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Jim E. Perschbach
Partner
Assistant
Terri Coffman210.299.3445
Jim Perschbach's practice is concentrated in matters involving commercial contracting and litigation. His particular focus has been on matters involving regulatory compliance such as False Claims Act litigation, public contracting and commercial insurance coverage. While Mr. Perschbach practices in the trial section, much of his time is spent assisting clients with issues related to federal and state contracting, internal investigations, and regulatory compliance.
Clients frequently rely on Mr. Perschbach for advice and counsel regarding their relationship and business dealings with federal and state entities. He works particularly closely with defense contractors in the aerospace sector including entities providing products, services, and fuels to or on behalf of federal agencies. He has also worked closely with healthcare providers to ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and Tricare regulations.
Representative Matters
Representation of defense contractors in federal investigations and False Claims Act litigation relating to alleged contractual and regulatory non compliance.
Representation of federal and defense contractors in matters related to contract formation, compliance, and disputes.
Representation of natural gas trading entities in matters related to compliance with federal regulations arising out of federal energy supply contracts.
Representation of refining and fuel supply entities in matters related to entering into federal energy supply contracts.
Representation of regional hospital systems in regard to compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and Tricare regulations.
Representation of health care entities in False Claims Act litigation and investigations.
Representation of municipalities and school districts with respect to group health care programs.
Representation of corporations regarding commercial insurance coverage in bad faith actions.
Representation of insurers in coverage compliance and bad faith matters.
Publications and Speeches
“Litigating Government Contracts in an Era of Increased Oversight and Enforcement,” Inside the Minds: Litigation Strategies for Government Contracts (89-105). Eagan, MN: Thomson Reuters/Aspatore, 2011.
"The Creation of a Thorough Litigation Strategy," Inside the Minds: Litigation Strategies for Government Contracts (87-100). Eagan, MN: Thomson Reuters/Aspatore, 2010.
"Internal Investigations," False Claims Act and Qui Tam Suits Seminar, San Antonio, Texas , 2007.
"Insurance Issues Before (and After) a Claim," 19th Annual Construction Law Conference, Dallas, Texas, 2006.
"Be Careful What You Wish For: The Potential Pitfalls Facing Insurers After Frank's Casing," Journal of Texas Insurance Law, Fall 2005.
Education
J.D., University of Houston Law Center, 1996
B.B.A., George Washington University, 1993
Bar Admissions
Texas
Court Admissions
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
U.S. District Court for the Southern and Western Districts of Texas
Affiliations
State Bar of Texas
Litigation Counsel of America, Fellow
San Antonio Bar Association
Texas Bar Foundation, Fellow
Chairman, Aerospace San Antonio
Member, Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Council
Noteworthy
Texas Rising Stars, 2006 and 2007
Houston Law Review
