Description:

The Position:
A Full-Service Law Firm's growing Government Procurement Practice is looking to add a Partner with at least 10 years of experience to any of our offices. A book of a minimum of $400k in portable business is required.

This attorney will have a background in guiding emerging and established businesses through every step of the government procurement process with the ability to provide tactical and strategic advice to navigate the intricate statutory and regulatory challenges of contracting with government customers. He or she will have experience helping companies with complex operations handle the full spectrum of issues that arise when pursuing contracts at the federal, state, and municipal level.

Specifically, This Partner Should Have Experience In:

Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulation Supplement) issues;
Bid protests and Request for Equitable Adjustments;
ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) issues;
Trade and customs issues;
Review and negotiation of procurement contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, grant proposals, etc.

The successful candidate will have strong business development skills and the willingness and ability to lead and grow the practice.

The Company:
We are A Full-Service Law Firm. We are a full-service law firm with more than 350 lawyers and technical professionals who work in collaborative, interdisciplinary practices to serve clients around the world. We work with companies in all kinds of industries, as well as trade associations, nonprofits, educational institutions, governments, family trusts, and high-net-worth individuals. Since our firm's founding in 1848, we've continuously evolved to meet our clients' changing needs and expectations. One thing remains the same: For generations, clients have relied on A Full-Service Law Firm for exceptional legal service and business acumen.

The Location:
We have offices in Wisconsin (Milwaukee, Madison, Manitowoc, Waukesha); Illinois (Chicago); Utah (Cottonwood Heights, Salt Lake City); Colorado (Denver, Broomfield); Texas (Austin); North Carolina (Charlotte, Raleigh, Wilmington); California (Los Angeles); Nebraska (Lincoln) and Washington D.C. Our contemporary offices spaces are ideal for concentration and collaboration supporting our culture of working together to make great things happen for our clients. This position can be in any of our offices.

Job Requirements:
Bring Your Best
Knowledge Base & Education:

J.D. from an ABA accredited law school
Excellent academic credentials
10+ years of experience in government procurement and commercial contracting
Valid license to practice law in the jurisdiction in which this position will be located.

Adaptability:

Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves
Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team

Collaboration:
Ability to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of the Firm

Communication:

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of internal and external clients, attorneys, and staff
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion

Problem Solving Skills:

Ability and confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions
Agility to respond to unexpected challenges, including proactively developing innovative solutions to complex problems while maintaining a professional demeanor

Professionalism
Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgment

Other:
Valid authorization to work in the U.S.