International Trade Attorney

Title: International Trade Attorney

Job Overview: A reputable law firm in Ann Arbor, MI is seeking an experienced International Trade Attorney with a strong background in corporate transactions and a specialized focus on international trade regulations. This role involves advising clients on complex trade compliance matters and representing them in various regulatory proceedings.

Duties:

• Provide comprehensive legal advice on U.S. import and export control laws, tariff classifications, customs valuation, and related compliance issues.
• Represent clients in matters involving trade remedies, free trade agreements, and tariff preference programs, including those under the USMCA/NAFTA framework.
• Handle transactions involving controlled technologies, ensuring regulatory compliance throughout the process.
• Conduct detailed legal research and provide analytical support for trade-related regulatory issues.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize legal documents about international trade and corporate transactions.
• Secure necessary licenses and approvals for clients in regulatory matters.
• Stay informed of updates in international trade laws and provide strategic counsel to clients on potential impacts.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in corporate transactions with an emphasis on international trade matters.
• Proven expertise in managing trade compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with processes involving tariffs, counterfeiting, and enforcement of intellectual property rights at borders.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Licensed and in good standing in the state of Michigan or the Washington, D.C. area.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of trade preference programs and trade remedies, including USMCA, AD/CVD, and Section 301.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical capabilities.
• Effective communication skills for conveying complex legal concepts.
• High level of organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects efficiently.
• Experience with ITAR, EAR, CFIUS, and OFAC Sanctions Programs is advantageous.
• Capacity to work independently and collaboratively within teams.

Job Location:

• Ann Arbor, MI

One of the largest and established law firms based in Michigan, with offices in Michigan and elsewhere, this firm has played and continues to play significant role in industrial and manufacturing industries in and around Detroit. This is a full service law firm, whose practice area includes corporate, litigation, tax, intellectual property, and other types of law. The firm has an impressive list of global clients. The lawyers graduated from both regional and national law schools, with high academic honors. The environment at the firm is collegial, but lawyers are expected to work hard and long. Fortunately, lawyers are compensated well at the firm, and generally its lawyers enjoy their work and their colleagues. An excellent opportunity awaits outstanding attorneys with top credentials.