Washington, D.C.

“They are gold standard — they are the best for complex problems. The work is at the highest level.”
Chambers USA 2021 (District of Columbia)

"Impressive team that features a number of prominent practitioners with considerable government experience and regulatory expertise. Frequently represents clients across a diverse range of sectors, including highly regulated industries such as financial services, healthcare and energy."
Chambers USA 2022 (District of Columbia)

"They are instrumental in assisting with negotiations of government agreements and drafting of business partnership agreements."
Chambers USA 2022 (District of Columbia)

“Latham & Watkins stands out as a premier firm and a premier brand, trusted by government officials and companies alike, because of its deep bench filled with lawyers who know their practice areas, but who also are effective communicators.”
Chambers USA 2021 (District of Columbia)

“The firm is outstanding, it is almost like an extension of us. Its attorneys are world class and they know exactly what we need and how we work.”
Chambers USA 2021 (District of Columbia)

Overview

Latham’s Washington, D.C. office — more than 350 lawyers strong — offers clients powerhouse corporate capabilities, regulatory insights, as well as litigation and trial strength.

We have built a remarkable track record of navigating the federal government — in the courts, the White House and Executive Branch agencies, as well as Congress. As a group, we draw on experience serving in a wide variety of senior roles within the federal government, so we can advise clients based on deep knowledge of the inner workings of government.

We regularly represent clients facing criminal, civil, and congressional investigations, litigation in all US courts, and the full range of commercial disputes. Our courtroom victories regularly earn Latham recognition from National Law Journal as among the very best litigators and trial lawyers in Washington.

Unique among firms in the capital, we combine classic litigation and regulatory practices with our premier transactional practices, which include the largest and most successful corporate/M&A, capital markets, private equity, and leveraged finance practices in Washington.

Giving Back

As one of the world’s largest pro bono providers, Latham takes on matters in nearly every area of public interest law. In Washington, D.C., some of our key pro bono causes include advocating for asylum seekers, reuniting immigrant and refugee families, and safeguarding tenants’ rights, veterans’ rights, and civil rights.