Government contractors have a unique set of legal needs that require an in-depth understanding of the complexities of the bidding process, claims and government investigations, to name only a few. WTHF has built a successful practice based on three decades of construction, surety and government contracts experience to help companies navigate the challenges that come with working with the government. Whether a construction, service or supply contract, WTHF’s clients receive one-on-one attention and efficient legal expertise—saving time and money, and securing results.
“You need to be an expert on how the U.S. government contracting network works, as well as someone who knows construction law inside out—and this firm is both.” –2008 Chambers USA Guide to America's Leading Business Lawyers
How We Help
We partner with our clients to provide a broad range of services related to government contracts:
- Interpreting terms and conditions of solicitations
- Negotiating subcontracts, joint venture agreements, teaming agreements and license terms and conditions
- Handling all aspects of contract claims and terminations
- Preparing and litigating bid protest
- Resolving prime-subcontractor disputes
- Responding to government audits and defective pricing situations
- Updating compliance programs and advising as to self-disclosures
- Responding to government investigations, including false claims, false statements, program fraud and special pleas in qui tam lawsuits
“Our clients are not just a number. Each one is unique and we partner with them to make sure their projects are successful. And the fact that we’re a boutique firm means we can be more flexible and quickly respond to our clients’ needs.” –Tim Heffernan, Partner
Not just construction. WTHF represents clients not only with government construction projects, but those with service and supply contracts as well.
In the heart of it. Based in the Washington, DC area, WTHF is just steps away from the heart of the federal government. This proximity means we have a finger on the pulse of government and increased access.
From the big to the small. WTHF has worked with companies of all sizes—from Fortune 500 to small businesses. Our goal is always the same: to ensure our clients’ success.
Proactive planning. WTHF attorneys are experts in assessing corporate compliance programs and offer a wide array of in-house seminars to assist in training employees engaged in administering government contracts.
