The global defense industry deals in complex, very high-value products, vital to the security of numerous nations.

Defense contractors operate at the interface of business and government and much of what they do, including their research and development, is both publicly funded and subject to tight security. Governments compete many defense contracts, but some are directly negotiated without competition, and so long-term relationships with government entities are critical. Defense industry disputes can be substantial, complex and involve such issues as procurement law, sovereign contracts, intellectual property and, often, international trade.

The defense industry therefore demands lawyers able to work on the most valuable and complex competitive processes, contracts and disputes; lawyers who understand how both government and business work and whose discretion is assured; and lawyers who can apply their skills and experience in exacting circumstances and strict security.

Dentons’ lawyers work for defense contractors and governments globally. They deploy deep understanding of public and private law to work on major platform, systems and ordinance sales and purchases, contracts for the management of defense sites and facilities, and the operation and maintenance of defense equipment. Dentons’ lawyers will represent you in defense industry disputes and litigation of every kind, with confidence grounded in real industry knowledge.

Dentons’ services include working closely with corporate clients to develop strategies to secure government contracting opportunities. We also act as trusted advisers to government clients in navigating public law to design procurement processes in competitive and non-competitive procurements.

Recognition

Dentons in Poland the winner of 2013 Book of Lists ranking

June 18, 2013

Dentons Poland has won the Book of Lists 2013 ranking in the Law Firm category. The honor was formally announced at a gala event on 18 June in Warsaw.

Insights

New Zealand’s Defence Budget surge: A strategic response in an uncertain world

May 15, 2025

New Zealand: The Coalition Government’s proposed NZ$12 billion Defence Capability Plan 2025 marks a significant increase in defence spending over the next four years. While NZ$12 billion may sound substantial, it represents a level of budget commitment that is not without precedent. New Zealand’s defence budget hovered near 1% of GDP for much of the past two decades, following a steady decline from a peak of around 3% in 1980 and 2% in the early 1990s. 

Strengthening Europe’s Defense: Proposals to incentivize defense investments – recent developments

April 30, 2025

Romania: In the past year, the European Union has taken major steps to adapt the European defense industrial policy to current challenges. The first quarter of 2025 marked a significant shift in the European defense landscape, as new proposals aimed at incentivizing defense investments and revitalizing Europe’s defense industry have been put forward by decision-making bodies at the EU level. Below, we discuss recent developments that are set to shape the future of the sector and provide strategic opportunities for defense industry leaders.

Defense Infrastructure Projects – a new opportunity in Poland

April 15, 2025

Poland: Defense infrastructure, including dual-use facilities, represents a great opportunity for potential bidders to participate in strategic projects and enhance their presence in Poland and other countries of the CEE region. It encompasses a wide range of military and defense industry investments, such as the construction of new military bases, modernization and expansion of existing facilities, and development of transportation infrastructure.

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News and Events

Recent Press Releases

Oleg Batyuk joins panel of judges for the CEE Deals of the Year

March 1, 2024

Dentons’ Ukraine Managing Partner Oleg Batyuk has been appointed to the esteemed Country Selection Committee for the 2023 CEE Deals of the Year Awards organized by CEE Legal Matters.

Dentons bolsters its Saudi presence with the arrival of Edward Rose and Guy Danalis

May 3, 2023

Dentons, the world's largest global law firm, has further expanded its Saudi Arabia practice with the recent hires of Edward Rose and Guy Danalis, from Jones Day, who both join the Firm as senior legal consultants based in Riyadh.

Jarosław Witek joins Dentons’ Warsaw Office as partner

January 2, 2023

At the beginning of 2023, Jarosław Witek joined Dentons' Warsaw office as a partner. In his new role, he will be responsible for leading the multidisciplinary Defense and Security group in Poland.

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