The global defence industry deals in complex, very high-value products, vital to the security of numerous nations. ‘VB’ advises domestic manufacturers, foreign OEM vendors, O&M contractors etc on defence procurement laws, offset policies, regulatory aspects, structuring of transactions, liability issues, joint ventures etc.

Defence 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 defence contracts, but some are directly negotiated without competition, and so long-term relationships with government entities are critical. Defence industry disputes can be substantial, complex and involve such issues as procurement law, sovereign contracts, intellectual property and, often, international trade. The defence industry which deals in complex, very high-value products is vital to the security of any country. The defence industry therefore demands lawyers to be able to work on the most valuable and complex competitive processes, contracts and disputes.

Our lawyers understand how both government and business work and whose discretion is assured; and we apply our skills and knowledge in exacting circumstances and strict security.