Gov't Contracts Compliance Attorney | Strategic Focus

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Job summary

Crowell & Moring LLP seeks a Government Contracts (Compliance) Associate Attorney in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of law firm experience in government contracts and will handle compliance, risk assessments, and disclosures.

The role involves advising clients across the lifecycle, performing research on federal procurement laws, drafting memoranda, and communicating with clients and government stakeholders. DC Bar membership or eligibility to waive is required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of law firm experience in government contracts.
• Significant experience advising clients on government contracts matters with emphasis on compliance, risk assessments, supply chain issues, investigations and disclosures.
• Member of the D.C. Bar or eligible to waive in.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients across the government contracts lifecycle and perform legal research involving federal procurement laws.
• Draft memoranda, analyses, disclosures, and other client-facing work product.
• Interact with clients and government stakeholders and contribute to matter development.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Government contracts

Legal research

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Government Contracts (Compliance) Counsel

Washington, D.C.

Counsel

Regulatory & Policy

Crowell & Moring is an international law firm with operations in the United States, Europe, and MENA. Drawing on significant government, business, industry, and legal experience, the firm helps clients capitalize on opportunities and provides creative solutions to complex regulatory and policy, litigation, transactional, and intellectual property issues. The firm is consistently recognized for its commitment to pro bono service, as well as its comprehensive programs and initiatives to advance the professional and personal development of all members of the Crowell community.

Job Description,

Crowell & Moring is seeking a Government Contracts Counsel to joinour Washington, D.C. office. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of law firm experienceingovernment contracts lawand a demonstrated ability to manage complex matters and client relationships with a high degree of independence and sound judgment.

Candidates should have substantial experience advising clients on a broad range of government contracts matters, with a particular emphasis oncompliance, risk assessments, supply chain issues, investigations, and mandatory and voluntary disclosures. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing portfolios of client work, including overseeing multiple concurrent matters, setting priorities, and ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of work product. The candidate should be adept at counseling clients on complex regulatory and contractual issues, leading internal reviews and investigations, assessing compliance and performance risks, and guiding clients through disclosure obligations and other sensitive government-facing matters. We are looking for someone who serves as a trusted advisor to clients and takes ownership of client relationships, proactively identifying legal risks and business opportunities.

The role includes serving as a primary point of contact for clients on day-to-day government contracts matters, advising across the full government contracts lifecycle, and managing the development and delivery of memoranda, analyses, disclosures, and other client-facing work product. The ideal candidate thrives in client-facing and government-facing situations and will have significant opportunities to engage directly with senior client stakeholders and key government officials. The Counsel will be expected to manage and drive forward portfolios of work with minimal supervision, contribute to client service strategy and matter development, mentor junior associates, and collaborate closely with partners on sophisticated and high-profile engagements.

All candidates should haveexcellent academic and professional credentials, highly developed analytical, communication, and writing skills, a demonstrated commitment to exceptional client service, and the ability to exercise independent judgment in managing complex legal matters. Experience developing and maintaining client relationships is strongly preferred.

Candidates must be a member of the D.C. Bar or eligible to waive in.

How to Apply

To apply, submit your resume, transcript, and writing sample using the online application system.

Benefits and Compensation

Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave and progressive options such as back up childcare, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.

Our Firm is committed to fair and equitable compensation practice in accordance to applicable laws. The salary range for this position is $320,000 to $355,000. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus. Other benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave. The salary for this position may vary based on market data, an applicant’s skills and prior experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other factors.

SEARCH FIRMS:submissions from search firms willNOT be accepted by email.Tosubmit your candidate, apply through our applicant portal.

Candidate introductions and/or materials submitted for this position via email will not be recognized by Crowell & Moring as a formal candidate submission. An active and countersigned fee agreement is required to ensure proper communication and handling of all non-partner attorney candidates.