Partners Bring Deep Experience in Post-Acquisition Disputes, Construction Litigation and Government Contracts
McGuireWoods continues to grow its market-leading commercial litigation capabilities with the arrival of partners Jeff Golimowski and Jeremy Baker, who bring significant, trial-tested experience in post-acquisition disputes, construction litigation and government contracts matters to the firm’s Tysons, Virginia, office.
Golimowski represents businesses in high-stakes disputes, including post-merger and post-acquisition matters. His practice spans the full lifecycle of a deal, from counseling clients on asset protection during a transaction to enforcing holdback, indemnity and insurance rights after closing. He also represents Fortune 500 corporations and small-to-midsize companies in construction disputes involving highly regulated projects, including U.S. Department of Defense facility matters with exposure exceeding $150 million.
Baker guides clients through commercial construction and public contracts disputes. His construction practice focuses on energy, defense and infrastructure matters, including those involving change orders, delays, design defects and other issues arising on large-scale projects. He represents prime and subcontractors in the defense industry, handling disputes and advising on teaming agreements, subcontract formation, government investigations and federal contracts counseling. Golimowski and Baker come to McGuireWoods from Womble Bond Dickinson.
“Jeff and Jeremy are skilled litigators with proven track records in matters that carry significant financial and strategic consequences for clients,” said Noreen Kelly, McGuireWoods’ deputy managing partner and head of litigation. “Their experience in post-acquisition disputes complements our growing transactional practices and enhances our ability to deliver integrated, industry-focused solutions.”
Shelby Guilbert, chair of McGuireWoods’ Commercial Litigation Department, added, “When clients face post-closing challenges or massive delays, they need trial lawyers who understand the commercial engines behind their businesses. Jeff and Jeremy bring that exact blend of technical skill and business acumen to our team.”
McGuireWoods represents buyers, sellers, investors, sponsors, portfolio companies, founders, executives and other stakeholders in disputes arising from mergers, acquisitions, financings, joint ventures, strategic investments and other business transactions, including construction and government contract matters. The firm consistently earns nationwide rankings for commercial litigation from Chambers USA. McGuireWoods ranked among “The Most Feared Law Firms in Litigation” in BTI Consulting Group’s annual survey of corporate counsel.
“McGuireWoods has built a powerhouse commercial litigation practice with tremendous depth across industries,” said Golimowski. “I look forward to leveraging the firm’s platform to deliver even greater results for clients, particularly those navigating post-transaction disputes.”
Baker added, “McGuireWoods’ strength in construction and government contracts litigation, combined with its national trial capabilities, makes the firm an ideal home for my practice. I am excited to join a team that shares my focus on detailed preparation and creative problem-solving for clients.”
Jack L. White, managing partner of McGuireWoods’ Tysons office, said, “Jeff and Jeremy have built reputations as trusted advisers for clients in industries that drive our region’s economy, and we are delighted to welcome them to the firm.”
McGuireWoods LLP is a leading international law firm with 900+ lawyers in 21 offices worldwide. It continuously ranks among the top firmsin Financial Times’ prestigious North America Innovative Lawyers report. The firm has been recognized 20 times on BTI Consulting’s Client Service A-Team — elite firms singled out for client service excellence based on unprompted feedback from clients in major companies. Its full-service public affairs arm, McGuireWoods Consulting LLC, offers infrastructure and economic development, strategic communications and grassroots advocacy, and government relations solutions. For more information, visit www.mcguirewoods.com.
Michael Sluss | +1 804 775 1415 | msluss@mcguirewoods.com
McGuireWoods adds two commercial litigation partners in NoVa from Womble – pair bring major experience in post-deal contests, construction disputes and gov’t contracts
