International Trade Associate Attorney Midlevel

Overview: A prestigious 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), within a collaborative team committed to exceptional client service and professional development.

What you'll do: 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 OFAC Analyze 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

Required qualifications: JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record Active Bar Admission in the District of Columbia, in good standing 2/3+ years of substantive experience in international trade law Fluency in written and spoken Mandarin Chinese required Experience in one or both of the following areas: export controls administered by BIS and DDTC, or Customs law, including entry, classification, valuation, and other matters within the jurisdiction of U.S. Customs and Border Protection Strong legal research, analytical, writing, and communication skills Ability to manage multiple matters effectively and collaborate within a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Preferred qualifications: Experience with economic sanctions administered by OFAC is preferred Experience with trade remedy investigations, including matters arising under U.S. antidumping, countervailing duty, and safeguard laws, is a plus

Compensation and benefits: Competitive salary: $235,000 to $365,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications Eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) plan Personal medical leave Parental leave Up to ten paid holidays Family-care benefits Why this roleThis 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, working with experienced attorneys on high-level export controls, customs, tariffs, sanctions, and CFIUS matters while gaining meaningful responsibility and direct client exposure.