Litigation with the government is far different from litigation between private parties, and our attorneys know how to do it effectively — from the administrative tribunal all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court. We have achieved major successes for our clients by working as a multidisciplinary team nationwide, with subject-matter experts throughout the firm, including by routinely coordinating efforts with our Troutman Pepper Strategies team to address clients’ needs on multiple fronts.
Government and regulatory litigation often presents hurdles, both procedural and substantive, that are not present in other litigation. We specialize in guiding clients through the intricacies of high-profile, complex constitutional, and public law litigation that involves significant business and policy issues. We are well-versed in the rules of 42 U.S.C. § 1983 (Section 1983), immunities and sovereignty, abstention, preemption, standing, mootness, and ripeness, as well as the fee-shifting provisions for attorneys’ fees and expenses that often apply in government litigation, and we know how to develop the factual record to enable you to prevail.
Because of continued, wide-ranging interaction between governments and corporations — both during the litigation and after it has concluded — the stakes in government litigation are often much greater than just the single case at hand. Many of our attorneys previously served in government positions, and we know from our years of experience how to resolve potentially protracted, large-scale litigation with either quick settlements, successful motions for dismissal or summary judgment, or avoidance of the litigation altogether. If, however, trial is needed, our attorneys have substantial trial experience, having obtained major verdicts for our clients in cases involving both monetary and equitable claims.
We are very proud to have obtained numerous significant victories for our clients on appeal. We provide seasoned, practical advice that considers not only the legal issues but also media scrutiny, public opinion and political consequences to help you achieve your overarching goals.
We are especially proud that our credibility and experience have led numerous state and local governments themselves to hire us in such cases as federal civil rights class actions, government finance litigation, procurement and contracting matters, constitutional challenges to tax laws, election law challenges, annexations, and enforcement actions brought against them by federal agencies, including the U.S. Department of Justice.
Firm News
04.22.24
Georgia Gov. Appoints Troutman Pepper Partner David Dove to Board of Regents
Firm News
04.05.24
University of Georgia Recognizes Troutman Pepper Partner David Dove with Young Alumni Award
Firm News
01.04.24
Chief Legal Counsel to Georgia Governor to Join Troutman Pepper
Press Coverage
01.04.24
Troutman Pepper Adds Chief Counsel to Ga. Gov.
Press Coverage
01.04.24
Troutman Pepper Adds Longtime Governor's Counsel as Atlanta Partner
Regulatory Oversight
09.14.21
DOJ Embraces Agency Guidance Documents Again, But What Does It Mean for Regulatory Compliance?