Overview
The recent rollout of the US Department of Justice’s (DOJ) National Fraud Enforcement Division signals a new era of heightened scrutiny for Government contractors and recipients of grants and other Federal financial assistance. With Federal agencies intensifying their focus on procurement fraud, contractors and recipients face an increasingly complex enforcement landscape marked by expanded regulatory coordination, stricter compliance expectations, and the growing use of civil, criminal, and administrative enforcement tools. Understanding these evolving dynamics is critical for organizations seeking to navigate emerging risks and regulatory priorities.
Members of our Global White-Collar and Government Investigations and Government Contracts Groups hosted a comprehensive webinar designed to help Government contractors, recipients of Federal financial assistance, and their advisors anticipate, mitigate, and respond to heightened enforcement risks related to procurement fraud and investigations. Our speakers provided practical insights into current enforcement trends, compliance best practices, and strategic approaches for managing internal investigations and regulatory inquiries.
Discussion topics included:
- Enforcement scrutiny of perceived “illegal” diversity, equity, and inclusion programs
- Domestic sourcing and preference requirements, including Build America, Buy America, and trade agreements
- Cybersecurity compliance as an ongoing focus of fraud and False Claims Act enforcement
- DOJ’s National Fraud Enforcement Division’s impact on compliance and enforcement
- Heightened audit scrutiny of grants and other Federal financial assistance programs that do not advance current administration policy priorities
- Practical risk-mitigation strategies for Government contractors and recipients facing increased enforcement pressure
McDermott Will & Schulte’s Enforcement Outlook webinar series is designed to keep you up to date on the enforcement trends that might impact your organization’s compliance strategy. For more materials related to past episodes, visit our Enforcement Outlook Series hub.