Mid-Level Government Contracts & National Security Associate

Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP is seeking a mid-level associate for their Washington, D.C. office in the Government Contracts & National Security Practice Group. This team focuses on exciting and impactful work, including litigation and regulatory compliance for clients in the aerospace and defense sectors.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of experience, outstanding analytical and writing skills, and be licensed or eligible to practice law in Washington, D.C. The salary range is $260,000 to $365,000, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of prior legal experience in government contracts law.
• Strong research, writing, and analytic skills required.
• Must be licensed or eligible to become licensed to practice in D.C.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex legal issues related to government contracts.
• Litigate multi-billion dollar contract award challenges.
• Advise on grant requirements and compliance with federal laws.

Skills

Research

Writing

Analytic skills

Teamwork

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Overview

Arnold & Porter’s Government Contracts & National Security Practice Group is seeking a mid-level associate for the Washington, D.C. office. Arnold & Porter’s Chambers/Legal 500 Band1 (market leading) Government Contracts & National Security team has a broad mix of litigation, investigation, export control, cybersecurity, mergers and acquisition, and counseling work. Some examples of the group’s recent work include: litigating multi‑billion dollar, complex contract award challenges for large aerospace and defense companies and handling the negotiation of novel agreements with the government (including OTAs, CRADAs, and TIAs). We also frequently advise both recipients and subrecipients of grants (including the Inflation Reduction Act and CHIPS Act) in the interpretation of grant requirements and compliance, as well as federal audits, enforcement actions, and other controversies with awarding agencies. The work is exciting, often quite relevant to ongoing world issues, and fast paced.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of prior legal experience in the field and demonstrated interest in government contracts law; strong research, writing, and analytic skills; ability to work independently and creatively; and ability to work successfully as part of a team.


• Special consideration will be given to applicants with experience as a judicial clerk for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit or the Court of Federal Claims, as well as to those who have academic training in government contracts law.


• All applicants should have excellent academic credentials and references.


• Applicants must currently be licensed, or currently be eligible to become licensed, to practice law in Washington, D.C.


• The salary range for this position in Washington D.C. is $260,000 to $365,000, commensurate with experience. Eligibility for an hours‑based bonus available.