Our client is seeking a mid-level attorney to work across consequential federal procurement disputes, investigations, compliance counseling, and M&A diligence. This Washington, DC opportunity offers hands-on matter responsibility and direct engagement with clients on a varied government-contracts docket.
The Work
- Manage and support bid protests and claims litigation, developing legal analysis and strategy and preparing briefs, motions, and other persuasive filings.
- Assist with government-contracts investigations, analyze relevant facts and regulations, and help advise clients on responsive and effective next steps.
- Counsel clients on government-contracts compliance issues and communicate practical guidance as applicable legal standards and precedents evolve.
- Conduct due diligence on government-contracts issues in M&A transactions, identifying and analyzing procurement-related matters relevant to the deal.
- Take an active role in complex matters from inception through resolution, supporting hearings, depositions, negotiations, trials, settlements, and closings as needed.
- Build client relationships through regular updates, responsive advice, and clear communication, while collaborating with lawyers and business professionals on matter strategy.
What You Bring
- Four to five years of relevant government-contracts experience in a law firm, federal agency, or comparable setting.
- Demonstrated interest in and experience with government-contracts and procurement-related issues.
- Experience serving as a lead associate on government-contracts litigation, diligence, and/or investigation matters is strongly preferred.
- Strong legal research, analysis, writing, and oral communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and persuasive legal documents.
- Sound professional judgment, attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage competing demands independently and collaboratively.
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and admission to practice in the District of Columbia.
- Government Contracts coursework or a clerkship with the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, the Federal Circuit, or a Board of Contract Appeals is preferred, but not required.
Why Consider It
The practice offers exposure to a broad mix of disputes, investigations, counseling, and transaction diligence, with an opportunity to take meaningful ownership of matters and work directly with clients.
The stated hiring range is $310,000–$365,000, depending on qualifications and other factors.
The role requires regular in-office presence with some flexibility to work from home.
Compensation & Benefits
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance and a 401(k); ongoing professional development is also encouraged.
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.