Government Contracts: The Elite
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 4
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Provided by Holland & Knight LLP
Holland & Knight's Government Contracts Group guides clients through all phases of the procurement process, including forming teaming arrangements, responding to solicitations and compliance with contractual requirements and the Federal Acquisition Regulation. Our group provides guidance in handling bid protests, prime/subcontractor litigation, claims and disputes, and defense of enforcement matters, including suspension and debarment matters, False Claims Act litigation, FCPA compliance and government audits and investigations. We represent government contractors of all sizes and across a wide array of industries. Our Group has considerable experience in matters involving the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). We also advise clients on domestic preference requirements applicable to U.S. procurement including the Buy America/American Acts, the Trade Agreements Act and the Berry Amendment. We work closely with the firm’s Government Contracts M&A practice, which is among the largest in the country, and draw on the regional and substantive reach of practitioners across the firm in complementary areas such as state and local procurement law, international law, cybersecurity, labor and employment, white collar defense and construction. We have broad, in-depth experience in all facets of U.S. government contracts law as well as international government contracts law and can assist whether an issue involves regulatory compliance, litigation or a transaction.
Chambers Review
Holland & Knight LLP is a regular player in the government contracts arena, recognized for its success in bid protests. The firm draws on substantial strength in its corporate and M&A practice, along with industry expertise in the construction and real estate sectors. It frequently advises on enforcement defense matters, including compliance and False Claims Act work. Active at federal, state and local levels. The group has a notable focus on counseling contractors in the defense, aerospace, IT and engineering sectors.
Work Highlights
- Holland & Knight LLP represented Health Net Community Solutions in successful bid protests to win back Medicaid contracts in California.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team is proactive in addressing arising issues relevant to our industry."
"The firm includes a number of different attorneys that can handle a wide variety of issues."
"Holland & Knight is well aware of the commercial marketplace and the role of the government contracting industry."
"The team is proactive in addressing arising issues relevant to our industry."
"The firm includes a number of different attorneys that can handle a wide variety of issues."
"Holland & Knight is well aware of the commercial marketplace and the role of the government contracting industry."
Notable Practitioners
David Black has a strong track record of successfully representing clients in significant bid protests before the GAO. He also handles prime-subcontractor disputes and advises on contract procurements.
"David is well-versed in the field and has a practical understanding of the industry."
Holly Roth is routinely called upon to represent clients in high-stakes bid protests, suspension and debarment matters, and other claims. She has further experience providing clients with counsel on internal investigations.
"Holly is incredibly smart."
"Holly has a deep breadth of knowledge and always provides sound advice."
"Her strategic thinking is impressive."
"Holly listens to very complex, technical topics and pulls out the relevant legal issues."
Robert Tompkins is a seasoned government contracts attorney with in-depth knowledge of procurement law, and is known for representing clients in high-stakes bid protests before the Court of Federal Claims.
"Robert is an invaluable resource."
"He provides excellent service."