
Morrison Foerster continues to handle high-stakes bid protests before the United States Court of Federal Claims and the Government Accountability Office for leading tech companies, startups, pharmaceutical companies and healthcare providers, as well as advising on false claims act (FCA) and other investigations, cybersecurity matters, M&A transactions and contract litigation. The team is based in Washington DC and led jointly by Tina Reynolds and Alex Ward, the former handling cybersecurity, FCA investigations and general contract compliance matters while the latter is highly experienced in bid protests, contract litigation and external disputes. Further key practitioners include Kevin Mullen, who handles high value bid protests, Damien Specht, who is highly regarded in government contracts transactions, Sandeep Nandivada and James Tucker who support on high stakes bid protests. Locke Bell was made partner in January 2024 and has expert knowledge in FCA lawsuits, M&A transactions and IP rights under government contracts. Preeminent government contracts practitioner Jay DeVecchio retired in December 2024.
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Témoignages
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- 'Very good commercial knowledge. Unique understanding of government contracts regulations. Availability and understanding the urgency of M&A workstreams.'
- 'What sets this practice apart is its unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and client-centric service. The team’s unique blend of deep industry expertise and forward-thinking strategies consistently delivers exceptional results, making them a standout in the field.'
- 'Morrison Foerster professional performance was a cut above other firms we have used!'
- 'Damien Specht is very commercial; able to provide real business advice.'
- 'Sandeep Nandivada stands out for his strategic thinking and mastery of complex problem-solving. Sandeep's leadership inspires confidence, and his collaborative approach ensures that every project benefits from both strategic insight and meticulous attention to detail.'
- 'Andrew Turnbull is distinguished by his deep expertise and exceptional communication skills. He has a unique ability to simplify complex concepts, making them accessible to clients and team members alike.'
- 'Kevin Mullen’s team was extraordinary and attentive to our needs. Highly recommend this interactive and collaborative firm.'
Clients clés
- Northrop Grumman Corporation
- Hanford Tank Disposition Alliance, LLC
- Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. (KKR)
- V2X Inc. (formerly Vectrus and Vertex Aerospace)
- Arlington Capital Partners
- Sagewind Capital
- Enlightenment Capital
- IAP Worldwide Services
- AECOM
- Eaton
Points forts
- Represented NGC in bid protests and related counseling for some of the largest procurements the company pursues, in sensitive investigations matters, and in all phases of claims and disputes with the U.S. government.
- Represented HTDA in its successful protest of a $45 billion DOE contract award at the COFC.
- Advised Kohlberg, Kravis, Roberts & Co on government contracts and national security regulatory work for its $4 billion acquisition of Broadcom’s End-User Computing Division.
Avocats
Les grands avocats du marché
Avocats associés reconnus parmi les leaders du marché par leurs pairs et leurs clients, régulièrement présents dans les grands dossiers dans lesquels ils sont au premier plan.
Responsable de la pratique
Tina Reynolds; Alex Ward
Autres avocats clés
Kevin Mullen; Damien Specht; Sandeep Nandivada; James Tucker; Locke Bell; Caitlin Crujido; Andrew Turnbull