Government Contracts Counseling & Litigation Associate Attorney

Job overview

The Government Contracts Counseling & Litigation Associate Attorney role is an onsite position available in Anchorage, AK; Portland, OR; Seattle, WA; or Washington, DC. The salary range is $147,000–$325,000 annually. The associate joins a government contracts and grants practice advising clients across the federal contracting and funding lifecycle. The attorney advises on procurement and grant compliance, represents clients in protests and disputes, and handles investigations and litigation involving government contracts and federal funding. The role also supports grant administration, transactions, and counseling for Alaska Native Corporations and affiliated entities.

What you'll do

• Advise on federal procurement regulations, including FAR, DFARS, and agency supplements
• represent clients in bid protests, contract claims, and disputes before listed tribunals
• handle False Claims Act investigations, qui tam actions, civil litigation, and enforcement proceedings
• conduct internal investigations and compliance reviews
• counsel on grants and cooperative agreements
• support grant lifecycle matters, compliance, audits, and agency oversight
• support M&A diligence and transactions
• advise on SBA programs and Alaska Native Corporation matters
• handle construction-related claims and disputes.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

government contracts

associate attorney

litigation

federal procurement

far

dfars

federal grants

bid protests

false claims act

washington dc

direct counsel

$147k–$325k

full-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k)
• bonus eligibility
• paid time off
• disability coverage
• life insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• wellness resources
• commuter benefits
• additional voluntary benefits.

Why this role

The posting lists four possible offices and a salary range of $147,000–$325,000 annually; it describes a mid-level associate opportunity for candidates with 3–6 years of relevant experience.

About the employer

Direct Counsel is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.