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We are a global law firm with a powerful strategic focus and real momentum. Our industry-focused strategy is seeing us take on pioneering work in places that others have yet to reach. Our shared values define our culture and our workplace. You will find us to be unusually collegial, team-oriented, and ready to innovate. We work seamlessly across practices, offices and around the world. This elimination of boundaries has allowed us to evolve into a law firm that works as hard for its culture as it does for its clients.
Job Description
We are a global law firm with a powerful strategic focus and real momentum. Our industry-focused strategy is seeing us take on pioneering work in places that others have yet to reach. Our shared values define our culture and our workplace. You will find us to be unusually collegial, team-oriented, and ready to innovate. We work seamlessly across practices, offices and around the world. This elimination of boundaries has allowed us to evolve into a law firm that works as hard for its culture as it does for its clients.
The Washington, D.C. office of Norton Rose Fulbright is seeking an experienced associate (3rd to 5th year) or experienced counsel/senior counsel to join the Government Contracts practice within the Regulations, Investigations, Securities and Compliance practice team. Ideal candidates will have experience advising government contractors regarding their interactions with federal and state agencies, including advising on a wide range of compliance and regulatory issues; drafting and negotiating contracts with subcontractors and suppliers performing on government contracts; assisting with corporate transactions involving government contractors; counseling clients on claims and disputes involving government contracts, including preparing and prosecuting requests for equitable adjustment and claims; and assisting clients with bid protests. Additional experience with small business issues, IP/data rights issues, security clearance issues, import/export compliance, including knowledge of ITAR/EAR issues, and international transactions is beneficial. Preference given to candidates who possess a broad background in a government contracts practice, with experience in corporate transactions, compliance counseling, and litigation. The candidate should have strong academic credentials from a top-tier law school (U.S. JD required); excellent communication and writing skills and a demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Key Requirements: - 3-5 years or more of legal experience.
- Experience advising government contractors on compliance and regulatory issues.
- Drafting and negotiating contracts experience with subcontractors and suppliers performing on government contracts.
- Experience counseling clients on claims and disputes involving government contracts including:
- Experience preparing and prosecuting requests for equitable adjustment and claims.
- Experience assisting clients with bid protests.
- Preferred experience with small business issues, IP/data rights issues, security clearance issues, import/export compliance, including knowledge of ITAR/EAR issues, and international transactions.
- Preferred broad background in a government contracts practice, with experience in corporate transactions, compliance counseling, and litigation.
Additional Information: - Gain exposure to global legal practices and deepen your understanding of complex government contracts and regulations.
- Collaborate with a market-leading team on high-impact regulatory and enforcement matters.
- Be part of a collaborative and innovative firm that values professional growth and excellence.
Location : Washington D.C.
Compensation: Employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The full-time base salary per year for this position will range between $260,000 - $420,000. This range represents the firm's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting for the position. Bonus opportunities are non-guaranteed and are dependent upon individual and firm performance.
Top 5 Reasons to Join Norton Rose Fulbright We are committed to your professional and personal growth. Here is what sets us apart:
Thrive in a workplace that values a people first culture, work-life balance, and overall well-being. Enjoy:
- Carrot Fertility: Inclusive family-forming benefits for all full-time employees.
- Vacation Award: Earn a $2,500 vacation stipend after meeting billable thresholds.
- Wellness Perks: Free Peloton app membership, Lyra mental health support (8 free therapy or coaching sessions), and Spot Pet Insurance for your furry companions.
- Growth & Career Development
Advance your career with hands-on experience, sector-specific expertise, and leadership opportunities.
- Business Development Support: Reimbursement for relationship-building activities.
- Executive Coaching: Eligible lawyers with 250+ BD hours receive firm-sponsored coaching.
- Global Reach, Local Impact
Work on cross-border deals, international clients, and high-profile projects while making a difference in your local community.
- Pro Bono & Volunteer Time: All non-partner lawyers receive 8 hours of firm time per year for community service.
- Collaborative Culture, World-Class Talent
Join a team that fosters mentorship, innovation, and professional excellence.
- Referral Bonus: Earn $50,000 for referring top-tier legal talent who join the firm.
- Commitment to Innovation
Stay at the forefront of the legal industry with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions that enhance your practice and drive success.
Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Benefit packages include access to three medical plans, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Employees can also access pre-tax benefits such as health savings and flexible spending accounts. Norton Rose Fulbright helps provide financial security by allowing employees to participate in a 401(k) savings plan and profit-sharing plans if eligible. Full- time employees are eligible to access fertility benefits designed to support fertility and family-forming journeys.
In addition to the Firms health and welfare benefits above, we offer a competitive paid time off plan, which provides a minimum of 20 days off based on your role and tenure with the firm. The firm offers a generous paid parental leave benefit allowing parents to take a minimum of 14 weeks of paid leave to bond with your newborn, or adopted child(ren). Employees are also entitled to 11 Firm holidays.
Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal laws and their implementing regulations that require the collection and recording of certain data and information. The information we receive will not be used to make any decision regarding employment and will be kept separate from your application. Similarly, self-identification information is kept confidential and used only in accordance with applicable federal laws and regulations. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Norton Rose Fulbright is committed to providing reasonable accommodation as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation to complete your application, please contact us.hr@nortonrosefulbright.com. Please provide your contact information and a description of your accessibility issue. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
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