Highly regarded space law expert Milton “Skip” Smith has made a career move to Greenberg Traurig. Smith joined the firm’s government contracts practice as a shareholder based in Denver, Colorado. This timely acquisition extends Greenberg Traurig’s capacity in the space law sector, particularly in relation to government contracts.
Skip Smith’s legal prowess spans over diverse practice areas, including litigation, contracts, regulation, and transactional work related to space law. Smith will serve as the chair of the space and satellite industry group at Greenberg Traurig, positioned to oversee important industry-focused endeavors.
Having come from the law firm Sherman & Howard, Smith brings to Greenberg Traurig considerable experience in high-profile space law positions; he was once the Director of space law at Space Command and the Chief of space law for the Air Force. Greenberg Traurig is expected to greatly benefit from Smith’s high-level experience and knowledge of space law.
This recruitment adds another layer to the increasing complexity and importance of space law in today’s global landscape. As space exploration and commercialization expand, the demand for specialized legal professionals like Smith continues to grow.
While already a major player, Greenberg Traurig’s acquisition of Smith may further consolidate their spot in government contractual law, particularly in the field of space and satellite industry. This move offers a glimpse into the firm’s strategic direction and its focus on growing its space law practice.
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