Midlevel International Trade Attorney Hybrid DC

6 Degrees Search; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Parental leave

Up to ten paid holidays

Job summary

6 Degrees Search seeks a Mid-level International Trade Associate Attorney in Washington, DC. The role focuses on U.S. export controls, tariffs, customs law, and CFIUS reviews within a premier AmLaw 50 international law firm.

Candidates should have a DC bar in good standing and 2–3+ years in international trade law, with Mandarin a plus. Hybrid in Washington, DC with a collaborative, client‑focused 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.
• Mandarin Chinese fluency is a plus.
• Experience in BIS and DDTC export controls; customs law; OFAC sanctions; and trade remedies is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on U.S. export controls, customs, tariffs, sanctions, and CFIUS reviews.
• Assist clients with compliance requirements by BIS, DDTC, CBP, and OFAC.
• Analyze customs matters including product entry, classification, valuation, and related requirements.
• Support matters involving antidumping, countervailing duty, and safeguard laws.
• Conduct legal/regulatory research and provide practical guidance on international trade issues.
• Draft memoranda, submissions, and client communications; coordinate cross-office collaboration.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Job description

6 Degrees Search seeks a Mid-level International Trade Associate Attorney in Washington, DC. The role focuses on U.S. export controls, tariffs, customs law, and CFIUS reviews within a premier AmLaw 50 international law firm.

Candidates should have a DC bar in good standing and 2–3+ years in international trade law, with Mandarin a plus. Hybrid in Washington, DC with a collaborative, client‑focused environment.