Associate

LHH; Washington; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is partnering with a highly regarded boutique law firm in Washington, DC seeking an associate to join its growing International Regulatory practice. This role offers meaningful client exposure, significant responsibility, and mentorship from practice leadership in a collaborative, high-touch environment.

You will work on sophisticated cross-border regulatory matters alongside experienced practitioners, with the opportunity to contribute to business development and client counseling.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• 3–6 years of experience in international regulatory, international trade, economic sanctions, export controls, customs, or related practice areas.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional communication and client-service skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on a broad range of international regulatory and compliance matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis related to international trade, sanctions, export controls, and other cross-border regulatory issues.
• Draft memoranda, client alerts, regulatory submissions, and other transactional and advisory documents.
• Support client counseling on complex regulatory developments and risk management strategies.
• Collaborate closely with partners and senior attorneys on sophisticated domestic and international matters.
• Participate in business development initiatives and client-facing activities as appropriate.

Skills

Legal research

Writing

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Communication

Client service

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

LHH is partnering with a highly regarded boutique law firm in Washington, DC seeking an associate to join its growing International Regulatory practice.

This is an exceptional opportunity to work on sophisticated cross-border regulatory matters alongside experienced practitioners in a collaborative, high-touch environment. The firm offers meaningful client exposure, significant responsibility, and strong mentorship opportunities from practice leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on a broad range of international regulatory and compliance matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis related to international trade, sanctions, export controls, and other cross-border regulatory issues.
• Draft memoranda, client alerts, regulatory submissions, and other transactional and advisory documents.
• Support client counseling on complex regulatory developments and risk management strategies.
• Collaborate closely with partners and senior attorneys on sophisticated domestic and international matters.
• Participate in business development initiatives and client-facing activities as appropriate.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and strong academic credentials.
• 3-6 years of experience in international regulatory, international trade, economic sanctions, export controls, customs, or related practice areas.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional communication and client-service skills.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Approximately 1,800 billable hour target.
• Open-door culture with direct access to firm leadership.
• High level of responsibility and client interaction.
• Meaningful mentorship and professional development opportunities.

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