Government Contracts Associate Attorney - Cost Accounting

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Washington, DC
250K-290K Annually
Mid level
Legal Tech
The Role
The Associate Attorney will handle government contract cost accounting and pricing matters, including compliance advisory, litigation, and appeals.
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Job Description

Crowell & Moring LLP is an international law firm with offices in the United States, Europe, MENA, and Asia that represents clients in litigation and arbitration, regulatory and policy, intellectual property, and transactional and corporate matters. The firm is internationally recognized for its representation of Fortune 500 companies in high-stakes litigation and government-facing matters, as well as its ongoing commitment to pro bono service and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Job Summary

Crowell & Moring LLP, a global Am Law 100 law firm, seeks a highly qualified Associate to join its Government Contracts practice group, working specifically with the cost accounting advisory and litigation area of the practice, from its Washington, DC office.

Qualifications

Candidates with 3 to 4 years of direct experience handling government contract cost accounting and pricing matters.  Preferred experience includes: counseling clients on compliance with FAR Part 31 and Cost Accounting Standards, including in connection with responses to DCAA/DCMA audit reports and notices of potential CAS noncompliance; pre-COFD dispute resolution of cost accounting matters; representation of contractors in appeals at the ASBCA, CBCA and/or Court of Federal Claims involving cost accounting disputes, including experience drafting initial pleadings, discovery requests, and motions; providing advice and assistance with requests for equitable adjustment/contractor claims; and advice/counseling on compliance with Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Act and representation in defective pricing investigations/claims.

All candidates should have excellent academic credentials as well as highly developed critical thinking and analytical skills, strong written advocacy and oral communication skills, the ability to deliver timely and high-quality written work product in a fast-paced environment, and a collaborative and team-oriented mindset.  Candidates must be a member of the D.C. Bar or eligible to waive-in.

Additional Information

Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave and progressive options such as back up childcare, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.

Our Firm is committed to fair and equitable compensation practice in accordance to applicable laws. The salary range for this position is $250,000 to $290,000. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus. Other benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave. The salary for this position may vary based on market data, an applicant’s skills and prior experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other factors.

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Candidate introductions and/or materials submitted for this position via email will not be recognized by Crowell & Moring as a formal candidate submission. An active and countersigned fee agreement is required to ensure proper communication and handling of all non-partner attorney candidates.

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Top Skills

Cost Accounting Standards
Dcaa/Dcma
Far Part 31
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The Company
HQ: Washington, DC
1,415 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1979

What We Do

Crowell & Moring LLP is an international law firm with offices in the United States, Europe, MENA, and Asia. Drawing on significant government, business, industry and legal experience, the firm helps clients capitalize on opportunities and provides creative solutions to complex litigation and arbitration, regulatory and policy, and corporate and transactional issues. The firm is consistently recognized for its commitment to pro bono service and its programs and initiatives to advance diversity, equity and inclusion.

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