Michael 'Mike' Gardner, Government Attorney in Mclean, Virginia
4.9/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Mclean, VA
Trusted government attorney serving Mclean.
- 4.9 ★
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Michael 'Mike' Gardner is a shareholder based in McLean, VA. The practice focuses on Government. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
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- Handles Government matters from McLean, VA.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Michael 'Mike' Gardner: Michael 'Mike' Gardner is a shareholder based in McLean, VA. The practice focuses on Government. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Michael takes on
Michael concentrates on government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Government cases in Mclean, Virginia
Michael takes government matters in Mclean, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Michael 'Mike' Gardner — government lawyer in Mclean
Michael 'Mike' Gardner is a shareholder based in McLean, VA. The practice focuses on Government. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Mike Gardner focuses his work on companies that provide national security and infrastructure services to federal and foreign customers. He has experience working with contract negotiations, bid protests, claims and dispute resolution at GAO, the Court of Federal Claims and the Boards of Contract, and has provided compliance support related to the Federal Acquisition Regulations, ITAR, the Defense Security Service, and the Defense Contract Audit Agency.
Mike also has wide-ranging experience working on international programs managed by the Defense Logistics Agency; global security and nation building programs managed by the Department of State and the Department of Defense; broad spectrum IT solutions including secured cloud data and software as a service programs sponsored by the Department of Defense, the intelligence community and regulated industries like health care, insurance, and financial services; marine industrial work including ship building and repair; and renewable energy project work supporting both major federal facilities and remote, resilient operations.
Mike works with a large array of clients including assisting large and small businesses on capitalizing on Small Business Administration initiatives. He has also worked with Fortune 50 and privately held companies to develop and implement plans to increase revenue and profitability through organic growth and acquisitions and to plan and execute liquidity events like ESOPs, private equity investment, and M&A events.
Prior to his private law practice, Mike served as a Coast Guard line officer supporting Coast Guard operations in Europe, Africa, and South America.
Concentrations
•Prime and subcontract negotiations for logistics, IT, security and marine industrial work
•Bid Protests at GAO and Court of Federal Claims
•Contract dispute resolution at ASBCA, Court of Federal Claims and ADR
•OCONUS operations counseling
•SBA Mentor Protege and Small Business Subcontracting
•Compliance counseling and training under FAR, ITAR, DSS and DCAA programs
•Business life-cycle planning including growth and liquidity events
•Admiralty and Maritime compliance, transactions and casualty
•Ethics and Standards of Conduct counseling and training
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Admiralty & Maritime Law, 2001-2026
•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, 'Washington, D.C., Super Lawyer,' 2006-2020
•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, 'Virginia Super Lawyer,' Transportation/Maritime Law, 2006-2020
•Listed, Virginia Business magazine, “The Legal Elite,”
•Admiralty and Environmental Law, 2001-2007
•Transportation/Admiralty/Intermodal, 2006
•Construction Law, 2007, 2011, 2013-2016
•Selected, American Bar Association, 'Outstanding Young Lawyer for the Coast Guard,” 1989
•Rated, AV Preeminent 5 out of 5
How Michael handles government matters
Mike Gardner focuses his work on companies that provide national security and infrastructure services to federal and foreign customers. He has experience working with contract negotiations, bid protests, claims and dispute resolution at GAO, the Court of Federal Claims and the Boards of Contract, and has provided compliance support related to the Federal Acquisition Regulations, ITAR, the Defense…
Who Michael represents
Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for government matters in Mclean and the surrounding Virginia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
The College of William & Mary
J.D. · 1986
Member, William and Mary Law Review U.S. Coast Guard Academy
B.S. Honors · 1978
Michael studied at J.D. in The College of William & Mary and B.S. Honors in Member, William and Mary Law Review U.S. Coast Guard Academy.
Law school and academic background
Michael completed J.D. in The College of William & Mary and B.S. Honors in Member, William and Mary Law Review U.S. Coast Guard Academy. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michael runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Michael has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Michael 'Mike' Gardner's office in McLean
Michael's primary office is at 1750 Tysons Boulevard, Suite 1000, McLean, VA, 22102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
1750 Tysons Boulevard, Suite 1000
McLean, VA 22102
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Client reviews of Michael 'Mike' Gardner — 4.9/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Michael. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing government attorneys in Mclean.
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How to hire Michael 'Mike' Gardner — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new government attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Michael usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Michael charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Michael will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a government attorney in Mclean, Virginia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many government matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Michael
Michael discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in government practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every government matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Michael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Michael's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many government practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Michael 'Mike' Gardner
How much does it cost to hire Michael for a government case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michael walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Michael offer a free consultation?
Michael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office. Some government attorneys offer free consults — check Michael's current terms during booking.
How long do government cases in Virginia typically take?
Simple government matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Michael take my case if I'm outside Mclean?
Michael is licensed in Virginia. Matters governed by Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Michael will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Michael?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Michael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Michael accepting new government clients right now?
Michael's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Government attorneys serving Mclean, Richmond and Alexandria in Virginia
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