Aerospace & Defense

The aerospace and defense (A&D) sector is rapidly evolving, driven by innovation, capital, and rising global security priorities. Goodwin’s Aerospace & Defense practice helps companies, investors, and entrepreneurs navigate this complex environment with legal strategies aligned with growth, compliance, and innovation.
We combine deep experience in private equity, venture capital, M&A, intellectual property counseling, investigations and litigation, and national security regulatory matters with a strong track record advising dual-use technology companies, growth-stage businesses, and their financial sponsors. Our team supports clients across the A&D ecosystem, from manufacturers of mission-critical components to space tech ventures and defense-focused funds.
Backed by Goodwin’s strength at the intersection of capital and innovation, we understand the unique demands of operating in this space. Whether advising on Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States and foreign investment reviews, structuring complex cross-border transactions, navigating disputes with competitors, or supporting procurement and government contracting strategies, we help clients move decisively in a dynamic and high-stakes market.
Connect with our Aerospace & Defense team and let us know how we can help.
Contacts
- John R. LeClaire

John R. LeClaire
PartnerCo-Chair, Private Equity - David Pendergast

David Pendergast
PartnerChair, Los Angeles Office - Chris Wilson

Chris Wilson
PartnerCo-Chair, Healthcare - Liza Craig

Liza Craig
Partner - Lindsay Reed

Lindsay Reed
Partner - Andrew Roeder

Andrew Roeder
Partner - Jacob R. Osborn

Jacob R. Osborn
PartnerCo-Chair, Global Trade - William M. Jay

William M. Jay
PartnerAppellate & Supreme Court Litigation - Natasha E. Daughtrey

Natasha E. Daughtrey
Partner - Elaine Herrmann Blais

Elaine Herrmann Blais
PartnerCo-Chair, Intellectual Property Litigation - Naomi Birbach

Naomi Birbach
Partner - Robert Frederickson III

Robert Frederickson III
Partner - Joseph P. Rockers

Joseph P. Rockers
PartnerCo-Chair, Private Investment Litigation - Molly R. Grammel

Molly R. Grammel
Partner - Kevin P. Martin

Kevin P. Martin
PartnerCo-Chair, Appellate & Supreme Court Litigation - Calvin E. Wingfield

Calvin E. Wingfield
Partner - Candi Alfred

Candi Alfred
Counsel - Stephen Migala

Stephen Migala
Counsel - Joshuah Turner

Joshuah Turner
Counsel - Alexander Vivona

Alexander Vivona
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