ABA 2025 PCL Fall Forum

Fenwick partner Ben Kingsley will be on the Red Flags and Risk Zones: Enforcement in the Procurement Universe Panel at the ABA 2025 PCL Fall Forum taking place from November 13-15 in Reston, VA.

As enforcement priorities shift and regulatory scrutiny intensifies, government contractors face increasing exposure to civil and criminal investigations and compliance risks. This panel will explore the latest trends in enforcement actions affecting contractors, including False Claims Act developments, procurement fraud, cybersecurity enforcement, and corporate compliance expectations. Panelists—comprising former prosecutors and defense counsel—will offer practical insights into how companies can proactively manage risk, respond to investigations, and align with evolving enforcement priorities.

Learning objectives:

At the end of this session, attendees will be able to:

• Identify key enforcement trends impacting government contractors, including DOJ and agency-specific priorities.
• Understand recent developments in False Claims Act litigation, including whistleblower activity and materiality standards.
• Evaluate the impact of cybersecurity and supply chain enforcement on compliance programs and contract performance.
• Assess best practices for internal investigations, voluntary disclosures, and cooperation with enforcement authorities.
• Anticipate emerging risks related to DEI, AI, and data privacy in the context of government contracting.
• Strengthen corporate compliance programs to mitigate enforcement exposure and enhance organizational resilience.