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Gov't, Defense and National Security Attorney - D.C.

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Government Contracts Counsel

Direct Counsel represents an AmLaw 100 firm seeking a Government Contracts Counsel with 5–8 years of post-JD experience to join its sophisticated Defense, National Security & Government Contracts practice in Washington, DC .

The ideal candidate will have strong experience advising clients on federal procurement matters, bid protests, contract disputes, investigations, and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).

Responsibilities
  • Advise clients on federal government contracts and procurement matters .
  • Handle bid protests and matters under the Contract Disputes Act (CDA) .
  • Counsel clients regarding the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and federal procurement requirements.
  • Conduct and assist with internal investigations and related government contracts matters.
  • Research complex legal and regulatory issues and provide strategic advice.
  • Draft and review pleadings, briefs, memoranda, and other legal documents.
Qualifications
  • 5–8 years of post-JD experience , excluding judicial clerkships.
  • Demonstrated experience in government contracts law .
  • Experience with bid protests, CDA matters, internal investigations, and federal procurement issues .
  • J.D. from an accredited law school.
  • Active bar admission and membership in good standing, or eligibility to waive into the DC Bar .
  • Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment .
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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