Security Clearance Lawyers
In the post-September 11 environment, government agencies and contractors are increasingly requiring employees to obtain security clearances as a condition of employment. Problems such as overdue debts, arrests for driving under the influence, failing to be completely truthful in filling out the security application, dual citizenship, and having relatives in foreign countries, can keep an employee from obtaining a clearance. Those problems can also prevent employers from hiring the best qualified candidate for the job.
The experienced attorneys at Kalijarvi, Chuzi and Newman provide experienced, timely and knowledgeable advice and counsel in resolving security clearance problems.
Employees: We are Recognized Leaders in Security Clearance Appeals
We represent employees and applicants in every phase of the security clearance process, including:
- Completing the security application, including how best to address potential disqualifying problems
- Responding to initial inquiries from the Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA), the intelligence community, the military departments, and government agencies
- Advising employees on what to expect at a polygraph examination
- Responding to the Statement of Reasons (SOR) or Letter of Intent (LOI)
- Representing employees at DOHA hearings and personal appearances
- Preparing appeals to the DOHA Appeals Board
- Preparing appeals to the CIA and other intelligence agencies
- Accompanying the employee to Personnel Security Appeals Board appearances
Employers: Put Our Experience to Work for You
We advise employers who wish to avoid undue delays in obtaining clearances for their employees, minimize the number of uncleared employees they must retain in a non-billable capacity, and maximize the likelihood that their employees will obtain the clearances they seek. We can provide:
- Group training sessions for employees
- Individual sessions for employees as an employer-paid benefit
- Advice as to "key person" clearance requirements
For more information, call 202-331-9260 now.
