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Associate – Government Contracts (Transactional)

Advocates Legal Recruiting

  • Washington, District of Columbia
  • 20 days ago

    Highlights

    Our AmLaw 100 client has a strong presence in DC and regularly advises major contractors, private equity sponsors, and strategic buyers in regulated industries. The practice sits within a broader white collar and investigations platform, giving you visibility into both transactional and enforcement risk.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationWashington, District of Columbia
    WebsiteAdvocatesLegalRecruiting.com

    Description


    ASSOCIATE – GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS (2–5 YEARS)
    (Washington, DC)

    Government Contracts Associate | Transactional Focus | DC

    A leading firm in this space is seeking a 2nd–5th year associate to join its Government Contracts team in Washington, DC.

    This is a transactional and regulatory role advising sophisticated contractors and investors navigating federal procurement rules.

    The Role

    You will counsel clients on:

    • Government contracts compliance and regulatory strategy
    • M&A involving government contractors
    • Small business size-status issues
    • Domestic preference requirements and supply chain considerations
    • FAR and agency-specific procurement regulations

    The practice sits within a broader white collar and investigations platform, giving you visibility into both transactional and enforcement risk.

    Candidate Profile

    • 2–5 years of government contracts experience
    • Exposure to M&A due diligence in the government contractor space
    • Strong working knowledge of FAR and related regulations
    • Clear, practical judgment when advising business teams

    You should be comfortable advising on live transactions and interacting with sophisticated in-house legal and compliance teams.

    Why This Role

    Our AmLaw 100 client has a strong presence in DC and regularly advises major contractors, private equity sponsors, and strategic buyers in regulated industries.

    You will gain early responsibility and hands-on exposure to deals where government contracts issues drive valuation and structure.

    For associates who want to be more than a regulatory footnote in a transaction, this platform gives you a seat at the table.

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