International Trade Associate Attorney

A law firm in Washington, DC, is seeking a dedicated International Trade Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate will possess excellent writing and communication skills, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively. The firm values academically distinguished applicants and prefers candidates with at least 1+ years of experience in antidumping and countervailing duty matters.

Duties:

• Assist in the representation of clients in matters related to international trade regulations, including antidumping and countervailing duty cases.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis on international trade laws and regulations.
• Draft and review legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, and motions related to trade matters.
• Prepare and file petitions and other submissions with relevant trade authorities and regulatory bodies.
• Provide strategic legal advice to clients on compliance with international trade regulations and dispute resolution.
• Support senior attorneys in managing complex trade cases and investigations.
• Participate in meetings and correspondences with clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Stay informed about developments in international trade laws and regulations, and provide updates and recommendations to clients and the firm.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure with multiple deadlines.
• At least 1+ years of experience in antidumping and countervailing duty matters preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex legal issues and provide effective solutions.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the bar in Washington, DC, or eligibility to sit for the bar exam in DC.

Skills:

• Exceptional writing and communication skills.
• Strong research and analytical abilities.
• Detail-oriented with the capacity to handle multiple deadlines and complex legal issues.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of international trade laws and regulations, with a focus on antidumping and countervailing duties.

Based in Washington and Virginia, this national law firm with over 200 attorneys started in the early 1980s with the motive to provide attentive, innovative and first-rate advocacy grounded in legal, regulatory and public policy expertise and experience. Advertising, aviation, appellate, antitrust, corporate, communications, bankruptcy and financial restructuring, election law and government ethics, international trade, litigation, postal, privacy, public policy, insurance, health care, intellectual property, white collar defense & government investigations, employment & labor, environment safety and government contracts are the firm's specialty areas.