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Lateral Partner, Litigation & Government and Public — Washington, D.C.

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Seeking a partner to lead and grow a litigation and government & public practice in the Washington, D.C. office. The role will focus on government solutions and investigations, complex regulatory enforcement work, and high‑stakes litigation matters involving federal agencies and public‑sector clients.

The successful candidate will take a senior client-facing role, managing investigations, coordinating with cross‑practice teams, and mentoring associates. There is scope to build market presence in the region and to contribute to business development and practice strategy.

  • Portable book of business of $1M+ (USD)
  • Significant experience handling government investigations, enforcement defense, and regulatory litigation
  • Proven track record of originating and managing client relationships and business development
  • Strong litigation skills and experience supervising teams on complex matters

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