The role involves handling an array of Government Contract issues, including bid protests and claims litigation, investigations, compliance counseling, and M&A due diligence in matters involving government contracts.
Candidates must have demonstrated interest and experience in Government Contracts.
The ideal candidate would have experience serving as a lead associate on government contract litigation, diligence, and/or investigation matters.
Preferred qualifications include law school coursework related to Government Contracts and/or a clerkship with the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, Federal Circuit, or Boards of Contract Appeals.
The position may involve occasional domestic and international travel.
The work environment is hybrid, requiring regular in-office presence with some flexibility for work-from-home.

Mid-Level Government Contracts Associate

4-5 PQE · September 1, 2026 (2 months ago)

DLA Piper

4-5 PQE · September 1, 2026 (2 months ago)

Salary

$310,000 - $365,000

Employment type

Full-time

Practice area

Government · Government · Investigations · Litigation

Location

District of Columbia

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Overview

The role involves handling an array of Government Contract issues, including bid protests and claims litigation, investigations, compliance counseling, and M&A due diligence in matters involving government contracts.
Candidates must have demonstrated interest and experience in Government Contracts.
The ideal candidate would have experience serving as a lead associate on government contract litigation, diligence, and/or investigation matters.
Preferred qualifications include law school coursework related to Government Contracts and/or a clerkship with the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, Federal Circuit, or Boards of Contract Appeals.
The position may involve occasional domestic and international travel.
The work environment is hybrid, requiring regular in-office presence with some flexibility for work-from-home.

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Last updated: November 10, 2026