International Trade Associate Attorney

Ashton North LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Retirement plans

Generous paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development

Wellness programs

Job summary

Ashton North LLC in Washington, DC is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its International Trade Practice Group in a hybrid role. The candidate will advise on complex international trade and regulatory matters, including trade remedies, sanctions, export controls, and customs issues, representing domestic and international clients.

The ideal candidate holds a JD from a top-tier law school, is admitted to the DC Bar, has 2–4 years of substantive international trade experience, and demonstrates

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in Washington, DC, in good standing.
• 2–4 years of substantive international trade experience.
• Experience counseling on U.S. international trade regulatory issues and enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on international trade and regulatory compliance matters.
• Counsel on U.S. trade remedy laws, including AD/CVD proceedings.
• Represent clients before government agencies and the U.S. Court of International Trade.
• Provide strategic guidance on U.S. sanctions, export controls, and cross-border requirements.
• Develop and assess compliance programs related to trade regulations.
• Monitor trade policy developments and collaborate across practice areas.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

JD from top-tier law school

Job description

International Trade Associate Attorney

International Trade Practice Group

Location: Washington, DC

HYBRID

Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join its highly regarded International Trade Practice Group in Washington, DC. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a sophisticated team advising clients on complex international trade and regulatory matters, including trade remedies, sanctions, export controls, customs-related issues, and regulatory compliance. The practice represents domestic and international clients navigating evolving global trade regulations and enforcement environments.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in Washington, DC, in good standing
• 2-4 years of substantive international trade experience
• Experience counseling clients on a broad range of U.S. international trade regulatory issues
• Experience with trade remedy matters, including antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) proceedings
• Experience litigating before U.S. trade agencies and the U.S. Court of International Trade
• Experience advising clients on economic sanctions administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)
• Experience with Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and export control matters administered by the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS)
• Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
• Large law firm experience preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on a wide range of international trade and regulatory compliance matters
• Counsel clients regarding U.S. trade remedy laws, including AD/CVD proceedings and related enforcement matters
• Represent clients before government agencies and in litigation before the U.S. Court of International Trade
• Provide strategic advice regarding U.S. economic sanctions, export controls, and cross-border regulatory requirements
• Conduct regulatory analyses and assist clients in developing compliance programs related to international trade regulations
• Monitor and assess developments in trade policy, sanctions, and export control regimes affecting client operationsCollaborate with attorneys across practice areas on complex international business, regulatory, and governmental matters

Why Join Us?

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a nationally recognized international trade practice advising clients on some of the most complex and consequential cross-border regulatory issues. Attorneys in this group work on high-profile matters involving international commerce, trade enforcement, sanctions compliance, and export controls. The firm offers a collaborative culture, direct client interaction, meaningful mentorship, and exceptional opportunities for professional growth within a sophisticated global practice.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off, parental leave benefits, professional development resources, wellness programs, and additional employee benefits.

Application Requirements

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.