Attorney-Advisor: Government Contracts & Ethics Counsel

DLA Careers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Careers, Office of Chief Counsel for Defense Logistics Agency – DLA Weapon Support in Richmond, VA, seeks an Attorney-Advisor (General) at GS-11/12/13 to provide legal support, advice, and counsel on a range of matters including government contracts and ethics.

The role includes researching legal authorities, advising management, and representing before agencies and in federal matters, with responsibilities expanding at higher grade levels.

Qualifications

• The first professional law degree (LLB or J.D.).
• Proof of bar status in good standing with the bar of the highest court of a State/DC/territory.
• For GS-11/12/13, grade-specific qualifications apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support, advice and counsel on Government Contracts, Fiscal, Installation, Administrative, Ethics, Procurement Fraud, and Labor & Employment.
• Research, analyze and interpret legal authorities for day-to-day operations.
• Provide written and verbal legal advice to management to limit litigation risk and ensure compliance.

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) or LL.B.

Bar admission in good standing (certificate of good standing)

Job description

DLA Careers, Office of Chief Counsel for Defense Logistics Agency – DLA Weapon Support in Richmond, VA, seeks an Attorney-Advisor (General) at GS-11/12/13 to provide legal support, advice, and counsel on a range of matters including government contracts and ethics.

The role includes researching legal authorities, advising management, and representing before agencies and in federal matters, with responsibilities expanding at higher grade levels.