Government Investigations & White Collar Associate

Nixon Peabody LLP; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Nixon Peabody LLP is seeking an associate for our Government Investigations and White-Collar Defense Practice Group in Boston, MA or Washington, DC. Qualified candidates will have two to four years of relevant experience, strong writing and analytical skills, and experience in government investigations, including life sciences matters and related civil litigation.

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Nixon Peabody participates in E-Verify.

Qualifications

• Two to four years of relevant experience in government investigations.
• Strong writing and analytical skills.
• Experience in life sciences matters including the False Claims Act, the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, and the Anti-Kickback Statute.

Responsibilities

• Assist in defending government investigations and related complex civil fraud litigation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other advocacy documents for high-stakes matters.
• Collaborate with Boston, MA or Washington, DC offices on investigations and related matters.

Skills

Government investigations experience

Litigation

Written advocacy

Education

Massachusetts State Bar admission

Washington, DC bar admission

Job description

Job Description

At Nixon Peabody, we are committed to attracting talented individuals from a wide range of experiences and cultures, including individuals from a wide range of racial, ethnic, social, economic, religious, genders, and personal backgrounds. Therefore, we encourage talented individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Our team has extensive proficiency in counseling, investigating, defending, and litigating all forms of government inquiry. Our nationwide representation includes managing matters from the investigation and grand jury stages through trial and, if necessary, appeal and collateral proceedings. We provide comprehensive services to individuals and organizations that receive civil investigative demands, subpoenas, or any other requests for information from federal prosecutors, state prosecutors or investigative agencies.

In accordance with applicable Federal and State laws, the anticipated annual salary range for this position is as follows.

• Boston, MA: $225,000 to $275,000
• Washington, DC: $225,000 to $275,000

In addition to a standard benefits package, this role may be eligible for additional contingent compensation based on an array of factors, including but not limited to: work performance, geographic location, work experience, education, and qualifications. Because such contingent compensation is not yet calculable or may be zero ($0) in some circumstances, the above-listed salary range is Nixon Peabody’s good faith estimate of the annual salary it reasonably expects to pay for the position at the time of this posting.

Job Requirements

OurGovernment Investigations and White-Collar Defense Practice Groupis seeking to hire an associate to join ourBoston, MA or Washington, DC office.

Qualified candidates will havetwo to four years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate will have strong writing and analytical skills and government investigations experience in life sciences matters including the False Claims Act, the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, and the Anti-Kickback Statute. Demonstrated written advocacy experience in the defense of government investigations, government enforcement litigation and related complex civil fraud litigation is preferred. Massachusetts State Bar admission or Washington, DC bar admission is required. Ideal candidates will have strong academic credentials, superb judgment and communication skills, and a commitment to providing excellent client services.

A career at Nixon Peabody is the opportunity to do work that matters. It’s a chance to use your knowledge to shape what’s ahead, to innovate, to learn at a firm that taps into the power of collaboration and collective thinking.

Locations: Boston, MA; Washington, DC

Nixon Peabody LLP is an Equal Opportunity / Affi ...

To comply with Federal law, Nixon Peabody participates in E-Verify. All newly-hired employees are verified through this electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to confirm their identity and employment eligibility. Please refer to the Notice of E-Verify Participation and the Right to Work posters on the Nixon Peabody Careers page for more information.