Government Contracts Lawyer

As our Government Contracts practice continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Government Contracts Lawyer to join our team on a flexible, fully remote basis. 

This role is ideal for a partner who advises government contractors and commercial companies navigating the federal procurement landscape—from compliance and transactional matters to bid protests and strategic growth initiatives. 

Qualifications 

• Significant experience advising on federal, state, or local government contracting matters  

• Experience with government contracts compliance, including FAR/DFARS, ethics, disclosure obligations, and organizational conflicts of interest  

• Experience handling or advising on bid protests, contract disputes, claims, or investigations  

• Experience drafting and negotiating government contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, joint ventures, and related transactional documents  

• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as the False Claims Act, Procurement Integrity Act, and small business programs (e.g., SBA 8(a))  

• Strong business judgment and the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical guidance  

• A portable book of business  

• Admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction  

• J.D. from a top-tier law school  

• 7+ years of legal experience, including time at an AmLaw 100 firm  

• In-house experience with a government contractor is a plus  

At PLG, you will find a firm intentionally built to support experienced government contracts attorneys: 

• A national firm without geographic constraints  

• The autonomy to manage and grow your practice strategically  

• A collaborative environment that encourages cross-practice client development  

• Robust operational support, including experienced paralegals, billing and finance professionals, administrative support, and a dedicated marketing team aligned with your practice goals  

If you are a seasoned government contracts attorney who enjoys advising clients through complex regulatory and procurement challenges while building a sophisticated practice, we welcome the opportunity to connect. Please email us at careers@potomaclaw.com.