Global Trade Attorney – Midlevel, Hybrid, DC

The Keystone Distinction Group; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Parental leave

Up to ten paid holidays

Job summary

The Keystone Distinction Group seeks a midlevel International Trade Associate Attorney to join its International Trade Practice in Washington, D.C. Hybrid work arrangement. This role focuses on U.S. export controls, tariffs, customs law, and national security reviews including CFIUS matters.

Ideal candidate has 2–3+ years of international trade experience, a DC Bar in good standing, and JD from a top-tier law school. Mandarin fluency is a plus; strong research and writing skills are essential.

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 is a plus.
• Experience with BIS export controls and DDTC.
• Experience with U.S. Customs and Border Protection matters.
• Experience with OFAC sanctions is preferred.
• Strong legal research, analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

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 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.

Skills

International trade law

Export controls

CFIUS

Customs law

Economic sanctions

Mandarin (plus)

Legal research

Writing / communication

Multitask management

Education

J.D. from a top-tier law school

DC Bar admission (active)

Job description

The Keystone Distinction Group seeks a midlevel International Trade Associate Attorney to join its International Trade Practice in Washington, D.C. Hybrid work arrangement. This role focuses on U.S. export controls, tariffs, customs law, and national security reviews including CFIUS matters.

Ideal candidate has 2–3+ years of international trade experience, a DC Bar in good standing, and JD from a top-tier law school. Mandarin fluency is a plus; strong research and writing skills are essential.