Government Contracts Counsel - M&A & DFARS Focus

Lateral Link; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Job summary

A leading legal recruiting firm is seeking a Government Contracts Associate to join a reputable AmLaw50 firm in Washington, DC. The role focuses on advising on government procurement regulations. Ideal candidates will have strong academic backgrounds and experience in transactional work rather than litigation. This is an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team working on varied projects in government contracts, with a supportive environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience providing advice on FAR, DFARS, and agency regulations.
• Background in due diligence for M&A and Investment Funds.
• Experience with internal investigations and the False Claims Act.
• Interest in national security and experience with federal grants.

Responsibilities

• Join a government contracts group with cross-practice work.
• Contribute to varied and interesting projects.
• Work within a dedicated team focused on transactional skills.

Skills

Government Contracts regulations expertise

Due diligence

Internal investigations

Interest in national security

Education

Stellar academic credentials

Comparable law firm experience

Job description

A leading legal recruiting firm is seeking a Government Contracts Associate to join a reputable AmLaw50 firm in Washington, DC. The role focuses on advising on government procurement regulations. Ideal candidates will have strong academic backgrounds and experience in transactional work rather than litigation. This is an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team working on varied projects in government contracts, with a supportive environment for professional growth.