Government Contracts Attorney

Jobot; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 195,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee health insurance

Dependent coverage

Firm perks

Job summary

Jobot, a litigation boutique with a national reputation, seeks a Government Contracts Associate in San Francisco, CA. The role focuses on advising and representing clients on complex federal contracting matters, while offering exposure to other practice areas.

3–5 years of litigation experience and active bar admission are required. We offer a collaborative culture, early client interaction, and a clear pathway toward long-term advancement, including potential partnership, along with

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of litigation experience, preferably in government contracts.
• Strong academic background and bar admission in at least one listed jurisdiction.
• Excellent legal writing and analytical skills.
• High attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Handle litigation matters involving government contracts, including bid protests, contract claims and performance disputes, and terminations (default and convenience).
• Provide counsel on federal regulatory compliance and contracting requirements.
• Advise on and assist with matters involving False Claims Act issues, OCI, and procurement ethics regulations.
• Draft motions, pleadings, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and case strategy analysis.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups as needed.
• Manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Litigation experience

Government contracts

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Job description

Salary: $195,000 - $210,000 per year

A litigation boutique firm with a national reputation is looking for an Associate that specializes in Government Contracts

A bit about us

A well-established midsize law firm focused on delivering practical, business-oriented legal advice, known for its collaborative culture and strong government contracts practice.

Why join us

• Collaborative and team-oriented culture
• Early and ongoing client interaction
• Opportunity to explore additional practice areas
• Clear pathway for long-term advancement, including potential partnership
• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package, including: 100% employer-paid health and dental insurance for employees. Partial dependent coverage
• Additional firm-sponsored perks and programs

Job Details

A midsize law firm is seeking a litigation associate with 3–5 years of experience to support its Government Contracts practice. This role focuses on advising and representing clients on complex federal contracting matters, while also offering exposure to other practice areas as interests align.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle litigation matters involving government contracts, including:
  • Bid protests
  • Contract claims and performance disputes
  • Terminations (default and convenience)
• Provide counsel on federal regulatory compliance and contracting requirements
• Advise on and assist with matters involving:
  • False Claims Act issues
  • Organizational conflicts of interest (OCI)
  • Procurement integrity and ethics regulations
• Draft motions, pleadings, and legal memoranda
• Conduct legal research and case strategy analysis
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups as needed
• Manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of litigation experience, preferably in government contracts
• Active bar admission in at least one of the following: District of Columbia, Virginia, Maryland, California
• Strong academic background
• Excellent legal writing and analytical skills
• High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities

Billable Expectations

• 1,800 annual billable hours
• 200 non-billable hours required
• Credit toward billable target includes:
  • Up to 100 hours of approved pro bono work
  • Up to 25 hours of approved diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.