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Jonathan Meyer is a partner in the Governmental Practice Group and leads the firm’s National Security team. From 2021 to 2024, he served as General Counsel of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

When the federal government reopens after a shutdown, the return to “business as usual” is rarely immediate. Agencies face backlogs, funding adjustments, and operational hurdles that can directly impact companies, contractors, and regulated entities. Below we outline several key issues businesses should anticipate in the days and weeks following a reopening of the federal government.Continue Reading What to Expect When the Government Reopens: Key Considerations for Businesses