Midlevel International Trade Attorney – Export Controls

Ridgemont Resources, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridgemont Resources, Inc. is seeking a Mid-level International Trade Associate Attorney in Washington, D.C. Hybrid position. The role focuses on export controls, tariffs, customs, sanctions, and CFIUS matters within a collaborative team.

The candidate should have a DC bar admission, a JD from a top law school, and 2–3+ years of international trade experience, with Mandarin a plus. Strong research and writing skills are essential, along with multitasking in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with 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 written and spoken Mandarin Chinese is a plus.
• Experience in BIS/DDTC and/or customs; OFAC sanctions familiarity preferred.
• Experience with trade remedy investigations is a plus.
• Strong research, analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced, team environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on matters involving U.S. export controls, customs law, tariffs, economic sanctions, and CFIUS reviews.
• Assist clients with compliance requirements administered by BIS, DDTC, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and OFAC.
• Analyze customs matters involving product entry, tariff classification, valuation, and related regulatory requirements.
• Support matters involving U.S. antidumping, countervailing duty, and safeguard laws.
• Conduct legal and regulatory research and provide clear, practical guidance on complex international trade issues.
• Draft memoranda, submissions, compliance materials, and client communications.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practices and offices on sophisticated cross-border regulatory matters.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting international trade and advise clients regarding their potential impact.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Job description

Ridgemont Resources, Inc. is seeking a Mid-level International Trade Associate Attorney in Washington, D.C. Hybrid position. The role focuses on export controls, tariffs, customs, sanctions, and CFIUS matters within a collaborative team.

The candidate should have a DC bar admission, a JD from a top law school, and 2–3+ years of international trade experience, with Mandarin a plus. Strong research and writing skills are essential, along with multitasking in a fast-paced environment.