Government Contracts Associate Attorney - Cost Accounting
Richards Kibbe and Orbe LLP - 1001 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, WA
posted 4 days ago
About the position
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, 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. 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.
Responsibilities
- Handle government contract cost accounting and pricing matters.
- Counsel clients on compliance with FAR Part 31 and Cost Accounting Standards.
- Assist with responses to DCAA/DCMA audit reports and notices of potential CAS noncompliance.
- Engage in pre-COFD dispute resolution of cost accounting matters.
- Represent contractors in appeals at the ASBCA, CBCA and/or Court of Federal Claims involving cost accounting disputes.
- Draft initial pleadings, discovery requests, and motions.
- Provide advice and assistance with requests for equitable adjustment/contractor claims.
- Advise on compliance with Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Act and represent in defective pricing investigations/claims.
Requirements
- 3 to 4 years of direct experience handling government contract cost accounting and pricing matters.
- Excellent academic credentials.
- Highly developed critical thinking and analytical skills.
- Strong written advocacy and oral communication skills.
- Ability to deliver timely and high-quality written work product in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborative and team-oriented mindset.
- Must be a member of the D.C. Bar or eligible to waive-in.
Benefits
- Healthcare
- Vision
- Dental
- Retirement
- All-purpose leave
- Back up childcare
- Wellness programs
- Cultural events and social activities
