Release Language in Government Contract Modifications: Drafting and Negotiation Pointers, Lessons From Recent Cases
Recording of a 90-minute CLE video webinar with Q&A
This CLE webinar will examine recent decisions on the meaning and effect of releases affecting government contracts. The panel will discuss the importance of carefully worded release provisions and will provide tips for ensuring that releases are tailored to the unique circumstances of government contractors.
Outline
- Overview of release provisions
- Case studies and examples
- Supreme Foodservice
- Enfield Enterprises
- Honeywell International
- Takeaways
- Practice tips for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating release provisions
Benefits
The panel will discuss these and other key issues:
- What strategies should counsel consider when drafting and negotiating release provisions in government contracts?
- What pitfalls should counsel and contractors be alert to when reviewing release language?
- How can releases be worded to protect contractors' interests and withstand the scrutiny of a reviewing court or tribunal?
Faculty
Connor W. Farrell
Attorney
Miller & Chevalier
Mr. Farrell practice is focused on government contracts-related matters including contract claims and disputes, bid... | Read More
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.
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Scott N. Flesch
Member
Miller & Chevalier
Mr. Flesch focuses his practice on government contracts-related litigation, including contract claims and... | Read More
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.
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