National Security & Government Contracts Associate

RRC Solutions Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life Insurance

401(k)

PTO

Parental leave

Commuter benefits

Professional development resources

Pet insurance

Health advocates

Flexible schedule

Adoption reimbursement

Surrogacy reimbursement

Fertility treatments benefits

Child care

Job summary

Unnamed AmLaw 100 firm in Washington, D.C. is seeking a mid-level Associate Attorney to join its Government Contracts & National Security practice in Washington, D.C.

The team handles bid protests, investigations, and complex transactional matters for clients in aerospace, defense, and technology sectors. The ideal candidate has a JD from a top-tier law school, an active DC Bar license, 3+ years in government contracts, and strong research and writing abilities.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in Washington, D.C., in good standing.
• 3+ years of substantive experience in government contracts law.
• Experience or interest in government contracts, including litigation, investigations, or regulatory counseling.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills with 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 (due diligence, purchase agreements, and novations) 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 internal or government-facing 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

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Independent and collaborative work

M&A experience with government bidders

Education

JD from top-tier law school

Active DC Bar license

Federal circuit/court of claims clerkship

Large law firm experience preferred

Job description

Unnamed AmLaw 100 firm in Washington, D.C. is seeking a mid-level Associate Attorney to join its Government Contracts & National Security practice in Washington, D.C.

The team handles bid protests, investigations, and complex transactional matters for clients in aerospace, defense, and technology sectors. The ideal candidate has a JD from a top-tier law school, an active DC Bar license, 3+ years in government contracts, and strong research and writing abilities.