Counsel

Government Contracts Counsel — Defense, National Security & Government Contracts

An Am Law 50 firm

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A leading international full-service law firm is seeking an experienced attorney to join its Defense, National Security, and Government Contracts Practice as a Government Contracts Counsel in its Washington, D.C. office.

The practice spans government contracts, white collar defense and investigations, and False Claims Act matters. The role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated matters at the intersection of government, technology, and business for a broad client base.

The firm is committed to recruiting, developing, and promoting the strongest legal talent, and offers a highly competitive total compensation package benchmarked against other major law firms.

  • 5–8 years of post-JD experience (excluding judicial clerkships)
  • Background in government contracts, with exposure to white collar defense, investigations, or False Claims Act matters
  • Strong analytical, writing, and client-facing skills
  • Admission to practice in Washington, D.C. (or eligibility to obtain it)

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