Theodore P. Watson: Federal Government Contracts, White Collar & Procurement Defense Attorney
Federal Government Relations Lawyer, Healthcare Fraud & Business Attorney
Theodore P Watson, Esq.
Admitted to the Supreme Court of the United States | U.S. Air Force (Retired)
Bar Admissions
Supreme Court of the United States
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals (ASBCA)
Civilian Board of Contract Appeals (CBCA)
SBA Office of Hearings and Appeals (SBA OHA)
Colorado State Bar
U.S. District Court Colorado
CEO & Founder, Watson & Associates, LLC
Theodore Watson represents Fortune 500 companies, major defense contractors, and emerging businesses in high-stakes government contract litigation and white-collar defense matters. As CEO and founder of Watson & Associates, Mr. Watson has built a nationally recognized practice serving clients across the $530 billion federal contracting sector.
Unique Government Insider Perspective
Following his distinguished Air Force career, Mr. Watson served as a federal contracting executive, managing small business and quality assurance programs worth millions of dollars. This insider experience offers clients unparalleled insight into government procurement processes, source selection procedures, and regulatory compliance requirements that outside counsel cannot match.
Core Practice Areas
• Federal Government Contracts Litigation – Complex disputes before federal courts and administrative boards
• White Collar Criminal Defense – Healthcare fraud, procurement fraud, and SBA program investigations
• False Claims Act Defense – Civil investigative demands, qui tam litigation, and DOJ negotiations
• Government Contractor Defense – Suspension and debarment proceedings, compliance violations
• International Contingency Contracting – Afghanistan, Dubai, and Middle East operations
Representative Experience
Mr. Watson has challenged and upheld contract awards before federal agency tribunals, the Government Accountability Office, the Court of Federal Claims, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. His practice includes defending major corporations against False Claims Act allegations, securing outcomes in COFC bid protest litigation, and negotiating settlements with the Department of Justice in white collar investigations.
Client Base
• Fortune 500 corporations and major DOD contractors
• Small and mid-size government contractors
• Healthcare agencies and providers
• International companies with U.S. government contracts
• Businesses facing federal investigations
Education & Professional Development
• J.D., Cum Laude – Michigan State College of Law (2001)
• B.S., Criminal Justice Administration – Columbia College (1996)
• Government Contracts Level II Certification (2002)
• AAS, Training and Education Management – Community College of the Air Force (1998)
• AAS, Engineering Management – Community College of the Air Force (1997)
Professional Recognition & Contributions
Chambers of commerce frequently call upon Mr. Watson nationwide to address federal procurement issues and legislative impacts on defense contractors. He serves as an adjunct professor teaching business law, criminal law, and constitutional law, and contributes to government policy development.
International Experience
Mr. Watson maintains an active international practice, representing clients in contingency contracting matters across Afghanistan, Dubai, and other Middle Eastern locations where specialized war zone (contingency contracting) procurement expertise is required.
Mr. Watson’s practice is built on delivering results and practical guidance that enable clients to navigate complex federal regulatory requirements while protecting their core business interests.
Contact Information:
Watson & Associates, LLC
Denver: 720.941.7200 | Washington D.C.: 202.827.9750
Toll Free: 1-866-601-5518
Email:
In addition to practicing government contract law throughout the United States, Theodore also serves as a U.S. government contractor lawyer for clients in St. Thomas and the Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, Barbados, the West Indies, Dubai, UAE, Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey,
Contact
To further discuss how Mr. Watson can assist your organization, email him or call 866-601-5518.