PilieroMazza Distinguished for Legal Excellence in 2026 Chambers USA Ranking
PilieroMazza is proud to announce that Chambers USA distinguishes the Firm’s Government Contracts Group among the nation’s elite—earning the highest nationwide ranking for the Group’s work with government contractors. Additionally, Isaias “Cy” Alba, IV , earned his first national ranking in Government Contracts, reflecting Cy’s exceptional leadership and extensive experience guiding clients through every stage of the federal procurement lifecycle. Cy remarked: “I’m honored to receive this recognition from Chambers USA alongside such an exceptional Government Contracts team. Our clients are navigating an increasingly complex and fast-moving procurement environment, and . . . Read More
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – June 4, 2026
The Weekly Update recaps recent legislative and regulatory updates affecting government contractors and commercial businesses. If you have questions concerning this content, please email marketing@pilieromazza.com . _____________________________________________ Introducing the PilieroMazza Foundation, PilieroMazza News, Jon Williams PilieroMazza is proud to announce the launch of the PilieroMazza Foundation , a charitable initiative that reflects the firm’s longstanding commitment to service, community involvement, and giving back. Building on a tradition of supporting causes that matter to our attorneys, staff, clients, and communities, the Foundation will serve as a platform for . . . Read More
PilieroMazza Attorneys Recognized in 2026 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
PilieroMazza is proud to announce that several of the firm’s attorneys—across multiple practice areas, including Government Contracts , Construction , Labor & Employment , and Litigation & Dispute Resolution —were selected for inclusion in the 2026 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. Super Lawyers recognizes attorneys who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement, while Rising Stars honors outstanding lawyers who are either 40 years old or younger or in practice for 10 years or less. “We are honored to see our attorneys recognized for their dedication . . . Read More
Introducing the PilieroMazza Foundation
PilieroMazza is proud to announce the launch of the PilieroMazza Foundation , a charitable initiative that reflects the firm’s longstanding commitment to service, community involvement, and giving back. Building on a tradition of supporting causes that matter to our attorneys, staff, clients, and communities, the Foundation will serve as a platform for meaningful philanthropy, employee volunteerism, and community engagement. The Foundation’s mission is to expand access to legal services for individuals and organizations that cannot afford them, improve the lives of veterans and . . . Read More
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – May 28, 2026
The Weekly Update recaps recent legislative and regulatory updates affecting government contractors and commercial businesses. If you have questions concerning this content, please email marketing@pilieromazza.com . _____________________________________________ GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS House Small Business Committee Unanimously Advances “Rule of Two” Bill Toward Full House Vote, PilieroMazza Client Alert, Antonio R. Franco , Jacqueline K. Unger In a significant development for the small business federal contracting community, the House Small Business Committee unanimously approved an amended version of H.R. 2804 , the Protecting Small Business Competitions Act of 2025, advancing legislation that would codify the . . . Read More
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – May 21, 2026
The Weekly Update recaps recent legislative and regulatory updates affecting government contractors and commercial businesses. If you have questions concerning this content, please email marketing@pilieromazza.com . _____________________________________________ GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS Ending Discrimination in Government Contracting Act Proposes to Eliminate Preferences for 8(a) and WOSB Firms, PilieroMazza Blog, Antonio R. Franco , Emily A. Reid , Kristine “Krissy” Crallé On April 27, 2026, Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) and Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) introduced companion bills called “Ending Discrimination in Government Contracting Act.” The bills (H.R. 8511) and (S. 4390) seek to . . . Read More
PilieroMazza’s Jessica duHoffmann Honored with Maryland Legal Aid’s Enduring Justice Award
PilieroMazza is proud to announce that Jessica duHoffmann received the “Enduring Justice Award” at Maryland Legal Aid’s 27th Annual Equal Justice Awards Breakfast . Jessica’s dedication to advancing equal justice and serving communities throughout Maryland reflects the firm’s ongoing dedication to advocacy, service, and meaningful impact. We celebrate Jessica, along with all of this year’s honorees, for their leadership, achievements, and lasting contributions to expanding access to justice for those in need throughout Maryland and beyond. Visit this link to learn more about Maryland Legal Aid. About Jessica duHoffmann Jessica leads PilieroMazza’s Construction Group , . . . Read More
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – May 14, 2026
The Weekly Update recaps recent legislative and regulatory updates affecting government contractors and commercial businesses. If you have questions concerning this content, please email marketing@pilieromazza.com . _____________________________________________ GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS House Committee to Consider Legislation Codifying the Rule of Two for Small Business Set-Asides, PilieroMazza Client Alert, Antonio R. Franco , Jacqueline K. Unger On Wednesday, May 20, the House Committee on Small Business is scheduled to consider legislation that would codify the Rule of Two into federal law. Stakeholders have a near-term opportunity to show support . . . Read More
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – May 7, 2026
The Weekly Update recaps recent legislative and regulatory updates affecting government contractors and commercial businesses. If you have questions concerning this content, please email marketing@pilieromazza.com . _____________________________________________ GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS Executive Order (EO): Promoting Efficiency, Accountability, and Performance in Federal Contracting On April 30, the President issued an EO establishing the Administration’s policy that fixed-price contracts with performance-based considerations serve as the default and preferred method of procurement to advance cost predictability and budget discipline, appropriate contractor incentives and accountability, and streamlined procurement and contract . . . Read More
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – April 30, 2026
The Weekly Update recaps recent legislative and regulatory updates affecting government contractors and commercial businesses. If you have questions concerning this content, please email marketing@pilieromazza.com . _____________________________________________ GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Overhaul Class Deviations On April 20, class deviations for FAR Parts 9 (Contractor Qualifications), 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services), 22 (Application of Labor Laws to Government Acquisitions), and 52 (Solicitation Provisions and Contract Clauses) were updated based on the Trump Administration’s Executive Order banning . . . Read More