AG​ Schwalb filed a lawsuit against Sequoia Row Consulting, LLC (Sequoia Row), and its owner and CEO, Paul Lawrence, for exploiting DC’s Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) program and fraudulently securing over $13 million in DC government contracts reserved for DC local businesses.

“Sequoia Row and its owner, Paul Lawrence, defrauded the District, harmed workers and taxpayers, and stole opportunities from real local businesses. This lawsuit puts companies on notice that if they attempt to profit by cheating programs intended to support and grow our local economy, or by depriving workers of wages and benefits they earn, they will be held accountable.” – AG Schwalb