Government Contracts & National Security Associate Attorney

Vogrinc Search Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

FSA/HSA plans

401(k) retirement plan

PTO

Paid parental leave

Commuter benefits

Professional development resources

Pet insurance

Health advocates

Flex-time

Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

Fertility treatments benefits

Full-time back-up child care

Job summary

Vogrinc Search Group client, a leading AmLaw 100 firm, seeks a mid-level Associate Attorney for its Government Contracts & National Security practice in Washington, D.C. The role spans bid protests, investigations, and regulatory matters with exposure to federal funding and national security concerns in aerospace, defense, and tech sectors.

Candidates should have a JD from a top-tier law school, active DC bar in good standing, and 3+ years in government contracts; strong research and writing

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in Washington, D.C., in good standing.
• 3+ years of substantive experience in government contracts law.
• Experience or interest in government contracts incl. litigation, investigations, or regulatory counseling.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills; able to manage complex issues.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of government contracts matters, including bid protests, litigation, and investigations.
• Advise clients on compliance with federal procurement regulations, grant requirements, and national security laws.
• Support transactional matters involving government contractors, including M&A diligence and regulatory approvals.
• Assist in negotiating complex agreements with government agencies (OTAs, CRADAs, TIAs).
• Counsel clients on federal funding programs and related statutes (e.g., Inflation Reduction Act, CHIPS Act).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address risks across regulatory, transactional, and enforcement areas.

Skills

Research & Writing

Education

J.D. from a top-tier law school

Job description

GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS & NATIONAL SECURITY ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Government Contracts & National Security Practice Group

Location: Washington, D.C.

A leading AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a talented mid-level Associate Attorney to join its highly regarded Government Contracts & National Security practice in Washington, D.C. This practice is widely recognized for its market-leading work across litigation, investigations, export controls, cybersecurity, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory counseling. The team advises prominent clients in the aerospace, defense, and technology sectors on complex, high-stakes matters, including bid protests, government investigations, and cutting-edge transactional issues involving federal funding and national security concerns.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in Washington, D.C., in good standing.
• 3+ years of substantive experience in government contracts law
• Demonstrated experience or strong interest in government contracts, including litigation, investigations, or regulatory counseling
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills, with the ability to manage complex legal issues
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with mergers, acquisitions, or transactional matters involving government contractors (including due diligence, purchase agreements, and novations) is a plus
• Judicial clerkship experience with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit or the Court of Federal Claims is highly valued
• Academic training or coursework in government contracts law is a plus
• Large law firm experience preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of government contracts matters, including bid protests, litigation, and internal or government-facing investigations
• Advise clients on compliance with federal procurement regulations, grant requirements, and national security-related laws
• Support transactional matters involving government contractors, including M&A diligence and regulatory approvals
• Assist in negotiating complex agreements with government agencies, including OTAs, CRADAs, and TIAs
• Counsel clients on federal funding programs, including compliance with statutes such as the Inflation Reduction Act and CHIPS Act
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address regulatory, transactional, and enforcement risks

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to join a nationally recognized Government Contracts & National Security team at the forefront of issues impacting global security, innovation, and public policy. The practice offers exposure to sophisticated, high-value matters that are often closely tied to current geopolitical and economic developments. Attorneys benefit from a collaborative environment, meaningful client interaction, and strong mentorship, providing an excellent platform for professional growth and advancement.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: Includes an expected salary range of $260,000 – $365,000, commensurate with experience, bonus eligibility, and profit-sharing.

Benefits:

• medical
• dental
• vision
• disability
• life insurance
• FSA/HSA plans
• 401(k) retirement plan
• PTO
• paid parental leave
• commuter benefits
• professional development resources

Additional Perks:

• pet insurance
• health advocates
• flex-time and compressed work schedules
• adoption and surrogacy reimbursement
• fertility treatments benefits
• full-time and back-up child care
• among others.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.