Government Contracts Associate | $240K–$330K | Hybrid | New York City Law Firm

🏛️ Government Contracts Associate – Hybrid

Location: New York City, NY
Compensation: $240,000 – $330,000
Employment Type: Full-Time | Hybrid (In-Person + Remote)
Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
Relocation: Not Provided

Join a leading national law firm known for its high-stakes, high-profile work at the intersection of government, business, and public policy. This Government and Regulatory Practice Group is seeking an experienced Associate (3–6 years PQE) to join their New York City office.

🔍 About the Role:

You’ll advise a mix of public and private sector clients on complex legal and regulatory issues. The work involves:

• Government contracts and compliance

• Construction disputes (especially heavy civil)

• Local, state, and federal regulatory matters

• Appearances before courts, administrative agencies, dispute boards, and public bodies

Industries covered include transportation, environmental services, real estate, and healthcare.

✅ Key Requirements:

• 3–6 years of relevant legal experience from a top-tier law firm or government agency

• Strong background in construction law, government contracts, or regulatory matters

• Excellent academic credentials

• Superior research, writing, and advocacy skills

• Ability to manage workload independently with sound legal judgment

• Admission to the New York Bar (in good standing)

🏆 Ideal Candidate:

• Has Big Law, litigation, government, or regulatory experience

• Brings knowledge of heavy civil construction disputes or public contracts

• Excels in client-facing environments and policy-driven matters

• Eager to work on high-impact cases across diverse sectors

🎯 Why Join This Team?

This is a standout opportunity to:

• Work with a collaborative, high-performing legal team

• Handle major legal and policy issues involving infrastructure, compliance, and public sector interests

• Build expertise in a practice that combines litigation, advisory, and regulatory strategy

📌 Additional Details:

• Seniority Level: Associate

• Education Required: Juris Doctor (JD)

• Travel: Not Required

• Security Clearance: Not Required

• Bonus Eligible: No

• Commission: No

📣 This role is exclusive and should not be reposted. Interested candidates should meet the exact experience criteria (3–6 years) and demonstrate a strong academic and professional foundation.

Associate General Counsel – General Litigation (Multifamily) | Hybrid | McLean, VA

Job Title: Associate General Counsel - General Litigation (Multifamily) (Hybrid - 3 Days in Office)

Location: McLean, Virginia, United States
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in-office; Monday & Friday remote)

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced litigation attorney to provide legal counsel on risk management and represent the organization in various litigation matters, administrative actions, and investigations. This role involves advising the company’s Multifamily business and legal teams on litigation risks related to the origination, purchase, and securitization of Multifamily loans. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic corporate legal environment dedicated to supporting affordable housing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent the company in federal and state courts, administrative proceedings, and similar legal matters.

• Manage and oversee outside counsel while driving case strategy.

• Provide legal advice on litigation risks associated with the company’s Multifamily operations, including business restrictions and contractual obligations.

• Conduct and manage internal and external investigations as needed.

• Perform legal research and offer strategic guidance on complex litigation matters.

• Collaborate with the eDiscovery team on document preservation, production, and discovery processes.

• Respond to third-party subpoenas and government information requests.

• Develop a deep understanding of the company’s business operations, including contractual agreements and regulatory compliance.

• Handle additional legal duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

• Active membership in good standing with a state Bar.

• Minimum of 12 years of relevant litigation experience at a top-tier law firm or in-house at a financial institution with a sophisticated real estate and investment portfolio.

• Extensive experience with all aspects of litigation, including motion practice, depositions, discovery, and trial preparation.

• Strong background in counseling senior executives on legal risk and litigation strategy.

• Experience managing investigations, including interactions with regulatory and law enforcement agencies.

• In-depth knowledge of Multifamily loan origination, purchase, and securitization.

• Strong eDiscovery expertise.

• Excellent legal research, analytical, writing, and advocacy skills.

Keys to Success in This Role:

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders.

• Capacity to manage multiple legal matters independently and prioritize effectively.

• Intellectual curiosity and proactive problem-solving abilities.

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base Salary: $224,000 - $336,000 (Bonus Eligible)

• Full Benefits Package

• Potential Relocation Assistance for the Ideal Candidate

This is a full-time, hybrid position that offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization committed to expanding access to affordable housing. Apply today to learn more!