This is an in-office role
Looking for associates whose class year ranges fron 2022 to 2024.
Who Is Our Client?
They're a destination AmLaw 100 law firm for talented, ambitious attorneys who value collaboration, teamwork, and commitment to excellence.
They are known around the world not only for delivering innovative yet practical client service but also for serving as an incubator for top-notch talent.
This client consistently receives top-tier rankings from leading directories and publications, speaking to their legal capabilities, dedication to creating an inclusive workplace, and commitment to their communities.
Representative Work
You will advise clients in a wide array of industries with all types of government and public procurement matters including:
Bid protests, other contract-related litigation
Contract Negotiations
Investigations
Technology Licensing
Compliance with federal & state laws and regulations
Cybersecurity
Government Contract Aspects of M&A Transactions
This client's Government Contracts and Public Procurement Practice Group represents clients in a wide array of industries and with all types of government contracts and public procurement matters, including bid protests and other contract-related litigation, contract negotiations, investigations, compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, technology licensing, cybersecurity, and government contract aspects of M&A transactions.
The Government Contracts & Public Procurement Practice Group is made up of:
10 Partners
2 Of Counsels
9 Associates
And they're looking to add another associate!
Our Client's Difference (What Makes Them Stand Out From The Rest)
They empower their lawyers at every level to take ownership of their careers and is transparent about what it takes to succeed and advance at the firm. The firms commitment to our attorneys growth extends throughout their careers.
Provide strategic advice and counseling to clients on a broad range of regulatory, compliance, investigatory, and enforcement matters pertaining to national security.
litigation, counseling, advisory and/or transactional matters.
Our clients Government Contracts practice is seeking one junior and one mid-level experienced, lateral associate to join their growing and vibrant team.
Who You Are?
You have 2-4 of transactional experience (a focus on mergers and acquisitions preferred) with demonstrated interest in government contracts and aerospace/defense.
You have outstanding writing and analytical skills, and top academic credentials.
You are admitted to the District of Columbia bar or can waive into the District of Columbia bar.
This client likes associates from the following law schools & law firms:
Harvard, Cornell, Georgetown, Yale, NYU, American University, Cal, George Washington University, UVA School of Law, Columbia, Boston College Law
Perkins Coie
Keller & Heckman LLP
Foley & Lardner
DLA Piper
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP
Latham & Watkins
Kirkland & Ellis
Associate Bonus Structure
Associates can count unlimited pro-bono and inclusion hours, and up to 100 pre-approved hours for knowledge management and business development activities, toward their bonus eligibility.
Additional high-hour bonuses are available at 2,100, 2,300, and 2,500 hours, and merit incentives are awarded to associates whose performance exceeds expectations, enhancing transparency in annual evaluations.
In 2025, the high-hours awards added % to the base bonus amount, and merit incentives added 10% or 20% to both the base bonus and high-hours awards. With these awards and incentives, our most senior associates were eligible for bonuses of up to $218,200, inclusive of special bonuses.
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability/401k
A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family.
Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options, backup child and elder care, and more.
Tax free health accounts: HSA and FSA.
401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans.
Global wellness program, including free access to health care advocates, Employee Assistance Program, Talkspace, and Calm apps.
Flex Time Away and reduced schedule arrangements.
Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration, and up to two professional associations. Additional bar memberships may be approved on a case-by-case basis.
Dedicated in-house pro bono counsel to assist with identifying pro bono organizations and matters to work with.
Matching gift programs for law school and charitable organization donations.
If you meet the requirements please apply today!
