Hybrid Government Contracts Associate Attorney (DC)

Direct Counsel; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 225,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including 401(k

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

Direct Counsel seeks a Government Contracts Associate in Washington, DC, to join its Government Contracts practice on a full-time, hybrid basis. You will handle bids, disputes, compliance, and advisory matters for clients in aerospace, defense, and energy sectors.

The role requires DC admission or eligibility, 1–3+ years of government contracts experience, and strong research and drafting skills. Hybrid schedule with in-office and remote work options.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school (minimum GPA 3.5 preferred).
• Admitted to practice in DC (or eligible for admission).
• 1–3+ years of government contracts experience, ideally at an Am Law 100 firm or with federal agencies/contractors.
• Clerkship with the U.S. Court of Federal Claims or Boards of Contract Appeals is a plus.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on government contracts matters, including bid protests, claims litigation, investigations, and compliance counseling.
• Draft, negotiate, and manage complex contracts, licenses, and developmental agreements for aerospace, defense, and energy clients.
• Support transactional matters and assist with disputes, investigations, and regulatory counseling.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategy, compliance, and transactional work.
• Draft high-quality legal documents including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
• Manage cases and transactions from inception through resolution, coordinating with clients and teams.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and provide timely updates and advice.

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Admitted to practice in DC

Clerkship with U.S. Court of Federal Claims or Boards of Contract Appeals

Job description

Direct Counsel seeks a Government Contracts Associate in Washington, DC, to join its Government Contracts practice on a full-time, hybrid basis. You will handle bids, disputes, compliance, and advisory matters for clients in aerospace, defense, and energy sectors.

The role requires DC admission or eligibility, 1–3+ years of government contracts experience, and strong research and drafting skills. Hybrid schedule with in-office and remote work options.