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Associate – Government Contracts (Transactional)

Advocates Legal Recruiting
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 2/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/23/2026

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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Salary : $235,000 - $310,000

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