Junior Government Contracts Associate Attorney

A law firm in Washington, D.C., is seeking a Junior Government Contracts Associate Attorney to handle diverse government contract issues, including bid protests, claims litigation, investigations, compliance counseling, and M&A due diligence. The ideal candidate should possess 1-2 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 DC Bar and direct and applicable AmLaw 100 law firm experience are essential.

Duties:

• Manage a variety of 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:

• 1-2 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 DC 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 DC 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 Amlaw firm is best known for allowing its associates to find a balanced work load that best suites them. As a result, the company operates with an entrepreneurial culture, offers flexible face-time, and values diversity and a work space inclusive of everyone. This firm is also one that values pro-bono work?encouraging their associates to gain real-life experience and take charge of their own opportunities and success.