Associate – Government Contracts (Transactional)

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 Am. Law 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. Confidential Inquiries If this describes your background, Click below to SCHEDULE A CALL or use the "I'm Interested" button to send us your information confidentially: