Government Contracts Compliance, 2013 ed.:Leading Lawyers on Understanding Enforcement Trends and Updating Compliance Programs (Inside the Minds)

Government Contracts Compliance provides an authoritative, insider's perspective on guiding clients through the legal issues that arise when working with state and federal government agencies. Written by partners from some of the nation's leading law firms, this book discusses ways to prevent litigation, structure solid contracts, and negotiate with agency representatives. From understanding patent rights to ensuring compliance with labor regulations, these top partners advise readers on the best paths for anticipating and addressing government contracts concerns. Additionally, these leading attorneys examine trends such as enforcement of the False Claims Act and the need for increased cyber-security when working with defense agencies. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts around the keys to success within this ever-changing field.

Inside the Minds provides readers with proven business and legal intelligence from leading C-Level executives and lawyers. Each chapter offers thought leadership and expert analysis on an industry, profession, or topic, providing a future-oriented perspective and proven strategies for success. Each author has been selected based on their experience and C-Level standing within the business and legal communities.

Chapters Include:

1. Eleanor M. Yost, Partner, Goodwin Proctor LLP - "Contractor and University Patent Rights in Federally Funded Inventions Following the Stanford V. Roche Supreme Court Decision"
2.Alex D. Tomaszczuk, Partner, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLC - "Government Contracts Compliance in Light of the Circle C Decision"
3. Peter J. Comodeca, Partner, Calfee Halter & Griswold LLP - "Working with New and Experienced Government Contractors"
4. Andrew E. Shipley, Partner, Perkin Coie, LLP - "Trends in False Claims Act Litigation"
5. Keith R. Szeliga, Partner, Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP - "What Every Contractor Should Know About Hiring Former Executive Branch Employees"
6. Nathanael D. Hartland, Principal, Miles & Stockbridge PC - "Protecting Your IP Rights in the Government Contracts Context"
7. Jackson W. Moore Jr. Partner, Smith Anderson Blount Dorsett Mitchell & Jernigan LLP - "Cybersecurity, Counterfeit Parts, and the Government Contractor"