Government Contracts Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Government Contracts Associate with 2-5 years of experience to join their Washington, DC office. This role offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic team in a growing practice area.

Duties

• Handle bid protests and contract claims.
• Engage in mergers and acquisitions.
• Address small business issues.
• Participate in cybersecurity and data rights matters.
• Conduct internal investigations and manage suspension and debarment proceedings.
• Draft and negotiate subcontracts, teaming agreements, and other transaction agreements.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of relevant legal experience.
• Superior written, oral, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Ability to work independently and productively.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in good standing.

Skills

• Detail-oriented and diligent.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Firm-sponsored memberships (e.g., Peloton, Norton LifeLock).
• Hybrid work options.

This mid-sized firm represents a broad range of business, commercial and litigation practices. On the corporate side, substantive areas of law practiced include securities, mergers and acquisitions, tax, health care, estate planning, public finance, real estate, commercial lending, intellectual property, international and trade finance. Litigation services provided to their clients include commercial and banking litigation, medical malpractice and product liability defense, intellectual property matters, construction contract disputes, employment litigation and environmental law. Attorneys enjoy a friendly work environment, are actively involved in their communities, and receive nice salaries.