Government Contracts Senior Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Government Contracts Senior Associate in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate will join a dynamic practice focusing on government contracts and national security, providing transactional support and regulatory counseling.

Duties

• Provide transactional support in M&A and structured investments.
• Conduct DCSA facility security clearances and FOCI analyses.
• Offer regulatory counseling on small business set-aside programs and SBIR/STTR awards.
• Advise on rights in technical data, software, and subject inventions.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity/CMMC standards.
• Negotiate prime contracts, subcontracts, and teaming agreements.

Requirements

• Five or more years of government contracts practice experience.
• Proven ability to manage multiple short-deadline assignments.
• Excellent writing skills.
• High level of academic achievement from a nationally recognized law school.

Education

• Juris Doctor from a nationally recognized law school.

Certifications

• Relevant legal certifications preferred.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and negotiation abilities.
• Detail-oriented with superior quality work product.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Long-term care and backup care benefits.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation and two weeks of sick time per year.
• Ten paid holidays annually.

Creative lawyering in a laid back environment is big draw for associates at this Amlaw firm. This California-based firm is highly regarded as one of the most innovative firms in the market. The firm is best known for its technology work and life sciences clients, and is generally recognized as the top legal provider for emerging companies. The California culture of the firm fosters a collaborative and social workplace, while the sophisticated training and meaningful attorney mentorship help develop associates into world class lawyers.