False Claims Act Litigation Partner / Counsel

Orion Placement; United States; On-site; USD 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking a senior attorney to lead and expand a nationwide False Claims Act and complex litigation practice. This fully remote role offers autonomy, client responsibility, and the chance to grow a portable book of business while mentoring junior attorneys.

You will handle sophisticated FCA investigations and litigation across government contracting, healthcare, and other sectors, representing clients before government agencies and courts while collaborating with a national team.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in any U.S. state.
• 5+ years of substantive False Claims Act investigations and/or litigation experience.
• Portable book of business of at least $250,000.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage sophisticated False Claims Act investigations, litigation, compliance matters, and related disputes.
• Represent clients before the Department of Justice, agency Offices of Inspector General, and other government authorities.
• Defend clients in False Claims Act litigation, including qui tam actions, investigations, appeals, settlement negotiations, and alternative dispute resolution.
• Advise clients on FCA risk management, fraud mitigation, mandatory disclosures, compliance programs, and internal safeguards.
• Conduct and oversee internal audits and investigations involving potential fraud and FCA exposure.
• Respond to civil and administrative subpoenas, civil investigative demands, and other government inquiries.
• Counsel clients on suspension and debarment matters and related government contracting risks.
• Develop and deliver practical FCA compliance guidance and training for clients and their teams.
• Coordinate crisis management and multidisciplinary teams on complex and sensitive matters.
• Handle additional complex commercial, government contracts, construction, white collar civil, labor and employment, and other litigation matters as needed.
• Lead teams, supervise associates, mentor junior attorneys, and contribute to the continued growth of the practice.
• Maintain and expand client relationships while leveraging an existing portable book of business.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Mentoring

FCA experience

Business development

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

• Join a sophisticated national practice focused on high-stakes False Claims Act investigations, litigation, compliance, and crisis management.
• Work remotely from anywhere in the United States while collaborating with an experienced team serving government contractors and commercial clients nationwide.
• Take a senior leadership role with significant autonomy, client responsibility, and the opportunity to continue building your practice.
• Handle complex FCA matters across industries including government contracting, healthcare, construction, technology, manufacturing, and professional services.
• Expand your work beyond FCA matters through involvement in complex commercial and other business litigation.
• Lead and mentor attorneys while helping shape the continued growth of a highly specialized practice.
• Bring and grow an established portable book of business while leveraging the resources and platform of a collaborative national law firm.

Location

Fully remote opportunity available anywhere in the United States. Work from where you are while collaborating with a nationally focused legal team on sophisticated False Claims Act and complex litigation matters.

Note

Candidates must have 10+ years of private practice legal experience, including 5+ years of substantive False Claims Act investigations and/or litigation experience, and a portable book of business of at least $250,000. Candidates may be licensed in any U.S. state but must apply for DC Bar admission before their first day of employment. A writing sample of at least 10 pages and law school transcript are required with submission.

About Us

We are a collaborative business law firm serving government contractors and commercial clients on complex, high-impact legal matters nationwide. Our attorneys are given meaningful autonomy, encouraged to think strategically, and supported with the resources needed to deliver exceptional client service while building successful long-term practices. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Lead and manage sophisticated False Claims Act investigations, litigation, compliance matters, and related disputes.
• Represent clients before the Department of Justice, agency Offices of Inspector General, and other government authorities.
• Defend clients in False Claims Act litigation, including qui tam actions, investigations, appeals, settlement negotiations, and alternative dispute resolution.
• Advise clients on FCA risk management, fraud mitigation, mandatory disclosures, compliance programs, and internal safeguards.
• Conduct and oversee internal audits and investigations involving potential fraud and FCA exposure.
• Respond to civil and administrative subpoenas, civil investigative demands, and other government inquiries.
• Counsel clients on suspension and debarment matters and related government contracting risks.
• Develop and deliver practical FCA compliance guidance and training for clients and their teams.
• Coordinate crisis management and multidisciplinary teams on complex and sensitive matters.
• Handle additional complex commercial, government contracts, construction, white collar civil, labor and employment, and other litigation matters as needed.
• Lead teams, supervise associates, mentor junior attorneys, and contribute to the continued growth of the practice.
• Maintain and expand client relationships while leveraging an existing portable book of business.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in any U.S. state.
• Ability and willingness to apply for DC Bar admission before the first day of employment.
• 10+ years of private practice legal experience.
• 5+ years of substantive False Claims Act investigations and/or litigation experience.
• Demonstrated experience independently servicing and leading complex litigation matters.
• Portable book of business of at least $250,000.
• Strong experience with FCA investigations, litigation, compliance, government enforcement, or related fraud matters.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and supervising associates.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, research, advocacy, and client relationship skills.
• Maryland, Virginia, DC, Texas, California, and/or Florida Bar admission preferred.

Why You Will Love Working Here

This is an opportunity to combine the autonomy of a senior practice with the support of a collaborative firm platform. You will have the flexibility to work remotely, lead sophisticated matters, build meaningful client relationships, mentor attorneys, and play an important role in the continued growth of a nationally focused False Claims Act and complex litigation practice.