The legal community is closely monitoring the US Supreme Court’s decision to review a procedural question that could have significant implications for government contractors and defendants claiming sovereign immunity. This case involves a private prison operator, GEO Group, which is seeking to immediately appeal a lower court decision. The lower court blocked GEO Group’s attempt…
Brian Wilton has joined McCarter & English as a partner in its government affairs practice, the firm announced recently. Based in Newark, N.J., Wilton transitions from his position as general counsel at NJ Transit, bringing with him a wealth of experience in navigating complex legal frameworks and regulations. In his new role, Wilton will focus…
The Supreme Court’s docket is packed with a variety of cases that touch on critical issues ranging from compassionate release to election law challenges, each presenting unique procedural complexities. In the realm of compassionate release, the Court is revisiting questions arising from the 2018 First Step Act. This act allows federal prisoners to seek sentence…
“`html Gregory Rosen has been appointed as a shareholder at Rogers Joseph O’Donnell, enhancing the firm’s capability in the realms of white collar criminal defense and government contracts. His addition underscores the firm’s commitment to strengthening its practices in Washington. Rosen, previously associated with the Justice Department, will be focusing on representing clients grappling with…
In a strategic move, Dentons has appointed Evan Sherwood as a partner within its government contracts practice, operating out of Washington D.C. This was confirmed by the firm earlier this week. The addition of Sherwood is aligned with Dentons’ objective of strengthening its capabilities in managing complex contractor disputes and compliance issues. Sherwood brings considerable…
Fox Rothschild has strategically bolstered its federal government contracts department with the addition of Luke Levasseur and Evan Williams as partners. As seasoned practitioners, the new hires are poised to enhance the firm’s expertise in government contract disputes and defense sector matters. Luke Levasseur brings substantial experience to the table, particularly in representing government contractors…
In a strategic move to bolster its expertise in government contracts, Troutman Pepper Locke announced the appointment of Michael Barnicle as a partner, stationed at its Chicago office. Barnicle will play a pivotal role as the leader of the firm’s government contracts practice, further aligning with Troutman Pepper’s efforts to enhance its service offerings in…
In a decisive ruling, a US federal district court has permanently enjoined an executive order issued by former President Donald Trump, which targeted the law firm Jenner & Block LLP. The court found that the executive order violated the First Amendment due to its engagement in viewpoint discrimination. Judge John D. Bates of the US…
Zohra Tejani has joined Seyfarth Shaw as a partner within its government contracts practice, strategically located in Washington, D.C. The firm made the announcement on Tuesday. Tejani is known for her adept handling of technology transactions, particularly those involving government entities, thus enhancing Seyfarth’s capabilities in complex governmental procurement and contract management. Tejani brings a…
A ruling was issued by Judge Beryl Howell of the US District Court for the District of Columbia declaring former President Donald Trump’s Executive Order 14230 unconstitutional. The order, which was intended to penalize the law firm Perkins Coie LLP, was labeled by the court as a misuse of executive power and a violation of…
An association consisting of over 700 partners from some of the major American law firms has taken a stand in support of Susman Godfrey in its ongoing legal battle with the Trump administration. The partners, united under the recently formed group Law Firm Partners United (LFPU), have submitted an amicus brief challenging a series of…
A recent legal confrontation between the Trump administration and the prominent law firm WilmerHale took center stage in a federal court hearing, where U.S. District Court Judge Richard Leon scrutinized President Donald Trump’s executive order targeting the firm. Judge Leon, addressing Deputy Associate Attorney General Richard Lawson, questioned the rationale behind the claim that sections…
In a strategic move to bolster its litigation and government contracts practices, law firm Vinson & Elkins has announced the hiring of Alex Canizares as a partner and co-head of its government contracts practice in Washington, D.C. This appointment, announced by the firm on Monday, brings a seasoned litigator with significant expertise in handling complex…
A cohort of 67 former lawyers hailing from prominent corporations such as Microsoft, Eli Lilly, and Intel have banded together to submit an amicus brief addressing concerns over recent executive orders issued by President Donald Trump targeting major law firms. This legal move is in support of Perkins Coie LLP, a firm currently engaged in…
As the Trump administration intensifies its focus on major law firms with executive orders, corporate legal teams must assess the implications of maintaining or severing ties with these firms. These executive orders are seen as a mechanism to deter law firms from representing causes that oppose the administration, by invoking measures such as rescinding security…
Jenner & Block has initiated legal proceedings to permanently obstruct an executive order issued by former President Donald Trump, which has manifested significant challenges for the renowned law firm. The firm contends that the order constitutes a direct infringement of the First Amendment and has officially filed a motion in this regard within the U.S….
The push against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, initially concentrated on federal agencies, is progressively influencing the private sector. While President Donald Trump’s influence might be limited over businesses sans government contracts, the executive orders targeting DEI are compelling employers to scrutinize their current policies. These orders direct the Attorney General and others to…
In a significant development in the legal arena, a federal judge in Washington, D.C., has issued a partial injunction against an executive order from the Trump administration that targeted the prominent law firm WilmerHale. The ruling was handed down on Friday by Judge Richard Leon of the US District Court for the District of Columbia,…
Massachusetts-based defense contractor, MORSECORP, has consented to pay a settlement of $4.6 million following allegations of non-compliance with cybersecurity provisions in its contracts with the Department of the Army and the Department of the Air Force. This agreement addresses claims that MORSECORP violated the False Claims Act by making misleading or deceitful claims regarding its…
The Trump Administration’s Department of Justice (DOJ) is intensifying its enforcement efforts under the False Claims Act (FCA), signaling a broader focus beyond traditional healthcare fraud. While health-care fraud remains a primary source of FCA recoveries, the DOJ is expanding its reach into areas like procurement and pandemic-relief program fraud. According to DOJ Deputy Assistant…
In a notable decision from the federal court in Washington, Judge Beryl Howell has declined the Justice Department’s (DOJ) attempt to disqualify her from a legal suit involving President Donald Trump’s executive order that targets the law firm Perkins Coie. This order, currently contested, could potentially jeopardize government contracts held by Perkins Coie’s clients and…
In a recent escalation of tensions with major law firms, President Donald Trump has issued an executive order that could significantly impact Jenner & Block’s business relationship with its prominent client, General Dynamics. Jenner & Block, founded in Chicago, now faces restrictions on its employees’ access to U.S. government buildings, a revocation of security clearances…
The recent approval by Germany’s parliament of significant spending reforms is poised to provide substantial opportunities for legal professionals. With the Bundestag setting into motion a plan to allocate €1 trillion over the next 12 years towards defense and infrastructure, many business law firms are keen to engage in these promising sectors. Michael Schramm, a…
Legal professionals across the globe face mounting scrutiny as the Trump administration targets key law firms and lawyers, challenging their roles as defenders of democratic principles. Recently, the administration has been accused of actively discouraging legal dissent through actions that some argue violate First Amendment rights and due process. Former Fordham Law School Dean Matthew…
An executive from Cognizant, Steven Schwartz, recently severed ties with the law firm Paul Weiss in the midst of a federal bribery case. The decision follows a recent executive order by former President Donald Trump which targets the firm. The executive order, dated March 14, threatens to cancel government contracts for clients of Paul Weiss…