4 Jessica SharronAlston & Bird LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 6 Years RankedJessica Sharron has developed a strong government contracts practice, with notable experience of advising clients in the healthcare sector on bid protests and investigations.4 Joe MartinezDentons US LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedJoe Martinez is commended for his ability to advise clients on cost accounting issues and performance disputes.4 Kayleigh ScalzoCovington & Burling LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedKayleigh Scalzo has a burgeoning practice in the government contracts arena, with a strong reputation in handling complex bid protests before the GAO.4 Kelley P DoranPerkins Coie LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 10 Years RankedKelley Doran has a broad government contract practice, offering expertise in bid protests, contractual claims and regulatory compliance.4 Kyle JefcoatLatham & Watkins LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedKyle Jefcoat receives high praise for his broad government contracts practice, which includes strengths in bid protests and issues related to the False Claims Act.4 Lawrence Block
Winston & Strawn LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 4 Years Ranked“Lawrence is incredibly bright and creative. He has deep subject matter expertise and understands the practicalities of business that clients must weigh into legal strategies."4 Michael SchaengoldGreenberg Traurig, LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 1 Years RankedMichael Schaengold cochairs the government contracting department at Greenberg Traurig. He has amassed a strong reputation for his bid protest work before the GAO and Court of Federal Claims.4 Noah BleicherJenner & Block LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 2 Years RankedNoah Bleicher focuses his practice on matters relating to procurement, particularly in handling bid protests, stemming from the insight gained from his service at the GAO. He frequently represents clients drawn from a range of industries in high-stakes protest litigation.4 Paul A DeboltVenable LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 12 Years RankedPaul Debolt advises clients on a broad range of government contracts matters. His particular areas of focus include conducting due diligence in relation to mergers and acquisitions of contractors, and representing clients in a variety of disputes, including bid protests.4 Peter Dungan
Miles & Stockbridge PC | Head of Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedPeter Dungan draws from a wealth of experience to counsel clients on contracting matters, attracting particular praise for his abilities in bid protests and related litigation.4 Scott HommerVenable LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 13 Years Ranked"His experience handling all kinds of matters is a key strength of his. He is very client friendly and he keeps us up to date with developments on our cases."4 Steven CaveKing & Spalding LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedSteven Cave focuses his practice on providing transactional assistance and compliance advice, with notable experience of advising clients in the IT, consulting and pharmaceutical sectors.4 Tara WardMcDermott Will & Emery LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedTara Ward has a growing reputation for her extensive experience in assisting clients with claims under the Contract Disputes Act and disputes before the GAO.4 Todd J Canni
BakerHostetler LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 2 Years RankedTodd Canni coleads the BakerHostetler LLP's government contracts practice. He has stand-out experience representing government contractors before the US Department of Defense Suspension Debarment office. He displays prowess in handling complex FCA qui tam cases.4 Tracye HowardWiley | Government Contracts2024 | Band 4 | 8 Years RankedTracye Howard is recognized for her representation of contractors and subcontractors in bid protests before the GAO. She also offers counsel related to small business matters and provides compliance advice.
Band 5
5 Adam LaskySeyfarth Shaw LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedAdam Lasky is well regarded for his burgeoning practice advising clients on substantial bid protests and contract disputes.5 Alexander GinsbergFried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 5 | 4 Years Ranked"Alex demonstrates an exceptional understanding of government contracts law and provides outside-the-box thinking."5 Daniel CookDLA Piper LLP (US) | Government Contracts2024 | Band 5 | 4 Years RankedDaniel Cook assists government contractors on a broad array of matters including bid protests and cost disputes. He boasts notable experience advising medical device manufacturers.5 Dawn E SternDLA Piper LLP (US) | Government Contracts2024 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedDawn Stern is noted for her proficiency in advising government contractors on complex issues of compliance relating to cybersecurity obligation. Additionally, she is well versed in handling contentious government contracting matters, including bid protests and contract disputes.5 Dominique CasimirBlank Rome LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedDominique 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.5 Elizabeth JochumBlank Rome LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedElizabeth Jochum has particularly impressive experience in major bid protests as a key part of her strong government contracts practice.5 Erica BakiesSeyfarth Shaw LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedErica Bakies has a growing government contracts practice, with particular prowess in bid protests. She also offers compliance counsel to major contractors and is adept at handling internal investigations.5 Franklin TurnerMcCarter & English, LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedFranklin Turner coleads the firm's government contracts and global trade practice group. His wide-ranging practice sees him routinely dealing with government contracting matters including bid protests, M&A transactions, internal investigations and costs disputes. He has experience handling issues related to the US Small Business Administration.5 Gunjan Talati
Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedGunjan Talati showcases an impressive breadth of work, with notable strength guiding clients on compliance and bid protest matters before the GAO.5 Hal PerloffHusch Blackwell LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 5 | 4 Years RankedHal Perloff is well regarded for the work he carries out on behalf of government contractors. He is skilled in handling bid protests as well as breach of contract and general compliance matters.5 Jennifer ZuckerGreenberg Traurig, LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedJennifer Zucker is recognized for her adept handling of significant bid protests for a wide array of clients.5 John G HoranFaegre Drinker | Government Contracts2024 | Band 5 | 4 Years RankedJohn Horan has a broad government contracts practice. He is experienced in matters involving bid protests, internal investigations and contract claims.5 John McCarthyCrowell & Moring LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 5 | 7 Years RankedJohn McCarthy is sought out by clients to defend major contract awards. He has notable experience handling protests before the Government Accountability Office and Court of Federal Claims.5 Kelly BurokerVedder Price PC | Government Contracts2024 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedKelly Buroker is a member of the firm's government contracts practice group. She is commended for her handling of a range of work in this area, including bid protests before the GAO and the CFC.5 Richard ArnholtBass, Berry & Sims PLC | Government Contracts2024 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedRichard Arnholt is frequently retained by government contractors in bid protests and claims litigation. He demonstrates further capability in handling FCA matters.5 Robert TompkinsHolland & Knight LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 5 | 7 Years RankedRobert Tompkins is a seasoned government contracts attorney with in-depth knowledge of procurement law, and is known for representing clients in high-stakes bid protests before the Court of Federal Claims.5 Sam KnowlesDLA Piper LLP (US) | Government Contracts2024 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedSam Knowles displays strong capability handling M&A transactions involving government contractors. He is called upon to represent clients in bid protests and to provide counsel on complex compliance issues.5 Stephen KnightHaynes and Boone, LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 5 | 8 Years RankedStephen Knight is a renowned government contracts lawyer who is well placed to advise clients on a range of matters, from subcontractor disputes to advising on compliance and M&A.5 Stephen McBradyCrowell & Moring LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedStephen McBrady is recognized for his significant expertise litigating claims involving the US Government. He routinely handles high-value claims before the CBCA and the ASBCA.
Up and Coming
U Alejandro SarriaMiller & Chevalier Chartered | Government Contracts2024 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedAlejandro Sarria has an impressive track record acting on behalf of significant government contracting clients. He is regularly called upon to litigate a variety of contracting claims such as contract disputes, bid protests and civil litigation arising from government operations.U Amanda SherwoodArnold & Porter | Government Contracts2024 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedAmanda Sherwood has a burgeoning practice which sees her regularly advise significant clients on bid protests, cybersecurity and regulatory matters.U Locke BellMorrison Foerster | Government Contracts2024 | Up and Coming | 1 Years Ranked"He is very good at developing and understanding complex legal theories and coming up with creative solutions for challenging problems."U Scott A. FrelingCovington & Burling LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedScott Freling has emerged as an impressive practitioner in handling transactional matters for government contractors. He frequently advises on the complex regulatory compliance matters in M&A transactions which involve contractors.U Sonia TabrizArnold & Porter | Government Contracts2024 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedSonia Tabriz is recognized for her excellent government contracts practice, including capably assisting on bid protest matters.U Stacy HadekaHogan Lovells US LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Up and Coming | 4 Years RankedStacy Hadeka is developing 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.U Townsend BourneSheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Up and Coming | 1 Years Ranked"She is thorough, practical, and helps distill large amounts of complex information into an understandable and workable action plan."
Associates to watch
Caitlin ConroySteptoe LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Associates to watch | 2 Years RankedCaitlin Conroy is an associate in the firm's government contracts group. She routinely represents clients in industries such as aerospace and defense, technology and healthcare.
Sarah BurgartCrowell & Moring LLP | Government Contracts2024 | Associates to watch | 2 Years RankedSarah Burgart's burgeoning practice in this area sees her regularly advise contractor clients on bid protests claims.