The False Claims Act is the federal government’s primarily litigation tool in combating fraud. Throughout the years, there has been a significant increase in enforcement activity under the civil and criminal False Claim Acts, both by direct government action and by private qui tam relators. In fiscal year 2014 alone, the United States recovered nearly $6 billion in False Claims Act settlements and judgments. Many states, as well as the District of Columbia, also have False Claims Act statutes that can be utilized to independently recover state funds lost to alleged fraud. Thus, it is critical that any government contractor subject to an investigation or charged under the False Claims Act immediately seek seasoned counsel.
Our government contract attorneys are also internationally recognized trial attorneys who regularly defend clients against fraud allegations, both throughout federal and state investigations and at trial. Many of our government contract attorneys previously served as government prosecutors before coming to private practice. We know the courts and investigating agencies, and understand how government prosecutors think. This specialized knowledge allows our attorneys to develop a tailor-made strategy based on the anticipated tactics and theories of prosecutors or investigators. The result is a proactive, thorough and analytical approach to defense that is necessary given the high-stakes involved in False Claims Act cases.
The proven attorneys at the Federal Practice Group have over a century of combined experience successfully assisting federal employees, government contractors, and military personnel through the most difficult periods of their lives and careers. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.
The Federal Practice Group provides skilled, results-driven representation. Through their thorough and aggressive representation of clients, our attorneys have earned a reputation throughout the legal community as relentless advocates who leave no stone unturned. This passionate, exacting approach yields results for our clients.