Hybrid International Trade Associate — DC

United Future; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

United Future invites applications for a Mid-Level International Trade Associate Attorney in Washington, D.C. The role focuses on U.S. export controls, tariffs, customs, sanctions, and CFIUS matters within a global practice.

The ideal candidate has a DC Bar in good standing, 2–3+ years of substantive international trade experience, and strong research and writing skills. A Mandarin plus is a plus; hybrid work arrangement offered.

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 Mandarin Chinese is a plus.
• Experience with BIS/DDTC and U.S. Customs matters is preferred.
• Experience with OFAC sanctions and trade remedy investigations is a plus.
• Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on matters involving U.S. export controls, customs law, tariffs, sanctions, and CFIUS reviews.
• Assist with compliance requirements administered by BIS, DDTC, U.S. Customs and OFAC.
• Analyze customs matters involving entry, tariff classification, and valuation.
• Support matters under antidumping, countervailing duties, and safeguard laws.
• Draft memoranda, submissions, and client communications; conduct regulatory research.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practices on cross-border regulatory matters.
• Monitor developments in international trade law and advise clients on impact.

Skills

International trade law

Legal research

Analytical writing

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Mandarin (plus)

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Job description

United Future invites applications for a Mid-Level International Trade Associate Attorney in Washington, D.C. The role focuses on U.S. export controls, tariffs, customs, sanctions, and CFIUS matters within a global practice.

The ideal candidate has a DC Bar in good standing, 2–3+ years of substantive international trade experience, and strong research and writing skills. A Mandarin plus is a plus; hybrid work arrangement offered.