National Security & Government Contracts Associate

Markent Personnel, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Retirement savings plan

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

Unknown Firm in Washington, DC is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Defense, National Security & Government Contracts Practice Group. The role focuses on advising clients on complex government contracts matters, regulatory compliance, bid protests, and contract disputes in a collaborative, hybrid work environment.

The ideal candidate will have a JD from a top-tier law school, DC bar admission (or eligibility), 5–8 years of substantive Government Contracts experience, and a proven ability

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in Washington, DC, in good standing (or eligible for admission).
• 5–8 years of substantive Government Contracts experience.
• Experience handling government contracts matters, including bid protests, Contract Disputes Act matters, internal investigations, regulatory counseling, and federal procurement issues.
• Strong knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and related procurement regulations.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on government contracts and federal procurement matters.
• Handle bid protests, Contract Disputes Act claims, and other contract-related disputes.
• Counsel on FAR compliance and other procurement regulations.
• Conduct and support internal investigations involving government contracting issues.
• Draft and negotiate contracts and related documents.
• Provide strategic guidance on regulatory, compliance, and risk management for government contractors.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice areas on complex government, regulatory, and national security matters.

Skills

Gov't contracts

FAR knowledge

Legal writing

Regulatory counseling

Bid protests

Dispute resolution

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

JD from top-tier law school

Job description

Unknown Firm in Washington, DC is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Defense, National Security & Government Contracts Practice Group. The role focuses on advising clients on complex government contracts matters, regulatory compliance, bid protests, and contract disputes in a collaborative, hybrid work environment.

The ideal candidate will have a JD from a top-tier law school, DC bar admission (or eligibility), 5–8 years of substantive Government Contracts experience, and a proven ability