National Security Law Practice

Trusted Counsel for High-Stakes Matters Involving National Security and Government Investigations

Strategic, Discreet, and Trial-Ready Representation

National security matters are often resolved long before a courtroom appearance—if they are handled correctly from the outset. We focus on early intervention, careful communications with the government, and disciplined case management.

Our approach includes:

  • Rapid assessment of exposure and posture
  • Strategic engagement with investigating agencies
  • Protection of classified, privileged, and sensitive information
  • Coordination across parallel criminal, civil, and administrative matters
  • Trial-ready preparation to preserve leverage and credibility

Clients receive clear advice, realistic risk assessments, and steady guidance through legally and politically sensitive situations.

Experience at the Intersection of Security, Law, and Government Power

National security matters present some of the most complex and consequential legal challenges an individual or organization can face. These cases often involve classified information, parallel criminal and civil exposure, overlapping agency authorities, and intense scrutiny by the federal government. Centre Law holds a Top Secret Clearance that is helpful in these type of investigations.

Our National Security Law Practice advises and defends clients confronting sensitive investigations, enforcement actions, and compliance obligations at the intersection of national security, criminal law, and federal regulation. We provide strategic, discreet counsel when the stakes could not be higher.

National security cases demand more than technical legal knowledge. They require judgment, credibility with government decision-makers, and a sophisticated understanding of how agencies investigate, charge, and resolve matters involving security concerns.

Our attorneys have extensive experience navigating matters involving federal prosecutors, intelligence and defense agencies, inspectors general, and regulatory authorities. We approach each case with a trial-ready mindset while seeking early, strategic resolutions whenever possible.

Clients We Serve

Our National Security Practice represents:

  • Current and former government officials
  • Defense and intelligence contractors
  • Executives and compliance officers
  • Professionals holding security clearances
  • Companies operating in regulated or sensitive industries
  • Individuals accused of conduct affecting national security interests

We understand the unique pressures these clients face, including reputational harm, clearance suspension or revocation, employment consequences, and public scrutiny.

Centre's National Security Law Experts

Partner

Dilyn Loveless

Ms. Dilyn Loveless is a preeminent legal expert with over 20 years of distinguished service in national security, high-stakes government investigations, and international trade compliance. Recognized with civilian service medals by two U.S. Presidents, Ms. Loveless made history as the first female CIA case officer deployed with Joint Special Operations Command during the Global War on Terror. Her profound expertise encompasses guiding clients through complex federal investigations, navigating intricate regulatory landscapes, and achieving strategic resolutions in pivotal areas such as...
Senior Associate Attorney

Jonathan Perrone

Jonathan Perrone is of counsel at Centre Law & Consulting and a seasoned bid protest and claims attorney with over six years of experience in public procurement law. Jon counsels and represents government contractors in healthcare, construction, manufacturing, defense, information technology, and service industries. He specializes in representation in both pre-contract and contract-administration phases. Jon helps contractors prepare to perform, protesting solicitation defects and improper evaluations and award decisions, as well as handles disputes concerning contract modifications, payment and performance...