Hybrid International Trade Attorney - Mid-Level

Sun Recruiting, Inc.; 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

Job summary

Sun Recruiting, Inc. represents a prestigious AmLaw 50 law firm seeking a Mid-Level International Trade Associate to join its Washington, DC office.

The role focuses on export controls, tariffs, customs, and national security reviews, including CFIUS matters. The ideal candidate will have a DC Bar admission and 2–3 years of international trade experience, with Mandarin language skills considered a plus.

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 in BIS/DDTC export controls.
• Experience with U.S. customs law, including entry, classification, valuation.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on matters involving U.S. export controls, customs law, tariffs, sanctions, and CFIUS reviews.
• Assist clients with compliance requirements administered by BIS, DDTC, U.S. Customs and OFAC.
• Analyze customs matters involving product entry, tariff classification, valuation, and related regulatory requirements.
• Support matters involving 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 cross-border regulatory matters.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

JD from top-tier law school

DC Bar admission

Job description

Sun Recruiting, Inc. represents a prestigious AmLaw 50 law firm seeking a Mid-Level International Trade Associate to join its Washington, DC office.

The role focuses on export controls, tariffs, customs, and national security reviews, including CFIUS matters. The ideal candidate will have a DC Bar admission and 2–3 years of international trade experience, with Mandarin language skills considered a plus.