Government Contracts Associate

We are looking for a 1st – 4th year associate to join our firm's growing Government Contracts practice in Washington, D.C. The associate will work on a broad range of government contracts matters spanning both litigation and transactional work. The associate will support bid protests before the Government Accountability Office (GAO), the U.S. Court of Federal Claims (COFC), and agency-level forums, as well as government contracts claims and disputes arising under the Contract Disputes Act (CDA), requests for equitable adjustment (REAs), and related proceedings. The associate will also support white-collar defense and government investigations, including False Claims Act (FCA) matters, suspension and debarment proceedings, and internal investigations.

The associate will also counsel government contractor clients on FAR/DFARS compliance, organizational conflicts of interest (OCI), mandatory disclosure obligations, cybersecurity requirements (CMMC, NIST 800-171), and supply chain risk management. The associate will also provide M&A due diligence and transactional support for deals involving government contractors, including analysis of government contract portfolios, novation and change-of-name requirements, assignment of claims issues, and successor liability under government contracts.

Lateral Recruiting Contact: Kendra Abercrombie ([email protected])

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Law Degree
• Eligibility for North Carolina Bar admission is preferred.

BENEFITS AT MOORE & VAN ALLEN

• Health and Wellness: We provide multiple health insurance plans, including a Health Savings Account option. You'll also have access to dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage, as well as telehealth services.
• Financial Security: Enjoy a Cash Balance Pension Plan (for members) or Flexible Spending Accounts (for non-members), Life Insurance, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. We also offer Short & Long Term Disability coverage and a Financial Wellness Program to help you plan for the future.
• Work-Life Balance: Take advantage of our Maternal/Paternal Parental Leave policy, generous Holiday and Vacation Pay, and Bereavement Leave. We also prioritize your overall well-being with a Body Wellness Program and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Relocation & Bar Support: We reimburse reasonable relocation expenses and cover bar application and review costs to help make your transition to Moore & Van Allen as smooth as possible.

ABOUT MOORE & VAN ALLEN

Moore & Van Allen is more than just a law firm—we're a strategic partner invested in our clients' success. Consistently ranked in the Am Law 200, we've been delivering innovative legal solutions since 1945. Our commitment goes beyond traditional legal services; we champion our clients' ideas, values, and aspirations, ensuring they receive clear perspectives and unexpected solutions to their complex challenges. This unwavering client focus has fueled our growth into one of the largest law firms in the Southeast. With a team of over 400 talented attorneys and professionals, we offer expertise in over 90 areas of practice, serving clients across the nation and around the globe. From Fortune 500 companies and financial institutions to healthcare innovators and technology leaders, our clients benefit from our strategic and innovative approach to high-stakes business transactions, intricate legal matters, and complex disputes. Our seven decades of experience are the foundation of our value. We're a nationally recognized firm with a vibrant, inclusive culture and a deep commitment to our community. We understand that true success comes from the power of collaboration and the strength of ideas.