This is FPS Podcast #23.  In this episode we talk with The Honorable (Ret) Jeri Somers, partner at Jenner & Block.  Ms. Somers is the former chief justice for the Civilian Board of Contract Appeals and now advises clients on a variety of federal contracting matters at Jenner & Block.   Ms. Somers explains the difference between the appeals boards - whether civilian or armed services - and the federal courts.