Shutdown-proof: How government contractors can stay cool when Washington heats up

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The US government’s funding lapsed on October 1, 2025. For government contractors, this means navigating immediate uncertainty in maintaining operations and mitigating financial exposure.

This client alert provides practical strategies to help contractors navigate the shutdown effectively, including key considerations for reassignments, furloughs, and reductions in force if they are required.

Daniel Graham
Dan Graham leads the Government Contracts practice. Highly regarded in Government Contracts litigation, Dan Graham has over two decades of experience assisting clients across industry sectors on bid protests, Contract Dispute Act appeals, prime and subcontractor disputes and commercial litigation. Read Daniel Graham's full bio.


Llewelyn Engel
Llewelyn Engel focuses her practice on government investigations, government contracts and public policy matters. Llewelyn has successfully represented clients in high-profile investigations by the US Department of Justice and Congress that entail significant legal, political and reputational risks. Llewelyn is experienced in navigating the political vetting process and has helped a high-profile client nominated by the president undergo the confirmation process. Read Llewelyn Engel's full bio.


Peter M. (Mac) Routh
Mac Routh focuses his practice on complex civil, criminal, regulatory and government contracting matters. He represents clients in grand jury investigations, congressional investigations, internal investigations, litigation and administrative matters. Mac also has experience analyzing and advising on political, legislative, and regulatory developments, as well as drafting legislation. Read Mac Routh's full bio.

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