Elizabeth D’Aunno represents defense and technology companies in complex, high-stakes government investigations and disputes. Prior to becoming an attorney, Elizabeth served as a contractor supporting the Department of Defense and the National Security Division of the Department of Justice, where she focused on homeland defense and domestic counterterrorism efforts. Elizabeth has also worked at the Department of State and the Office of the White House Counsel.

Drawing on her experience, Elizabeth specializes in matters involving government contracts and stakeholders across the national security community. She advises clients on a range of issues, including fraud and the False Claims Act, procurement, handling of sensitive information, and insider risk. Elizabeth also litigates contract claims in the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals and bid protests before the Government Accountability Office and the Court of Federal Claims. Clients rely on Elizabeth’s strategic leadership and compelling advocacy to help them navigate their most difficult challenges and achieve results that benefit the business. 

Publications and Seminars

  • Contributor, “Defense Tech Revolution: Mitigating Compliance Risks,” WilmerHale Webinar, January 9, 2024
  • Co-Author, "Defense Contractors Will Face Higher Risks as Spending Increases," Bloomberg Law, January 25, 2023
  • Co-Author, “How Contractors Can Avoid Cybersecurity FCA Violations,” Law360, September 27, 2022
  • Co-Author, “New Defense Tech Cos. Must Prioritize Anti-Fraud Compliance,” Law360, September 9, 2022 

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Credentials

  • Education

    • JD, University of Virginia School of Law, 2015

      Editorial Board, Virginia Law Review, Order of the Coif, Hardy Cross Dillard Scholarship

    • BA, Political Science, Stanford University, 2009

      with distinction

      Phi Beta Kappa

  • Admissions

    • District of Columbia

    • Virginia

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