Job Description: Williams Mullen has an excellent opportunity for a mid-level associate with 2-5 years’ experience and an interest in practicing government contract law to join our established and successful Government Contracts Practice Group in our Tysons, VA, office. This is a great opportunity if you seek a positive career trajectory and the chance to work with industry-leading partners. We offer the ability to own a case from beginning to end while also getting to work on multiple other cases and deadlines. Job Requirements: 2-5 years’ experience in government contract law, including contract drafting, negotiations, claims preparation and evaluation, bid and size protests, subcontractor disputes and related client inquiries, and litigation and alternative dispute resolution. Experience in small business compliance and/or false claims act litigation is required. Successful candidates will possess the ambition to excel and enjoy working in a small-office environment with the benefits of large-firm resources and cross-office engagement. Excellent writing and analytical skills are required. Successful candidates will also have the drive and energy to take initiative to advance projects and pay attention to details. A Virginia Bar license will be needed but we welcome applicants licensed in other Mid-Atlantic states who can promptly waive into VA (https://www.vsb.org/pro-guidelines/index.php/reciprocity/) We value our associates’ professional development and ensure there are plenty of firm resources dedicated to that pursuit. Associates regularly participate in bar associations, community activities and pro bono work, and Williams Mullen’s Business Development Team takes an active role in providing these important opportunities. Plus, Williams Mullen is a great place to work! At this time, Williams Mullen will not accept applicants submitted through search firms or legal recruiters for this position; only direct self-applications from candidates will be accepted. Interested candidates: To apply, please include a (1) cover letter (to Director of Attorney Recruiting), (2) resume, and (3) transcript. Williams Mullen is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race (including characteristics commonly associate with race, including hairstyle), color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, creed, medical condition including pregnancy and childbirth, disability, genetic information, gender identity and expression, marriage or parental status, sexual orientation or Veteran’s status.