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Update on Government Contracts M&A

Client Alert | less than 1 min read | 04.23.18

Recently, partner Peter Eyre discussed the latest developments and considerations in the government contracts mergers and acquisitions market. Talking with host Roger Waldron on Federal News Radio’s “Off the Shelf” program, they covered factors driving the increase in M&A activities, identifying best practices for due diligence, and providing thoughts on future trends. To hear the full interview, please click here.

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Client Alert | 5 min read | 12.23.25

An ITAR-ly Critical Reminder of Cybersecurity Requirements: DOJ Settles with Swiss Automation, Inc.

Earlier this month, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that Swiss Automation Inc., an Illinois-based precision machining company, agreed to pay $421,234 to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act (FCA) by inadequately protecting technical drawings for parts delivered to Department of Defense (DoD) prime contractors.  This settlement reflects DOJ's persistent emphasis on cybersecurity compliance across all levels of the defense industrial base, reaching beyond prime contractors to encompass subcontractors and smaller suppliers.  The settlement is also a reminder to all contractors not to overlook the often confusing relationship between Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and export-controlled information....