Defense Contract Whistleblower Attorney

We Represent Whistleblowers Who Need to Report Fraud Perpetrated By Defense Contractors Worldwide

When a defense contractor commits fraud or any other violation of federal law, the consequences can reverberate around the world. Defense contractors play a critical role in protecting U.S. national security and preserving order on a global scale; and, when they fail to do what is legally required—or when they affirmatively violate the law—it is imperative that they are held duly accountable.

This is where defense contract whistleblowers come into play.

As a federal whistleblower law firm, we represent defense contract whistleblowers worldwide. If you need to report fraud or any other form of wrongdoing to the federal government, our attorneys can help you make informed decisions about your next steps. We can also protect you throughout the process if you decide to come forward; and, if you become eligible for a monetary award, we can work with the government to secure your award on your behalf.

Defense Contract Whistleblowers Play a Key Role in Protecting the Safety of the Armed Forces and the American Public

In many cases, defense contractor personnel are in the best position to report fraud and other forms of misconduct perpetrated by their employers, prime contractors, subcontractors, and other entities. While combating defense contract fraud is a top federal priority, the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) and U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) rely on whistleblowers to expose when civil or criminal enforcement action is warranted.

For these reasons, defense contract whistleblowers are entitled to strict confidentiality and anti-retaliation protections under federal law. Financial incentives are offered to eligible whistleblowers in many cases as well.

Legal Representation for Whistleblowers Who Need to Report All Forms of Government Fraud Under Defense Contracts

Our defense contract whistleblower attorneys help current and former employees (and other individuals) report fraud and other forms of misconduct to the federal government. We handle cases involving issues including (but not limited to):

Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities

Cybersecurity plays an ever-increasing role in protecting U.S. nationals security and members of the U.S. military stationed abroad. When defense contractors are responsible for cybersecurity vulnerabilities that put servicemembers or other American citizens at risk, they can—and should—be held accountable. Our whistleblower lawyers help individuals report inadequate cybersecurity protocols, cybersecurity breaches, and incident response and reporting failures committed by companies working with the DOD worldwide.

False Claims Act Violations (Qui TamCases)

We also help whistleblower clients file complaints against defense contractors under the False Claims Act when warranted. The False Claims Act prohibits defense contractors from submitting “false or fraudulent” claims for reimbursement. False and fraudulent claims can take many forms, including common forms such as:

• Bid and procurement fraud
• Billing for goods in excess of the contract price
• Billing for goods not delivered
• Double-billing
• Failure to meet contract specifications
• Failure to meet other contract requirements (i.e., cybersecurity requirements)
• Material substitution

Again, these are just examples. If you believe that you have evidence of any form of improper billing or overbilling under a federal defense contract, our attorneys can help you make an informed decision about coming forward. We can determine if the information you have in your possession is sufficient to warrant initiating a qui tam case under the False Claims Act, and we can assess your likelihood of securing a financial reward.

Foreign Influence and Threats to National Security

Defense contract whistleblowers can also report cases of foreign influence and threats to national security. This includes cases of bribery and corruption involving foreign officials, non-qualifying subcontractors, and other serious issues. In these cases, it is critical that the truth comes to light—and, in many cases, it is critical that the government has the opportunity to intervene as soon as possible. We represent both domestic and international whistleblowers in these cases.

Securities Fraud

Individuals who work for publicly traded defense contractors and other contractors with outside investors can also file whistleblower complaints involving allegations of securities fraud. Securities violations can take many different forms, and they can harm investors, taxpayers, and the U.S. government. Our attorneys help whistleblowers expose accounting fraud, corporate misrepresentations and omissions, and all other violations of applicable federal securities laws, rules, and regulations.

Tax Fraud and Other Crimes

Whistleblowers can also report tax fraud and other crimes perpetrated by defense contractors, their owners and executives, and other entities and individuals. Tax fraud costs the U.S. government billions of dollars annually; and, in many cases, defense contract fraud, tax fraud, and other federal crimes go hand-in-hand. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is primarily responsible for handling investigations in tax fraud cases, and our attorneys can assess whether you should file a whistleblower with the IRS and/or another federal agency such as the DOD or DOJ.

Why To Choose Our Law Firm to Help You Blow the Whistle on Defense Contract Fraud

If you are thinking about coming forward as a defense contract whistleblower, why should you choose our law firm to represent you? Here is what we have to offer:

• Deep Experience with Federal Whistleblower Representation – All of our attorneys have deep experience representing federal whistleblowers. Along with representing defense contract whistleblowers, we have extensive experience representing several different types of whistleblowers as well.
• Prior Experience Inside of the DOJ – Our team includes attorneys who have prior experience inside of the DOJ. These attorneys prosecuted False Claims Act cases and other statutory violations involving contract fraud and other issues during their tenure with the government.
• Commitment to Protecting and Advocating for Whistleblowers’ Rights – We are committed to protecting our clients’ rights by all means available. This includes protecting our clients’ confidentiality, protecting our clients against retaliation and discrimination, and protecting our clients’ right to monetary compensation (in appropriate cases).
• Team Approach and Clear Communication – We take a team approach in every case we handle, and we prioritize clear communication within our team, with our clients, and with the federal government. When you contact us, you can expect to speak with one of our senior attorneys promptly.
• Strict Confidentiality and No Out–of-Pocket Costs for Whistleblowers – We maintain strict confidentiality at all times, and we do not share any information with the government unless and until our clients authorize us to do so. We represent all whistleblowers at no out-of-pocket cost, with our legal fees (if any) being deducted from our clients’ monetary rewards.

FAQs: Reporting Defense Contract Fraud Under the False Claims Act

Speak with a Defense Contract Whistleblower Attorney in Confidence Today

If you are prepared to serve as a defense contract whistleblower, our attorneys are prepared to help you. If you have questions about serving as a defense contract whistleblower, our attorneys can help you in this scenario as well. To schedule a free, no-obligation consultation as soon as possible, call us at 888-680-1745 or tell us how we can help online now.