International Trade Partner

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking a highly entrepreneurial and collegial International Trade Partner with at least a small book of business. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience advising U.S. and foreign clients on a wide range of international trade matters, including regulatory compliance, investment, import/export requirements, and trade remedies. This role requires the ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks and represent clients before U.S. government bodies. Trade litigation experience is a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise U.S. and foreign clients on U.S. regulatory requirements related to investments.
• Guide foreign investors through the U.S. government’s Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) review process.
• Provide counsel on U.S. Customs regulations and other requirements governing the import of goods into the U.S.
• Advise clients on the application of trade preference programs such as the USMCA and CAFTA, and trade remedies including anti-dumping (AD), countervailing duties (CVD), and Section 301 tariffs.
• Offer guidance on compliance with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and sanctions programs administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).
• Represent clients in communications with regulatory bodies regarding investigations, protests, voluntary disclosures, and settlements.
• Monitor and advise on developments in trade law, regulations, and policies affecting clients.
• Participate in business development activities and build relationships with new and existing clients.

Job Requirements:

• 8 years of experience in international trade law, with a focus on regulatory compliance, import/export regulations, and investment review processes.
• Proven experience advising on CFIUS reviews, U.S. Customs regulations, and trade remedy measures.
• Familiarity with U.S. trade preference programs (e.g., USMCA, CAFTA) and application of trade remedies (AD/CVD, Sec. 301).
• Expertise in EAR, ITAR, and OFAC sanctions compliance.
• Ability to effectively communicate and engage with regulatory agencies.
• Trade litigation experience is preferred, though not required.
• Strong business development skills and the ability to maintain and grow a book of business.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state Bar (Ohio Bar preferred or willingness to obtain).

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple clients and projects simultaneously.
• Client-focused mindset with strong negotiation skills.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with a collaborative and collegial approach to work.
• High level of professional integrity and business acumen.

This nationally recognized law firm has a history of more than 150 years of service. It has expanded recently and has offices throughout the East Coast. Firm attorneys have served as presidents of the American Bar Association, and state and local bar associations. This firm has a relatively high number of female and minority partners, and they seem to have a strong respect for diversity in the workplace. Associates can expect a high-tech office with state-of-the-art facilities, to better serve the clients. Attorneys receive competitive salaries that are constantly reviewed and updated to maintain an high level of compensation. Pro bono work is welcomed and encouraged at this firm. One associate said that he loved the summer associate program at this firm, and it is a fantastic place socially.