Melissa Taylormoore

Melissa Taylormoore is a partner in a global litigation practice with more than two decades of experience advising companies that do business with government entities. Her work focuses on government contracts, regulatory compliance, and high-stakes disputes involving national security, defense, and critical infrastructure matters.

Melissa holds a Juris Doctor from George Mason University School of Law. She also earned a Master of Education from Vanderbilt University and a Master of Arts from Stanford University. This multidisciplinary academic background supports her ability to address complex legal, regulatory, and operational challenges.

Melissa’s practice centers on advising government contractors and grant recipients across the full contract lifecycle. She assists clients with compliance programs, audits, investigations, and regulatory requirements imposed by federal agencies, helping organizations align operations with evolving statutory, contractual, and enforcement standards.

In addition to compliance counseling, Melissa maintains a robust disputes practice. Her experience includes contract litigation, employment matters, and enforcement defense under statutes such as the False Claims Act and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. She regularly represents clients in internal investigations and government-led inquiries.

Melissa also advises on transactions involving government-funded entities, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures. Her guidance addresses national security implications, supply chain risk, and regulatory approvals, enabling clients to pursue strategic growth while managing compliance and enforcement exposure.

Melissa’s experience extends to international procurement and defense frameworks, including matters involving multinational organizations. She supports clients with market entry strategies, pre-award due diligence, and risk mitigation in security-sensitive environments where regulatory oversight and compliance expectations are heightened.

Throughout her career, Melissa Taylormoore has helped organizations navigate regulatory scrutiny, respond to investigations, and implement effective governance and remediation measures. Her work emphasizes practical solutions, strategic risk management, and clear guidance designed to protect operations while supporting long-term organizational objectives.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, White & Case LLP
• Member, District of Columbia Bar Association
• Member, Virginia Bar Association

Licensed State

• District of Columbia
• Virginia

Education

• George Mason University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Stanford University
  Master of Arts (MA)
• Florida Gulf Coast University
  Master of Education (MEd)

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