Mid Level Associate - 1723136

RightWorks; Washington; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious international law firm in Washington, DC is seeking a junior associate to join the Government Contracts practice. The ideal candidate has 2-4 years’ experience with FAR, government contracts, grants matters, and strong written and oral skills.

You will work with a leading team on disputes, bid protests, investigations, and compliance matters, and you will manage deadlines while communicating clearly with clients and colleagues in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Resume or CV required for application
• Cover letter encouraged and law school transcript optional
• Candidates must have an ABA‑accredited law degree and be a member of the U.S. Bar.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with attorneys and clients in a fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrate initiative, diligence and attention to detail.
• Possess strong research and writing skills for legal memos and briefs.
• Take the next step in a career as part of an established, global team.

Skills

Strong academic record

Excellent research and writing

Independent worker

Interpersonal communication

Education

ABA‑accredited law degree

Bar admission in United States

Job description

Job Overview

Prestigious international law firm is seeking a junior associate to join the Government Contracts practice in the Washington, DC office. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years’ experience working on government contracts and grants matters. The candidate will have experience with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and U.S. government contracts compliance, claims, disputes, bid protests, transactions, and investigations. The government contracts and grants lawyers at are leaders in the field, with a dedicated team covering every industry that serves the government, including aerospace and defense, life sciences, education, technology, professional services, and international development. The team has unmatched cross-border capability, having advised clients on projects in over 100 countries across the Americas, Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. The successful candidate will be a high performer who can leverage this platform and demonstrate superior written, oral, and interpersonal skills for communicating with attorneys and clients; has a strong academic record; is diligent and detail-oriented; possesses excellent research and writing skills; takes initiative; and can demonstrate an ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. This is a great opportunity for an attorney looking to take the next step in their career by joining an established, dynamic, and growing global team.

Qualifications & Requirements

A resume or CV is a must for our application system. We also encourage you to include a cover letter to tell us why you are interested in this position and a law school transcript (or the equivalent). Candidates for lawyer opportunities in the U.S. must have a law degree from an ABA-accredited law school and be a member of the Bar in the United States.