Partner-level attorney with 3+ years of experience in federal government contracts

Ann Arbor office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks a partner-level attorney with 3+ years of experience in federal government contracts, with some experience in U.S. export controls, including OFAC sanctions. The candidate must have a book of business. Should have experience in advising clients on issues in government and commercial contracts involving A&D matters, drafting legal memoranda, bid protests, REAs and claims, and substantive policy articles and commentary. Experience researching the law applicable to government contracts and subcontracts, administrative law, and regulatory requirements at the federal and state level. Must have organizational and project management skills. Communication skills, both oral and written essential. Must be proficient in the use of legal research services. More lengthy experience is a plus. Space law experience is a plus. Experience with the FAR, DFARS, other agency FAR supplements, size protests; teaming agreements, JVs and mentor/protg; subcontracting and supply chain; data rights; M&A; including compliance, plus transactional and litigation support essential. Experience representing clients in administrative or court proceedings, including bid protests and claims, internal and government investigations, and compliance planning and training needed. Should be admitted to the State Bar of Michigan or the D.C. Bar or to practice in the courts in Maryland or Virginia, or eligible for admission by the anticipated start date. Experience with government contracting cost issues, government and commercial IP rights, FMS, FMF, security clearances and FOCI, and CFIUS is a plus.

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.