Lateral Government Contracts Associate

Job Overview:
A leading law firm is seeking a Government Contracts Associate to join its nationally recognized practice in Washington, D.C. The ideal candidate should have experience handling a broad range of government contract matters, including litigation, corporate transactions, suspension and debarment issues, and False Claims Act/internal investigations. This position offers an opportunity to work on high-profile cases in a dynamic legal environment.

Location:

• Washington, D.C.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel on government contracts, including regulatory compliance and transactional matters.
• Represent clients in litigation related to government contract disputes.
• Assist with internal investigations and False Claims Act matters.
• Advise clients on suspension and debarment issues.
• Support corporate transactions involving government contractors.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, pleadings, and motions.

Requirements:

• Law school class years 2018 through 2020.
• Experience in government contracts law.
• Prior experience in bid protests is not required but is beneficial.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active bar membership in good standing (preferably in Washington, D.C., or eligibility to waive in).

Skills:

• Knowledge of government contract regulations and compliance.
• Experience with litigation, investigations, and regulatory matters.
• Strong communication and client management skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

This Vault 50 leading international law firm has been consistently ranked among the world's top law firms in industry surveys and major publications. Associates emphasize the firm's flexibility and the ability to work on cutting-edge, high-stakes matters with brilliant attorneys, as well as the ability to advise clients on some of today's most complex and significant matters. Associates described the firm as laid back and a BigLaw paradise. Associates are drawn to the firm's impressive reputation and headline hitting cases. One associate remarked at how happy he noticed attorneys working at this firm were. Junior attorneys obtain experience in document review and drafting, motion drafting, appellate brief drafting, first-chairing depositions, and working on memoranda for major clients. The firm is distinctively positioned in today's global marketplace and offers unparalleled, innovative thinking for clients with the most challenging needs. The attorneys at this firm aspire to handle all matters as partners with their clients. The firm leads retreats across its offices, allowing great networking opportunities. The firm also emphasizes a strong diversity and pro bono on its attorneys.