Built on Trust, Backed by Experience
Our Services
Legal Advisory for Government Contracts
At Sentinel Legal and Compliance Associates, we provide strategic legal guidance tailored to the complexities of government contracting. Our team advises businesses on navigating Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS), and other regulatory frameworks critical to securing and maintaining government contracts.
Whether you're reviewing a solicitation, negotiating contract terms, or facing a compliance concern, we help you mitigate legal risks and stay aligned with federal expectations. From prime contractors to subcontractors, we ensure your legal footing is as strong as your operational performance.
Regulatory Compliance Strategy
We help businesses build and implement compliance programs that meet federal, state, and industry-specific regulations. Whether you're pursuing contracts that require HIPAA, FISMA, NIST, or ISO frameworks, Sentinel Legal and Compliance Associates provides practical, risk-based strategies tailored to your operations. From policy development to control implementation, we ensure your compliance structure not only meets requirements—but stands up to audits, reviews, and evolving regulations.
Internal Investigations & Corrective Action
We support organizations in conducting fair, thorough, and legally sound internal investigations. Whether addressing employee misconduct, compliance breaches, or regulatory concerns, our team ensures each investigation is handled with discretion, accuracy, and legal integrity. We also assist in developing corrective action plans, improving internal reporting procedures, and implementing preventive policies that strengthen your overall compliance posture.
Policy Development & Audit Readiness
We develop internal policies, SOPs, and compliance documentation that align with federal standards and audit expectations. Our team provides ISO 27001, NIST, and SOC 2 readiness support, including mock audits and policy refreshes. We are certified to build audit-ready frameworks that stand up to regulatory scrutiny.
Compliance Training & Ethics Programs
We deliver comprehensive compliance training tailored to your workforce—from annual programs to manager-specific workshops. Our certified team designs and rolls out ethics, legal conduct, and policy awareness training to promote a culture of accountability and readiness.
Compliance Monitoring & Risk Advisory
We offer proactive monitoring, quarterly reviews, and vendor compliance oversight to help you stay ahead of risk. Whether under retainer or on a project basis, our certified professionals serve as your trusted compliance advisors—ensuring ongoing alignment with legal and regulatory requirements.
The Voice Behind the Vision
“Success starts not just with a dream, but with a solid legal foundation.”
About the Founder
With over a decade of experience in legal, compliance, and government contracting, I founded Sentinel Legal and Compliance Associates to help businesses build with confidence. As a certified professional in regulatory frameworks and contract law, I’ve supported organizations across industries—from tech to federal contractors—ensuring they meet regulatory demands without losing momentum. I believe that compliance shouldn’t be a barrier to success, but a foundation for it. Sentinel is where integrity, accountability, and practical legal strategy come together.
Jeanette K. Muzquiz