Matt has advocated for both protesters and awardees before the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), the Court of Federal Claims, procuring agencies, and the Small Business Administration Office of Hearings and Appeals. He also defends individuals and companies facing Procurement Integrity Act allegations and federal investigations involving the False Claims Act, helping clients mitigate risk and navigate high-stakes government enforcement actions.
Recently, Matt helped a space launch services company challenge a $4.5 billion dollar Air Force solicitation, leading to corrective action and a revised evaluation scheme. He also secured a favorable outcome for a large defense contractor in the protest of a $300 million contract award, where the GAO recommended corrective action and awarded attorney’s fees to the protester.
With in-house counsel experience at government contracting firms in the information technology and space launch sections, Matt brings a practical, business-oriented approach to legal challenges. He advises clients on joint ventures, teaming arrangements, data rights, and small-business size affiliation rules, helping them maximize contracting opportunities while ensuring regulatory compliance. His experience spans small business procurements to multibillion dollar acquisitions, equipping clients with the insight and legal strategies needed to protect their interests and secure government contracts.
