Release Language in Government Contract Modifications: Drafting and Negotiation Pointers, Lessons From Recent Cases

Mr. Farrell practice is focused on government contracts-related matters including contract claims and disputes, bid protests, and compliance issues. Mr. Farrell previously held various positions at General Dynamics Information Technology, working in the company's GWAC Center where he assisted in managing a portfolio of federal contracts, including General Services Administration Schedules, Government-Wide Acquisition Contracts, and Agency IDIQs. 

Mr. Flesch focuses his practice on government contracts-related litigation, including contract claims and disputes, bid protests, and suspension and debarment. He is widely known as a preeminent expert in government contracts litigation. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Flesch served as the Army Chief Trial Attorney, appointed by the Judge Advocate General of the U.S. Army. In that capacity, he served as the authorized representative of the Secretary of the Army with sole authority and responsibility for the conduct and control of litigation of contract disputes for all Department of the Army cases docketed with the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals and the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, except for appeals originating from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers valued under $3 million. Mr. Flesch has been an adjunct faculty member at The Catholic University of America's Columbus School of Law since 2004 and has taught government contracts for the past 11 years.