Brian Kaveney is an experienced business litigator whose practice includes advising defense contractors on compliance matters and assisting companies and individuals in obtaining and maintaining the proper security clearance.

The founder and head of Armstrong Teasdale’s Security Clearance and Facility Clearance Task Force, Brian guides companies, key management personnel, and employees through the process of obtaining and keeping the approval that is required to work with the Department of Defense, the military services and other agencies. He anticipates issues and concerns and helps clients adhere to the appropriate guidelines, directives, executive orders, statutes and case law.

Brian and the Task Force also assist companies with security clearance issues for cleared facilities during mergers and acquisitions to conduct due diligence and ensure compliance.

If hearings are warranted, Brian is an experienced advocate who has argued before the Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals and other adjudicative bodies.

In another key part of his practice, Brian works with government defense contractors to develop strong compliance programs and avoid violations of government procurement laws.

Brian also has a background in business law and has handled matters involving non-compete and trade secret allegations as well as other matters.