Government Contracts Associate Attorney

Morrison & Foerster, LLP•Washington, DC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Morrison & Foerster'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. This includes 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 firm is seeking one junior and one mid-level experienced, lateral associate to join their growing and vibrant team.

Requirements

2-6 years of government contracts experience in government contracts litigation, counseling, advisory and/or transactional matters.
Outstanding writing and analytical skills.
Top academic credentials.
Admitted to the District of Columbia bar or able to waive into the District of Columbia bar.

Responsibilities

Represent clients in bid protests and other contract-related litigation.
Engage in contract negotiations.
Conduct investigations related to government contracts.
Ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.
Handle technology licensing matters.
Address cybersecurity issues.
Manage government contract aspects of M&A transactions.

Benefits

Market leading salary.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options, backup child and elder care.
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.
Dedicated in-house pro bono counsel.
Matching gift programs for law school and charitable organization donations.