Government Contracts: The Elite
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
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Crowell & Moring LLP has a sophisticated federal and state government contracting group, providing expert advice on the full range of regulatory and transactional concerns. The firm fields a strong bench of seasoned practitioners with diverse litigation capabilities, notably in the areas of bid protests and costs disputes. It boasts a broad range of industry expertise with clients spanning defense and aerospace to private equity and healthcare. The team is frequently sought out to conduct internal investigations and defend government contractors facing exclusion.
Work Highlights
- Crowell & Moring LLP defended Lenovo in multiple protests that challenged the award by the US Department of Veterans Affairs of a nearly $425 million task order for computer equipment.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm has a tremendous amount of experience and expertise."
"Crowell and Moring is an immensely helpful resource and the team is great to work with."
"Crowell and Moring has experts who know the law inside and out combined with a deep understanding of how the government operates."
"The firm has a tremendous amount of experience and expertise."
"Crowell and Moring is an immensely helpful resource and the team is great to work with."
"Crowell and Moring has experts who know the law inside and out combined with a deep understanding of how the government operates."
Notable Practitioners
Amy Laderberg O'Sullivan's particular areas of focus include bid protests, which are regularly brought before the GAO and Court of Federal Claims.
"Amy is exceptional and understands the nuances of government contracts. She has deep bid protest experience."
"Amy is creative and smart."
Daniel Forman is recognized for his prowess in bid protests, arguing high-stakes cases before the Court of Federal Claims. He also has significant experience guiding government contractors through internal investigations.
"He is an expert in this space."
Nicole Owren-Wiest assists clients on a range of government contract matters, including bid protests, cost accounting and compliance.
"Nicole has great practical sense and uses her experience and common sense to navigate gray areas."
Peter Eyre has a notable transactional practice, advising clients on complex due diligence, bid protests before the Government Accountability Office and contract negotiations.
"He always delivers work in a timely matter and anticipates what we need. He gives you a trove of experience when you go to him with a difficult question."
"Peter is smart and encyclopedic on some of the most obscure matters, whilst being supremely practical."
"He is an outstanding partner and it is a delight to work with Peter."
Adelicia Cliffe has a strong reputation for her government contracts practice, with specialist knowledge of Trade Agreements Act compliance and GSA schedule concerns.
"She is a fantastic lawyer with a deep base of knowledge. She has a great business sense and understands our risk tolerance."
John McCarthy is sought out by clients to defend major contract awards. He has notable experience handling protests before the Government Accountability Office and Court of Federal Claims.
Stephen McBrady is recognized for his significant expertise litigating claims involving the US Government. He routinely handles high-value claims before the CBCA and the ASBCA.
"Stephen is an exceptional lawyer and he is strategic."
Sarah Burgart's burgeoning practice in this area sees her regularly advise contractor clients on bid protests claims.
"Sarah is a strong associate."
Ranked Lawyers at
Crowell & Moring LLP
USA - Nationwide