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Contact
Email
Phone
(703) 594-4161
Address
1747 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20006, US
Professional
About
Ira Eliot Hoffman is a seasoned attorney with Butzel Long in Washington, D.C., where he focuses his practice on government contracts, international law, and internet-related legal matters. Based at 1747 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Mr. Hoffman brings a deep understanding of complex regulatory, commercial, and cross-border issues to clients navigating highly technical and fast-changing legal environments. His practice is grounded in careful analysis, strategic judgment, and a practical approach designed to help clients move forward with confidence. With extensive experience in government contracts, Mr. Hoffman assists clients facing the unique demands of doing business with federal entities, including compliance, contract interpretation, and dispute-related concerns. His work in international law reflects the increasingly global nature of modern commerce, where clients often require thoughtful guidance on legal issues that extend beyond U.S. borders. He also advises on internet-related matters, helping clients address legal challenges shaped by digital technology, online operations, and evolving regulatory expectations. Mr. Hoffman is known for his professional, client-focused approach and his ability to distill complex legal issues into clear, workable strategies. He understands that businesses and organizations need responsive counsel that balances legal risk with practical objectives. Through diligent representation and a commitment to client service, he works to provide dependable guidance tailored to each matter’s specific needs.
Credentials
Education
1983 University of Miami School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1973 University of Michigan B.A.
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2010 Member of Board, Public Contracting Institute 2009 Federal Publications Advisory Board, Federal Publications Seminars/West Publishing 2000 Biographee in Who's Who in America, Marquis Who's Who 1992 Biographee in Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who
Publications
2015 U.S. Cybersecurity Magazine If Information Sharing Is Such a Good Thing, Why Aren't More Companies Doing It? 2015 U.S. Cybersecurity Magazine The Problem of Attribution in Cyber Attacks: the Sony Example 2014 Computer & Internet Lawyer U.S. Law and International Cooperation in Combating Cyberthreats 2013 West Legalworks The Annotated Export Administration Regulations Desk Reference 2008 The International Lawyer Export Controls & Economic Sanctions (co-author)
Associations
2014 - Present Tech Council of Maryland Co-Chair, Cyber Committee 2013 - Present CyberMaryland Advisory Board 2007 - Present National Contract Management Association Member 2007 - Present AFCEA Member 2007 - Present World Trade Institute of Maryland Member, Capital Region Advisory Board
Speaking
2016 Protect Your Intellectual Property and Manage Cybersecurity Risks Mitigating Cyber Liability Risk 2016 Law and Policy of Cybersecurity Symposium Current Cyber Landscape: Major Legal and Policy Issues 2015 PCI International Contracting Series ITAR, EAR & OFAC Compliance 2015 Masters Institute Small Business Contracting & Subcontracting 2015 Annual Professional Development Conference Mitigating Cyber Risk after Target, Sony & OPM: A Legal, Policy & Contractual Analysis
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Updated: Aug 31, 2026