International Trade Attorney — Mid-Level, Hybrid (DC)

RON SUNSHINE ASSOCIATES LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

RON SUNSHINE ASSOCIATES LLC is seeking a Mid-Level International Trade Associate Attorney in Washington, D.C. for a hybrid role. The ideal candidate has a DC bar in good standing and 2–3+ years in international trade law, with experience in export controls, tariffs, and customs matters.

The position offers exposure to BIS, DDTC, OFAC, and CFIUS matters, with opportunities for client contact, research, and cross-practice collaboration in a prestigious AmLaw 50 environment.

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 in BIS/DDTC or U.S. Customs and related regulations is preferred.

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 including entry, classification, valuation, and regulatory requirements.
• Support matters involving antidumping, countervailing duty, and safeguard laws.
• Draft memoranda, submissions, and client communications.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practices on cross-border regulatory matters.
• Monitor regulatory developments and advise clients on potential impacts.

Skills

International trade law

Regulatory compliance

Legal research

Written communication

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Job description

RON SUNSHINE ASSOCIATES LLC is seeking a Mid-Level International Trade Associate Attorney in Washington, D.C. for a hybrid role. The ideal candidate has a DC bar in good standing and 2–3+ years in international trade law, with experience in export controls, tariffs, and customs matters.

The position offers exposure to BIS, DDTC, OFAC, and CFIUS matters, with opportunities for client contact, research, and cross-practice collaboration in a prestigious AmLaw 50 environment.