International Trade Associate

Gamoran Legal Consulting; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 225,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Gamoran Legal Consulting in Washington, D.C. is seeking an International Trade Associate with 3–5 years of relevant law firm or in-house experience to advise U.S. and multinational clients on sophisticated customs, import compliance, and related matters.

The role offers hands-on mentorship, opportunities for direct client interaction, and growth within a growing international trade practice; a D.C. Bar admission is required and the position is full-time onsite.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of international trade experience.
• Experience with U.S. customs and import compliance.
• Experience with tariff classification, valuation, origin, and/or enforcement.
• Experience with export controls, sanctions, or CFIUS preferred.
• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school; DC Bar admission.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on U.S. customs and import compliance matters.
• Handle tariff classification, valuation, country of origin, and enforcement-related matters.
• Support matters involving export controls, economic sanctions, and CFIUS.
• Advise clients on related trade and security matters.
• Work closely with experienced practitioners on complex international trade matters.
• Develop increasing responsibility and direct client interaction.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

DC Bar admission

Job description

Location: Washington, D.C. | Workplace: Onsite | Employment: Full-time

A leading law firm is seeking an International Trade Associate with 3-5 years of relevant law firm and/or in-house experience. The associate will advise U.S. and multinational clients on sophisticated customs, import compliance, and related international trade matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on U.S. customs and import compliance matters.
• Handle tariff classification, valuation, country of origin, and enforcement-related matters.
• Support matters involving export controls, economic sanctions, and CFIUS.
• Advise clients on related trade and security matters.
• Work closely with experienced practitioners on complex international trade matters.
• Develop increasing responsibility and direct client interaction.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant international trade experience.
• Meaningful experience with U.S. customs and import compliance laws.
• Experience with tariff classification, valuation, country of origin, and/or customs enforcement matters.
• Experience with export controls, economic sanctions, or CFIUS preferred.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent research, writing, analytical, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the D.C. Bar required.

Compensation: $225,000-$310,000 annually, plus comprehensive benefits. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, training, and skill set.

Join a growing International Trade practice offering sophisticated customs and security matters, hands-on mentorship, meaningful client interaction, and opportunities for professional and career growth.