Steptoe LLP delivers comprehensive coverage across the full spectrum of government contracts matters, earning particular recognition for its strength in bid protest and claims litigation, with victories before the GAO, Court of Federal Claims and Boards of Contract Appeals. The team is also experienced in regulatory compliance related to federal infrastructure funding, M&A transactions, data rights and classified programs. Practice leader Paul Hurst, who heads the Washington DC based group, is recognised for his skill in civil litigation and regularly represents clients across the defence, construction and healthcare industries. Tyler Evans concentrates on intellectual property issues in relation to emerging technologies in the defence technology and life sciences sectors. Amba Datta departed the firm in 2025.
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Testimonials
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- Tyler Evans leads this team and is a superlative counsel. He is by far our most trusted and regularly used outside counsel across the legal team. He is responsive and clear, but also thinks creatively about problems.
- Steptoe's government contracting team is uniquely knowledgeable, creative, and responsive. We rely on them as our go-to government contracting firm for everything from contract negotiations to data rights to government policy. We appreciate the exceptional responsiveness and creativity the team continually demonstrates. Steptoe's rates are reasonable, especially when considering the quality and efficiency of the team.
Key clients
- CACI
- DesertExpress
- EcoHealth
- Anduril Industries
- Inmarsat Government Inc
- Great Lakes Dredge and Dock
- Humana
- Career Management Associates
Work highlights
Represents CACI in a cost dispute with the US Department of Defense concerning the allowability of legal fees incurred in connection with litigation involving allegations of detainee abuse in Iraq.
Counsel to Great Lakes Dredge & Dock in bid protests before the GAO and agency-level forums, including successful challenges to US Army Corps of Engineers procurement decisions. Steptoe also supports the client in regulatory compliance, reinstatement proceedings and advises on contractual claims, including those before the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals.
Representation of Humana in government contracting matters, including securing and defending the award of a $70.9 billion T-5 Contract for the East Region and covers millions of TRICARE beneficiaries.
Practice head
Paul Hurst
Other key lawyers
Tyler Evans