International Trade Law Clerk

WFB Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP seeks a temporary law clerk for its International Trade practice in Washington, DC. The role is part-time, non-exempt, with hours not exceeding 20 per week, and supports BIS/export controls, DDTC matters, and related U.S. trade work.

Fluency in written and spoken Mandarin Chinese is required. Prior exposure to export controls and sanctions is helpful; candidates should demonstrate strong research and writing skills and a collaborative approach within a busy team.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Mandarin Chinese (written and spoken) required.
• Experience in BIS export controls and DDTC matters beneficial.
• Experience with OFAC sanctions and trade remedy investigations preferred but not required.

Skills

Mandarin fluency

Job description

One of Fortune’s Best Places to Work, Ashurst Perkins Coie, US LLP, a leading international law firm, is seeking a temporary law clerk for its International Trade practice. We have created a firm culture that is based on collaboration, dedication to serving our clients and mutual respect. This is an opportunity to support and expand the US Export Controls, Tariffs, and CFIUS practice. This position is temporary, part-time and non-exempt with hours not exceeding 20 hours per week.

Candidates must possess fluency in written and spoken Mandarin Chinese. Experience in export controls administered by the Bureau of Industry and Security and Directorate of Defense Trade Controls and matters within the jurisdiction of U.S. Customs and Border Protection is beneficial. Additional subject matter experience with economic sanctions administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control and/or trade remedy investigations under U.S. antidumping and countervailing duty and safeguard laws is preferred but not required.

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