Govt Contracts & National Security Associate Attorney Flexible

Modern Machining Solutions Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

PTO

401(k) retirement plan

Parental leave

Commuter benefits

Professional development resources

Job summary

Unknown Firm in Washington, DC, seeks a mid-level Associate Attorney for its Government Contracts & National Security practice. The role covers government contracts, litigation, investigations, export controls, cybersecurity, and regulatory counseling for aerospace, defense, and tech clients.

The candidate should have a JD from a top-tier law school, DC Bar admission in good standing, and at least 3 years of government contracts experience, with strong research, writing, and analytical skills

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.
• 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 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.

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-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 Inflation Reduction Act and CHIPS Act.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address regulatory, transactional, and enforcement risks.

Skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Analytical thinking

Independent & collaborative work

Education

JD from top-tier law school

DC Bar admission in good standing

Academic coursework in government contracts law

Judicial clerkship (Federal Circuit or Court of Federal Claims)

Job description

Unknown Firm in Washington, DC, seeks a mid-level Associate Attorney for its Government Contracts & National Security practice. The role covers government contracts, litigation, investigations, export controls, cybersecurity, and regulatory counseling for aerospace, defense, and tech clients.

The candidate should have a JD from a top-tier law school, DC Bar admission in good standing, and at least 3 years of government contracts experience, with strong research, writing, and analytical skills