Companies doing business in the defense sector confront the enormous challenges of developing and implementing new, cutting-edge technologies and innovations while adhering to a maze of legal and regulatory requirements that often do not keep pace. Ranging from corporations to research institutions, our clients benefit from our deep understanding of this rapidly changing industry.
Empowering the Defense Sector
We design legal strategies that address the often-distinct challenges faced by defense and other government contractors. Our team positions clients for success by offering:
- Guidance on federal requirements specific to the aerospace and defense sector
- Strategic counsel on national security considerations
- Advice on classified programs and sensitive contractual matters
- Assistance in mitigating Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) concerns
Understanding the Regulatory Landscape
Our lawyers keep abreast of the legislative framework shaping the defense industry. We provide legal counsel on crucial-defense and procurement-related regulations, a sampling of which includes the:
- National Defense Authorization Act
- Federal Data Center Enhancement Act
- American Security Drone Act
- Intelligence Authorization Act
- Defense Production Act
Bridging Global Defense Markets
Recognizing the global nature of defense procurement, our experience extends beyond domestic markets to include:
- International trade agreements affecting defense contracts
- Export control regulations
- Global data privacy and cybersecurity compliance
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
When controversy arises, we defend clients in courts across the United States and before international dispute resolution forums and advising, advising on:
- Litigation of contract disputes and bid protests
- False Claims Act investigations and litigation
- Intellectual property disputes
Supporting National Security Players
Our clients are as diverse as the industry itself and include:
- Prime contractors supplying critical systems and services to military and intelligence agencies
- Small and medium-sized enterprises developing cutting-edge defense technologies
- Security firms providing specialized training and logistics support to government entities
- Aerospace companies engaged in both commercial and defense-related projects
- Research institutions collaborating on classified defense initiatives