Strong relationships with defense contractors and companies in the computing, telecoms and healthcare industries characterize Latham & Watkins LLP government contracts practice, which handles a diverse array of litigation, including high value bid protests, contract claims, fraud and FCA investigations. The team is also a popular choice for compliance counselling and for support with M&A transactions. The team sits in Washington DC and is jointly led by Kyle Jefcoat, who handles both compliance and litigation advice, Anne Robinson, who frequently handles FCA litigation, bid protests and enforcement actions, and Dean Baxtresser, who is well versed in government investigations, compliance obligations and disputes.
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Testimonials

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  • 'The Latham team has been great. I am impressed with Latham's commitment to diversity'
  • 'Anne Robinson knows federal procurement law like the back of her hand, and offers practical guidance. Sales executives are very comfortable speaking with her because she "gets" what they do and why.'

Key clients

  • Lithia Motors Incorporated
  • Maverick Gaming LLC
  • Capitol Meridian Partners
  • Platinum Equity Advisors, LLC
  • Carlyle Group
  • Wolfspeed, Inc.
  • SLSCO Ltd

Lawyers

Practice head

Kyle Jefcoat; Anne Robinson; Dean Baxtresser