Strategic Government Contracts & National Security Attorney

Connectly Recruiting; Washington (District of Columbia); Presencial; USD 260.000 - 365.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

FSA/HSA plans

401(k)

PTO

Parental Leave

Commuter Benefits

Professional Development

Pet Insurance

Flexible Scheduling

Childcare Support

Descripción de la vacante

Unknown Firm in Washington, DC, seeks a mid-level Associate Attorney for its Government Contracts & National Security practice. The role focuses on bid protests, litigation, and regulatory matters with exposure to federal funding and national-security-related issues.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of government contracts experience, top-tier JD, and DC bar admission. Large firm background and clerical insight are valued. Equal opportunity employer.

Formación

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in Washington, D.C., 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 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 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.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

Legal research

Written advocacy

Oral advocacy

Negotiation

Clerkship experience

Educación

JD from top-tier law school

Active DC Bar Admission

Descripción del empleo

Unknown Firm in Washington, DC, seeks a mid-level Associate Attorney for its Government Contracts & National Security practice. The role focuses on bid protests, litigation, and regulatory matters with exposure to federal funding and national-security-related issues.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of government contracts experience, top-tier JD, and DC bar admission. Large firm background and clerical insight are valued. Equal opportunity employer.