Senior Associate - Government Contracts Law

Senior Associate - Government Contracts Law

This top-tier AmLaw150 firm is seeking an ambitious, highly skilled Government Contracts Associate to enhance our expert team. As a central member of our team, you will handle complex legal matters in government contracts, providing a pivotal role in supporting clients across aerospace/defense, life sciences/pharmaceuticals, construction, and manufacturing industries. This role offers a clear path to partnership for dedicated professionals keen on developing their leadership and client interaction skills. This is a chance to work in a dynamic, intellectually stimulating environment with the flexibility of location across our firm's national offices.

Salary: $350,000.00 - $550,000.00 per year

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage and conduct bid protests, ensuring in-depth analysis and strategic guidance.
• Address issues regarding cybersecurity in compliance with current laws and regulations.
• Oversee acquisition regulation compliance, including FAR and DFARS.
• Draft, revise, and negotiate Requests for Equitable Adjustments (REAs) and claims.
• Provide detailed claims analysis and counseling to clients, supporting CDA claim litigation processes.
• Navigate federal subcontracting, dispute resolution, compliance, and flow-down issues.
• Handle multiple award contract issues effectively, offering strategic legal advice.
• Support the procurement processes for small businesses, ensuring compliance and maximized opportunities.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• 4-5 years' experience in government contracts law, preferably within a law firm setting.
• Strong analytical skills and exceptional writing ability.
• Rich background in handling bid protests, cybersecurity compliance, and acquisition regulation.
• Experience in drafting REAs, claims, and involvement in CDA claim litigation.
• Robust understanding of federal subcontracting and compliance issues.
• Excellent academic credentials required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in aerospace/defense, infrastructure/construction, life sciences/pharmaceutical, or manufacturing industries.
• Virginia State Bar admission or eligibility.
• Proven track record of working independently on complex legal matters.
• A dynamic self-starter with a demonstrated interest in developing 'thought leadership' skills.
• Aspirations toward firm partnership and active client development.

Skills:

• Expert legal analysis and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with precise attention to detail.
• Leadership skills and the ability to mentor junior associates.
• Strong negotiation skills and strategic thinking.
• Technological adeptness with legal research and office productivity tools.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health care including medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement savings plan with firm contributions.
• Generous paid time-off and leave policies.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.