Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner

Business & Commercial Disputes

Counsel - Litigation and Investigations

Justin Benson practices complex federal litigation, with a special emphasis on the representation and defense of corporations and individuals doing business with, or regulated by, the federal government. Justin has extensive experience in federal investigations and prosecutions relating to the performance of government contracts and private sector participation in government programs. He has particular experience helping clients respond to False Claims Act investigations. In addition, Justin represents clients in complex trial and appellate litigation in federal and state court. He has broad experience in all stages of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, trial, settlement negotiations, and appeals. Justin has been recognized in the 2022 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, for his work in commercial litigation.

Prior to joining BCLP, Justin was an associate at Sidley Austin LLP and served as a law clerk to the Honorable Carolyn Dineen King of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. He also served as a legislative aide for a member of the U.S. House of Representatives.

Justin maintains an active pro bono practice. Recently, he successfully represented a client in Immigration Court seeking asylum in the U.S. In addition, Justin regularly represents clients in D.C. Landlord Tenant Court and has authored numerous amicus briefs on behalf of civil rights organizations.