ACC NCR: Government Contracts Claims & Disputes Update

This presentation will focus on new and emerging issues in government contracts claims and disputes, including traps for the unwary regarding jurisdiction and statutes of limitations, as well as issues related to prime-subcontractor disputes.

Among other things, the panelists will address (1) key considerations for contractors when preparing Requests for Equitable Adjustment (REA) and claims; (2) takeaways from recent case law addressing what constitutes a claim under the Contract Disputes Act (CDA) versus an REA, including common pitfalls when preparing claims, and (3) considerations related to prime-subcontractor disputes, including choice of law, dispute settlement, and teaming agreements. 

The forensic accountant panelist will also discuss best practices related to identifying and collecting evidence of costs in litigation.  Attendees will learn about the latest legal developments related to claims and disputes involving government contracts and take away practical considerations and strategies to reduce risks and efficiently manage disputes.

Presented by Seth Locke and Alexander Canizares, Partners at Perkins Coie, Patrick Jensen, Partner at HKA, and Nina Samuels, Associate General Counsel at Booz Allen Hamilton.

1.5 Hours of VA MCLE pending.

 Agenda:

12:00 - 12:30 pm - Lunch and networking (in-person)

12:30 pm - 2:00 pm - Panel Presentation (in-person and via webcast)