International Trade Associate Attorney

Accounting Search; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Job summary

Our client, a leading international law firm in Washington, DC, seeks an Associate Attorney to join its International Trade Practice Group. The role involves advising on trade remedies, sanctions, export controls, and regulatory compliance, with opportunities to litigate before U.S. trade agencies.

Ideal candidates have a JD from a top-tier law school, DC Bar admission, 2–4 years of trade experience, and strong research/writing skills; big-firm experience preferred and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• 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 U.S. international trade regulatory issues.

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 guidance on U.S. economic sanctions, export controls, and cross-border requirements.
• Monitor developments in trade policy and sanctions affecting client operations.

Skills

Trade regulation

Legal research

Regulatory compliance

Litigation support

Communication

Collaboration

AD/CVD experience

OFAC sanctions

Education

Top-tier law school JD

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.