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WilmerHale · 23 hours ago

Gov't, Defense and National Security Attorney

positionWashington, DC
timeContract
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
date6+ years exp

WilmerHale is a leading, full-service international law firm with a commitment to quality and excellence. They are seeking a Government Contracts Counsel with 6-8 years of post-JD experience to join their Washington, DC office, focusing on government contracts law and related practices.

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Responsibilities

Demonstrated experience in Government Contracts law, including, bid protest work, the Contract Disputes Act, internal investigations, counseling, and Federal procurement issues involving the Federal Acquisition Regulation ("FAR")

Qualification

Government Contracts lawFederal Acquisition RegulationBid protest workContract Disputes ActInternal investigationsJuris DoctorAnalytical skillsWriting skillsCollaborative work

Required

6-8 years of post-JD experience (excluding judicial clerkships)
Demonstrated experience in Government Contracts law, including bid protest work, the Contract Disputes Act, internal investigations, counseling, and Federal procurement issues involving the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
Juris Doctor
Attorney must be licensed to practice law and a member in good standing or eligible to waive into the DC bar
Excellent writing skills
Strong analytical skills
Willingness to positively contribute to a collaborative work environment

Company

WilmerHale

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WilmerHale provides legal representation across a comprehensive range of practice areas that are critical to the success of our clients
dateFounded in 2004
location
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
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http://www.wilmerhale.com

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Funding

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Christopher Rose
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Javad Mostofizadeh
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