Biography
Jon DeVore’s practice concentrates on business transactions; government contracting; small business, teaming and joint ventures, Native American law; veteran and small business development and compliance; 8(a) programs; natural resources; federal land use, ANILCA litigation, government concessions; transportation; administrative law; and federal legislative and administrative advocacy. He has extensive litigation, regulatory and legislative experience in Washington, D.C. and Alaska. Jon has served as an expert witness in SBA fraud and corporate compliance, is a frequent presenter at business conferences, and serves as an adjunct professor on government contracting.
In Jon’s professional life, he finds fulfillment in helping clients solve and succeed in their legal needs. In his personal life, he and his growing family enjoy playing and watching hockey, as well as exploring new adventures on land, in water and in the air.
Education
- California Western School of Law, San Diego, California
- J.D. – 1986
- Beloit College
- B.A. – 1976
- American University of Beirut, Lebanon
- 1974
Admitted to Practice
- U.S. Supreme Court
- U.S. Court of Federal Claims
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit
- U.S. District Courts, District of Alaska, 1986; District of Columbia, 2005
Practice Areas
Professional Associations
- Rotary Club of Anchorage-Hillside (Past President)
- Member of the Chapin Society of Beloit College
Past Positions
- U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski, Chief Counsel and Legislative Director
- U.S. Small Business Administration, District Counsel
- District of Alaska, Special Assistant U.S. Attorney
- U.S. Senator Frank Murkowski, Senior Legislative Assistant
- U.S. Senator Ted Stevens, Staff Assistant
Honors
- Department of Justice Award for Superior Performance as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney
- SBA General Counsel Award of Excellence
- SBA District Office Employee of the Year
- Alaska’ Legal Elite 2025 (Native Law)