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Federal Government Contract Lawyers

Solving Your Federal Procurement Law Problems Promptly and Aggressively.

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 Federal government contracting is more complex and demanding than in the traditional marketplace. You can be subject to many regulations, statutes and legal decisions. Although a very lucrative business venture, the risk of performing government contracts without legal counsel can sometimes result in adverse decisions that can cripple your company. Watson & Associates Government Contracts Practice Group offers a full-service practice with the breadth and experience required to effectively overcome costly mistakes and resolve your problems effectively.  The reality is that agencies take you more seriously when you are represented by attorneys that can speak their language. A critical approach to build trusting relationships with our clients is to provide them with concise answers, clear direction and sound advice. We are results oriented and have challenged adverse decisions by federal agencies. See recent success against the SBA.

Government Contract Services

We are a single problem-solving resource. Businesses now can solve disputes using a single source of government lawyers. Having to resort to several lawyers to resolve various actions can be confusing and disastrous. By understanding the various issues that can arise in federal procurement, each attorney in our law firm is assigned cases in individualized areas of law.  This way, we are in  a better position to serve as a one-stop resource for businesses across the country.We provide you with legal assistance and consulting for a wide array of government contracting matters, including:

See other representative outcomes  from the firm. 

 

Clients come to us for our in-depth experience and skill that can bring resolution  to common issues related to contract compliance, claims preparation and litigation, GAO bid protests, SBA size protests, government investigations, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) guidance and contract terminations.

 

Aggressively representing and defending your rights:  As a small business or large corporation, we strive to aggressively seek prompt resolution to common agency mistakes and unfair adverse actions. Your business must continue to function while handling stressful situations.  The unfortunate reality is that agencies do in fact adopt common strategies to force you to concede and give up your rights. We are here to corner off and minimize these outcomes. For example, a commonly used tactic is to deny valid claims submitted by contractors, in hope that they will accept lower settlements. The law prohibits this practice and our law firm will help you to overcome these hurdles. Some of our practice group members have been on the other side.  This undoubtedly strengthens our government contracting core capabilities.

 

Our firm helps a diverse group of procurement clients. Therefore, we aim to understand each company’s industry practice when we serve as government contracts counsel.  Our law firm represents start-ups and FORTUNE 500 companies, both US and international entities, government and private corporations, and both for-profit and not-for-profit organizations. Our clients come to us from a variety of industries, including information technology, health-care, financial services, professional services, real estate, aerospace and defense, construction companies, engineering and manufacturers. Our lawyers represent many successful providers in the federal marketplace.

 

Why Choose Watson & Associates, LLC.

  • In-depth knowledge of federal procurement law: Each client has an attorney dedicated to serve as their outside general counsel and to aggressively pursue the root cause of the problem. That attorney oversees the client’s legal representation and consistently strives to assist in his or her business’ success.
  • Client-Centered Service: We take the time to answer your questions, and we will discuss all of your options in order to work toward a prompt resolution that provides the best outcome for your situation.
  • Cost-Effective and Aggressive Counsel: We work to understand our clients’ business methods and objectives, which allows our attorneys to provide aggressive and more cost-effective representation.  We have often gone against the big Washington, DC firms and have achieved results.

 

Effective Legal Counsel for Businesses and Government Contractors

Large corporations have inside counsel, who are familiar with the operations of the company. Traditional business law and state experience does not fully complement the problems associated with federal procurement law. Our contract attorneys fill the gap by distinguishing commercial practices and applying federal procurement law and authority. This is the only viable method to accomplish results with a government contracting issue. Our dedicated lawyers will become familiar with your operation in order to provide you with efficient legal representation.

The government is cracking down on contractor accountability. Therefore, agencies are looking at contractors with a larger ‘magnifying glass.’ Watson will help you to develop internal controls and policies that minimize adverse actions. We are not afraid to deal with the agency head-on when it comes to resolution of your specific case. Call us to discuss how we can further help you. 

 

Our Attorneys Have Actual Federal Government Contracting Experience 

Watson’s government contracts practice group is comprised of professionals that have actually worked for government contracting agencies.  In addition to understanding the law, we have first-hand experience of how the government contractinggovernment thinks, and certainly the mistakes it makes in federal procurement.  You will get the combined expertise of former contracting officers, outside experts in cost accounting and claims.

Watson & Associates is home to some of the most experienced government contracts lawyers in the country. We handle virtually all legal aspects of federal procurement. This includes claims, litigation, small business matters, terminations, and bid protests.

 

Attorneys: Joanne Rupprecht  Idris Keith

Alternate: Theodore Watson  John Dougherty

 

Claims Preparation and Litigation: We offer clients a broad and deep claims litigation practice, assisting in all aspects of government contracts litigation, including preparation and pursuit of large, complex claims against the US government and defense against government claims. Our government attorneys represent clients in claims resulting from contract termination, breach of contract claims, scope of contract changes, defective pricing, cost disallowances, deficient performance, noncompliance with cost accounting standards, disputes and claims related to Multiple Award Schedule contracts, and many other disputes under the Contract Disputes Act of 1978. Our representation reaches several industries, including defense and aerospace,construction, electronics, financial services, professional services, information technology, health care, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices and equipment.

 

Bid Protests: As government contract law attorneys, we frequently represent small and large businesses in bid protests at the agency and GAO levels. If you are challenging contract awards or seeking intervention to retain awarded contracts, our government procurement lawyers can help with:

  •   Sole source contracts
  •   Task orders and IDIQ contracts
  •   Federal Supply Schedule contracts
  •   Competitive range determinations
  •   Meaningful discussions
  •   Organizational Conflicts of Interest
  •   Past performance evaluations
  •   Disparate treatment and consistent evaluations
  •   Best value determinations and cost-technical trade-offs

 

Small Business Programs: Watson & Associates government contract law attorneys help clients take advantage of small business programs administered by the Small Business Administration (SBA). Our attorneys possess extensive experience in counseling on the risks and opportunities that the SBA’s regulations and programs present for both small businesses and large firms. including those related to the affiliation rules, small business subcontracting plans, the North American Industry Classification System codes and size standards, the Small Business Innovation Research and Mentor-Protégé joint venture, and the small business set-aside, HUBZone, SBA 8a certification, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business contracting. Our attorneys have extensive experience handling small business appeals before the SBA Office of Hearings and Appeals (SBAOHA).

 

Nationwide and Overseas Representation

Federal law allows our government contract lawyers to represent clients regardless of their resident state. Watson & Associates can represent businesses in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, U.S. Virgin Islands, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Our U.S. firm also helps DOD contractors in Afghanistan and Iraq construction efforts.

Cities in which we practice include Anchorage, AK; Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Chicago, IL; Colorado Springs, CO; Dallas, TX; Denver, Colorado; Indianapolis, IN; Las Vegas, NV; Los Angeles, CA; Miami, FL; Philadelphia, PA; San Antonio, TX; San Diego, CA; San Francisco, CA; San Jose, CA; Santa Clara, CA; and Tampa, FL.

 

Contact us

If you seek a prompt and cost-effective resolution to a federal procurement matter, contact our Denver, Colorado based government contracts attorneys today.

Call Watson & Associates toll free at (866) 601-5518.