Ogletree Deakins
Position Summary
Ogletree Deakins has an opportunity for an experienced Government Contracts Attorney to join the firm's dynamic and long-established practice representing premier local and national employers. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys who are proactive and passionate about assuming a high‑level role providing legal service within a sophisticated practice and who are seeking to assume a significant role. This role requires extensive contact with clients, governmental agencies and opposing counsel.
Duties include, but are not limited to, legal research, drafting pleadings, and representing clients in all phases of government procurement claims, and other government‑related litigation, as well as advising contractors on government compliance matters.
Requirements
Juris Doctor degree. Candidates must be and remain licensed to practice law and in good standing in the state in which they are located. During employment, must meet requirements for continuing licensure for law practice.
Candidates must possess 8+ years of experience with government contracting.
In-depth knowledge and experience advising on federal and state acquisition and procurement matters, as well as knowledge of the FAR, DFARS, the False Claims Act, and/or investigations/protests related to federal, state, and local government procurement law.
Excellent analytical, writing and communication skills are required.
Benefits In accordance with California's amended labor code as stated in Senate Bill 1162, the expected salary range for this California position is between $287,500 and $300,000. In accordance with the Wage Transparency Omnibus Amendment Act, the expected salary range for this DC position is between $262,500 and $275,000. In accordance with Maryland's Equal Pay for Equal Work-Wage Range Transparency Law, the expected salary range for this Baltimore position is between $230,000 and $240,000. In accordance with Massachusetts Frances Perkins Workplace Equity Act, the expected salary range for this Massachusetts position is between $262,500 and $275,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, geographic location, and other job‑related factors as permitted by law. This position qualifies for the benefits below. The application deadline for this position is August 12, 2025.
Ogletree Deakins offers a robust suite of benefits for our attorneys including comprehensive training and development programs including an annual firm‑wide Attorney Retreat, CLE and bar admission expense reimbursement, several competitive annual bonus programs, 401(k) plan, affordable health, and life insurance including dental and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, employee assistance program, back‑up childcare program, and a paid parental leave on‑ramping program.
Contact Information If you have questions, please e‐mail Ali Gardiner at ali.gardiner@ogletree.com with "Government Contracts Attorney" in the subject line. Please note applications submitted via e‑mail will not be considered.
Firm Overview Ogletree Deakins is one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment‑related legal matters. The firm has more than 1,100 attorneys located in 59 offices across the United States and in Europe, Canada, and Mexico. The firm represents a diverse range of clients, including many of the Fortune 50 companies in the U.S.
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Duties include, but are not limited to, legal research, drafting pleadings, and representing clients in all phases of government procurement claims, and other government‑related litigation, as well as advising contractors on government compliance matters.
Requirements
Juris Doctor degree. Candidates must be and remain licensed to practice law and in good standing in the state in which they are located. During employment, must meet requirements for continuing licensure for law practice.
Candidates must possess 8+ years of experience with government contracting.
In-depth knowledge and experience advising on federal and state acquisition and procurement matters, as well as knowledge of the FAR, DFARS, the False Claims Act, and/or investigations/protests related to federal, state, and local government procurement law.
Excellent analytical, writing and communication skills are required.
Benefits In accordance with California's amended labor code as stated in Senate Bill 1162, the expected salary range for this California position is between $287,500 and $300,000. In accordance with the Wage Transparency Omnibus Amendment Act, the expected salary range for this DC position is between $262,500 and $275,000. In accordance with Maryland's Equal Pay for Equal Work-Wage Range Transparency Law, the expected salary range for this Baltimore position is between $230,000 and $240,000. In accordance with Massachusetts Frances Perkins Workplace Equity Act, the expected salary range for this Massachusetts position is between $262,500 and $275,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, geographic location, and other job‑related factors as permitted by law. This position qualifies for the benefits below. The application deadline for this position is August 12, 2025.
Ogletree Deakins offers a robust suite of benefits for our attorneys including comprehensive training and development programs including an annual firm‑wide Attorney Retreat, CLE and bar admission expense reimbursement, several competitive annual bonus programs, 401(k) plan, affordable health, and life insurance including dental and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, employee assistance program, back‑up childcare program, and a paid parental leave on‑ramping program.
Contact Information If you have questions, please e‐mail Ali Gardiner at ali.gardiner@ogletree.com with "Government Contracts Attorney" in the subject line. Please note applications submitted via e‑mail will not be considered.
Firm Overview Ogletree Deakins is one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment‑related legal matters. The firm has more than 1,100 attorneys located in 59 offices across the United States and in Europe, Canada, and Mexico. The firm represents a diverse range of clients, including many of the Fortune 50 companies in the U.S.
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