Gov't Contracts & National Security Associate — Hybrid DC

Acloché LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Our client, a leading international law firm, seeks an Associate Attorney to join its Defense, National Security & Government Contracts Practice Group in Washington, DC. Hybrid role offering exposure to complex government contracts, procurement, internal investigations, bid protests, and contract disputes.

The candidate should have 5–8 years of substantive Government Contracts experience, strong FAR knowledge, and exceptional writing and analytical skills. Large firm experience preferred.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with excellent academic record
• Active Washington, DC Bar in good standing (or eligible)
• 5-8 years of substantive Government Contracts experience
• Experience handling government contracts matters including bid protests and Contract Disputes Act
• Strong knowledge of FAR and related procurement regulations
• Experience advising on government contracting compliance and investigations
• Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for collaborative teams

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on government contracts and federal procurement matters
• Handle bid protests and Contract Disputes Act claims
• Counsel on FAR and procurement regulations compliance
• Conduct and support internal investigations involving government contracting issues
• Draft and negotiate contracts and related documents
• Provide guidance on regulatory compliance and risk management
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice areas on national security matters

Skills

Government contracts experience

Bid protests

Regulatory compliance

FAR knowledge

Legal writing

Legal research

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from a top-tier law school

Washington, DC Bar admission

Job description

Our client, a leading international law firm, seeks an Associate Attorney to join its Defense, National Security & Government Contracts Practice Group in Washington, DC. Hybrid role offering exposure to complex government contracts, procurement, internal investigations, bid protests, and contract disputes.

The candidate should have 5–8 years of substantive Government Contracts experience, strong FAR knowledge, and exceptional writing and analytical skills. Large firm experience preferred.