Government Contracts Associate Attorney

Considine Search; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 235,000 - 390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading salary

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage

Industry-leading parental leave

401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans

Global wellness program

Flex Time Away

Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration

Job summary

Considine Search in Washington, DC is seeking a junior and a mid-level lateral associate for their Government Contracts and Public Procurement Practice Group. The ideal candidates will have 2-6 years of relevant experience, exceptional writing and analytical skills, and be admitted to the District of Columbia bar. The firm offers a competitive salary ranging from $235,000 to $390,000, alongside comprehensive benefits and a supportive environment for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 2-6 years of experience in government contracts matters.
• Ability to waive into the District of Columbia bar.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in government contracts and public procurement matters.
• Handle bid protests and contract-related litigation.
• Conduct contract negotiations and compliance investigations.

Skills

Outstanding writing skills

Analytical skills

Government contracts litigation experience

Counseling and advisory experience

Education

Top academic credentials

Admission to the District of Columbia bar

Job description

Washington, DC

Summary

A premier, global, law firm is a destination for talented, ambitious attorneys who value collaboration, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. They are known around the world not only for delivering innovative yet practical client service but also for serving as an incubator for their top‑notch talent.

The firm consistently receives top‑tier rankings from leading directories and publications, speaking to their legal capabilities, dedication to creating an inclusive workplace, and commitment to their communities.

Government Contracts and Public Procurement Practice Group

The firm’s Government Contracts and Public Procurement Practice Group represents clients in a wide array of industries and with all types of government contracts and public procurement matters, including bid protests and other contract‑related litigation, contract negotiations, investigations, compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, technology licensing, cybersecurity, and government contract aspects of M&A transactions.

Who You Are

• The firm’s Government Contracts practice is seeking one junior and one mid‑level experienced, lateral associate to join their growing and vibrant team.
• You have 2‑6 years of government contracts experience in government contracts litigation, counseling, advisory and/or transactional matters.
• You have outstanding writing and analytical skills, and top academic credentials.
• You are admitted to the District of Columbia bar or are able to waive into the District of Columbia bar.

Own Your Career

• The firm empowers its lawyers at every level to take ownership of their careers and is transparent about what it takes to succeed and advance at the firm. The firm’s commitment to their attorneys’ growth extends throughout their careers.
• A best‑in‑class and transparent framework for success, provides associates with clear and consistent expectations at every experience level.
• Their mentoring and sponsorship programs takes a holistic approach to professional growth. By encouraging collaboration and leveraging insight across departments and geography, and over the course of each attorney’s career, the firm creates a support system dynamic enough to respond to the changing needs of all of their attorneys as they grow and develop.
• The firm’s dedicated Center for Career Advancement offers services such as career visioning, crafting communication materials, executive presence resources, interview techniques, and networking skills.

Firm Offers

• Market leading salary.
• A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family.
• Industry‑leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options, backup child and elder care, and more.
• Tax free health accounts: HSA and FSA.
• 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans.
• Global wellness program, including free access to health care advocates, Employee Assistance Program, Talkspace, and Calm apps.
• Flex Time Away and reduced schedule arrangements.
• Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration, and up to two professional associations. Additional bar memberships may be approved on a case‑by‑case basis.
• Dedicated in‑house pro bono counsel to assist with identifying pro bono organizations and matters to work with.
• Matching gift programs for law school and charitable organization donations.

Salary: $235,000.00-$390,000.00, plus bonus
Date Active: 5/13/2026
Exempt/Not Exempt: Exempt