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Indian Country / Alaska Native Corporations & Government Contracting Associate – Anchorage, AK

Direct Counsel is seeking an Associate Attorney to join a leading regional firm with a strong reputation in Alaska and the Pacific Northwest. This full-time position is ideal for a candidate interested in a practice focused on Indian Country, Alaska Native Corporations, and government contracting, within the firm's broader Business & Transactions department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support clients in the Indian Country and Alaska Native Corporations industry group
• Advise on matters related to government contracting and transactional law
• Conduct legal research, draft contracts and documents, and provide strategic counsel
• Collaborate with colleagues across offices while managing matters with autonomy

Qualifications:

• JD and admission to the Alaska State Bar (or eligible for immediate reciprocity)
• At least 1 year of transactional legal experience
• Familiarity with federal Indian law and/or Alaska Native Corporations is highly preferred
• Knowledge of government contracting issues and frameworks
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills
• Proven ability to manage work independently and collaboratively
• Strong academic credentials and client service focus

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary range: $155,000–$185,000, depending on experience
• Annual productivity and merit-based bonus potential
• Comprehensive benefits package (details available upon request)

Work Environment: This position requires in-office presence on Tuesdays through Thursdays, with flexibility for remote work on Mondays and Fridays. The firm fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture, actively supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting a resume, cover letter, law school transcript, and writing sample.