Primary Practice Areas
Contract Claims
While performing on government contracts, contractors often face unexpected increases in costs, performance timelines, and other issues requiring them to file requests for equitable adjustments and claims against the federal government. TILLIT LAW clients receive dependable counsel spanning the entire contract claims lifecycle under the Contract Disputes Act, including the initial development of REAs and claims. Fully understanding that claims litigation is an expensive and time-consuming process, the firm provides zealous representation of client interests in any negotiations with the government regarding their claims.
When clients are unable to obtain the desired outcomes for their claims in proceedings before the contracting officer, Sareesh helps them navigate the procedural and substantive complexities of claims litigation at the relevant Board of Contract Appeals. The firm's focus on contract claims and performance issues ensures that clients can confidently seek counsel on a wide range of matters, including but not limited to:
- Breach of Contract & Administration Issues
- Changes & Modifications
- Convenience & Default Terminations
- Delays
- Pricing of Adjustments
Warranties & Inspections
Contractors serve as valuable partners to the federal government so it can achieve its contractual objectives. Sareesh understands that his clients take this important role seriously. The firm similarly strives to be a trusted long-term legal partner to its clients performing on federal contracts. With the firm’s focus on developing and maintaining long-term relationships with its clients, contractors can confidently turn to TILLIT LAW, knowing that they will receive consistently reliable federal contracts counsel to help resolve their claims.
As the founder and principal of a small law practice in an industry dominated by large firms, Sareesh understands the importance of managing costs while achieving desired results. As a result, the firm offers its clients some of the most competitive rates in the government contracts legal industry without compromising the quality and excellence of legal services TILLIT LAW clients deserve and have come to expect.
So that existing and prospective clients may understand and stay up to date with developments, regulations, and precedents, the firm provides a dedicated section of Featured Insights articles on contract claims issues on its website and other firm channels. Existing clients also access articles relevant to their industry and circumstances on their dedicated Client Portal. Some of the most recent articles relevant to contract claims are included on this page.
Featured Insights
Requesting the CO’s Final Decision on a Claim within a Specified Period
Sareesh Rawat, Esq.
The Contract Disputes Act (CDA) requires that a contractor present its claim to the contracting officer (CO) before an appeal or suit may be properly filed on that claim. This presentment requirement can be characterized as the linchpin of the contract appeals process under the CDA and is also the last clear chance for the government and the contractor to avoid appeals litigation. Once the contractor submits its claim to the CO, the CDA...
moreConsiderations in Filing Contract Interpretation Claims with Significant Monetary Consequences
Sareesh Rawat, Esq.
A federal contract interpretation claim may involve requests for the meaning of contractual words, determination of the manner in which the contractor must undertake performance or supply of missing terms. Since the Contract Disputes Act (CDA) does not define a claim, adjudicative forums look to the definition of a claim provided in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). The FAR § 2.101 defines a claim as a written demand or assertion by...
moreDetermining the Appropriate Respondent Agency in Appealing Blanket Purchase Agreement Claims
Sareesh Rawat, Esq.
The government establishes a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with qualified sources when it anticipates having repetitive needs for supplies or services. Federal Courts and Contract Appeals Boards have repeatedly held that a BPA is not a contract because it lacks mutuality of consideration between the government and its contractor, which is an essential element for the formation of a contract. Instead, a BPA is an overarching framework of...
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