National Security & Government Contracts Associate Attorney

SteveRecruiter, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life insurance

FSA/HSA plans

401(k) retirement plan

PTO

Paid parental leave

Commuter benefits

Professional development resources

Pet insurance

Health advocates

Flex-time and compressed work-saves

Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

Fertility treatments benefits

Full-time and back-up child care

Job summary

AmLaw 100 Firm in Washington, DC, seeks a mid-level Associate Attorney to join its Government Contracts & National Security practice in Washington, DC.

The role involves handling bid protests, investigations, and regulatory counseling, with opportunities in high-stakes matters involving federal funding and national security concerns.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of government contracts experience, strong writing skills, and the ability to work independently and in teams.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in Washington, DC, in good standing.
• 3+ years of substantive experience in government contracts law.
• Experience or strong interest in government contracts, including litigation, investigations, or regulatory counseling.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills; ability to manage complex legal issues.

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 and compliance with relevant statutes.

Skills

Strong research & writing skills

Ability to work independently and with

M&A exposure in government contracts

Education

JD from top-tier law school

Job description

AmLaw 100 Firm in Washington, DC, seeks a mid-level Associate Attorney to join its Government Contracts & National Security practice in Washington, DC.

The role involves handling bid protests, investigations, and regulatory counseling, with opportunities in high-stakes matters involving federal funding and national security concerns.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of government contracts experience, strong writing skills, and the ability to work independently and in teams.