Senior Government Contracts Associate Attorney

A law firm in McLean seeks a Senior Government Contracts Associate Attorney with a minimum of $400-500k in portables to handle diverse government contract issues, including bid protests, claims litigation, investigations, compliance counseling, and M&A due diligence. The ideal candidate should possess 16 years of experience in a law firm's government contracts practice or equivalent experience in procurement-related issues, such as through a clerkship with the US Court of Federal Claims or Boards of Contract Appeals. Admission to the State Bar and direct and applicable AmLaw 100 law firm experience is essential.

Duties:
• Manage various government contract issues, including bid protests, claims litigation, investigations, compliance counseling, and M&A due diligence.
• Conduct legal research and provide advice on government contract matters.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, contracts, and compliance documents.
• Represent clients in negotiations, hearings, and court proceedings.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and clients on complex government contract matters.

Requirements:
• 16 years of experience in a law firm's government contracts practice or equivalent experience handling procurement-related issues for a Federal agency or through a clerkship with the US Court of Federal Claims or Boards of Contract Appeals.
• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar.
• Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 law firm experience.

Education:
• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Law school coursework related to Government Contracts is preferred.

Certifications:
Admission to the State Bar.

Skills:
• Demonstrated interest in and experience with government contracts.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficient in handling complex government contract issues.

This firm is based in Richmond, Virginia. Practice areas include Banking & Finance, Bankruptcy & Creditor Rights, Commercial Litigation, Commercial Real Estate, Corporate, Direct Marketing, Employee Benefits, Employment Law and Labor Law. The firm was formed to provide innovative legal solutions, preventative maintenance counseling and other highly efficient services.