International Trade Associate Attorney Midlevel

Posted 9 days ago

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Senior

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$235,000 to $365,000 annually

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About the role

INTERNATIONAL TRADE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – MID-LEVELInternational Trade Practice Group

Location: Washington, D.C.HYBRIDOur client, a prestigious AmLaw 50 international law firm, is seeking a talented Midlevel Associate Attorney to join its International Trade Practice in Washington, D.C. This is an excellent opportunity to support and expand a sophisticated practice focused on U.S. export controls, tariffs, customs law, and national security reviews, including matters involving the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS). The successful candidate will join a collaborative team committed to exceptional client service, mutual respect, and professional development.

Candidate Profile:

JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
Active Bar Admission in the District of Columbia, in good standing2/3+ years of substantive experience in international trade law
Fluency in written and spoken Mandarin Chinese rquired
Experience in one or both of the following areas: Export controls administered by the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC)
Customs law, including entry, classification, valuation, and other matters within the jurisdiction of U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Experience with economic sanctions administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is preferred
Experience with trade remedy investigations, including matters arising under U.S. antidumping, countervailing duty, and safeguard laws, is a plus
Strong legal research, analytical, writing, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple matters effectively and collaborate within a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Key Responsibilities:

Advise clients on matters involving U.S. export controls, customs law, tariffs, economic sanctions, and CFIUS reviews
Assist clients with compliance requirements administered by BIS, DDTC, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and OFACAnalyze customs matters involving product entry, tariff classification, valuation, and related regulatory requirements
Support matters involving U.S. antidumping, countervailing duty, and safeguard laws
Conduct legal and regulatory research and provide clear, practical guidance on complex international trade issues
Draft memoranda, submissions, compliance materials, and client communications
Collaborate with attorneys across practices and offices on sophisticated cross-border regulatory matters
Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting international trade and advise clients regarding their potential impact

Why Join Us? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a sophisticated International Trade Practice handling complex and evolving matters at the intersection of global commerce, national security, and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will work with experienced attorneys on high-level export controls, customs, tariffs, sanctions, and CFIUS matters while gaining meaningful responsibility and direct exposure to client work. Our client offers a collaborative culture grounded in mutual respect, exceptional client service, and continued professional growth.

Compensation & Benefits: Competitive Salary:$235,000 to $365,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, personal medical leave, parental leave, up to ten paid holidays, and family-care benefits.

Application Requirements: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, writing sample, and contact information for at least two references for consideration. Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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