Government Contracts Associate Attorney

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East Brunswick, NJ

Government Contracts Associate Attorney

Attorney

2-10 yrs required

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Job Overview

A prominent law firm seeks an experienced Government Contracts Associate to join its Chambers-ranked Government Contracts group. The position involves working on complex government contracts matters, with opportunities for growth and advancement toward partnership.

Location

• East Brunswick, NJ.

Duties

• Represent clients in bid protests and related litigation.
• Advise on cybersecurity and compliance with acquisition regulations, including FAR and DFARS.
• Draft and manage Requests for Equitable Adjustments (REAs) and claims.
• Conduct claims analysis and provide counseling under the Contract Disputes Act (CDA).
• Address federal subcontracting, dispute resolution, and compliance with flow-down requirements.
• Provide legal support for multiple award contracts and small business procurement matters.
• Collaborate on cases involving aerospace/defense, infrastructure/construction, life sciences/pharmaceutical, and manufacturing industries.

Requirements

• 4–5 years of experience in government contracts law, preferably in a law firm environment.
• Proven ability to work independently on certain legal matters.
• Strong interest in client development and legal thought leadership.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the Virginia State Bar is strongly preferred.

Skills

• Expertise in bid protests, cybersecurity, and acquisition regulation compliance (FAR and DFARS).
• Proficiency in drafting REAs, claims, and handling CDA litigation.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive with intellectual curiosity.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.