Aerospace and Defense Attorney Job in Detroit, MI Near Me - 335866 | BCGSearch.com

Aerospace and Defense Attorney

Type Full-Time

Location Michigan - Detroit

Job ID 16RF335866

Experience Level Midlevel Associate

Job Experience Min. 3 Years

Ranking 3 : Mostly Business $$$

Estimated Salary Lower than Highest Salary Band in Market (Varies by Firm)

Practice Areas Government ContractsInternational Trade

2024-09-12 07:23:17

A law firm in Detroit, MI is seeking an Aerospace and Defense Attorney with a minimum of 3 years of experience in federal government contracts, preferably with exposure to U.S. export controls. The ideal candidate will provide counsel on a range of A&D matters, including government and commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, and litigation support.

 

Duties:

  • Advise clients on government and commercial contracts in the aerospace and defense sector
  • Draft legal memoranda, bid protests, REAs, claims, and policy articles
  • Conduct legal research on government contracts, subcontracts, and regulatory requirements
  • Manage projects and demonstrate organizational skills
  • Represent clients in administrative and court proceedings, including bid protests and claims
  • Assist with internal and government investigations and compliance planning
  • Handle transactional support, including M&A and data rights issues

 

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in federal government contracts
  • Familiarity with U.S. export controls, including OFAC sanctions
  • Admission to the State Bar of Michigan or the D.C. Bar, or eligibility for admission by anticipated start date
  • Portable book of business is desirable

 

Education:

Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school

 

Certifications:

Admitted to the State Bar of Michigan or the D.C. Bar, or eligible for admission by anticipated start

date

 

Skills:

  • Strong communication skills, both oral and written
  • Proficiency in legal research services
  • Knowledge of government contracting regulations, including the FAR, DFARS, and agency FAR supplements
  • Experience with space law, government contracting cost issues, and IP rights is advantageous
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively

One of the largest and established law firms based in Michigan, with offices in Michigan and elsewhere, this firm has played and continues to play significant role in industrial and manufacturing industries in and around Detroit. This is a full service law firm, whose practice area includes corporate, litigation, tax, intellectual property, and other types of law. The firm has an impressive list of global clients. The lawyers graduated from both regional and national law schools, with high academic honors. The environment at the firm is collegial, but lawyers are expected to work hard and long. Fortunately, lawyers are compensated well at the firm, and generally its lawyers enjoy their work and their colleagues. An excellent opportunity awaits outstanding attorneys with top credentials.

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