White Collar and Government Investigations Associate Attorney

A law firm in Washington, DC is seeking a White Collar and Government Investigations Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience in international trade regulatory, compliance, and enforcement, with expertise in the Committee on Foreign Investments (CFIUS), United States export controls, and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). A general knowledge of the Defense Priorities & Allocation System (DPAS) is preferred. The attorney must be admitted and actively barred in the state.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel on matters related to CFIUS, United States export controls, and ITAR.
• Support the firm's practice in handling cases involving international trade regulatory, compliance, and enforcement issues.
• Assist in managing investigations related to white collar crime and government inquiries.
• Develop and implement strategies for compliance with export controls and ITAR regulations.
• Represent clients in interactions with regulatory agencies and during enforcement actions.
• Prepare legal documents, responses to government inquiries, and case strategies.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis on relevant regulations and enforcement actions.
• Stay updated on changes in international trade laws, government enforcement policies, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership and good standing with the state bar in Washington, DC.
• 2-4 years of experience in international trade regulatory, compliance, and enforcement.
• Proven experience with CFIUS, United States export controls, and ITAR.
• General knowledge of the Defense Priorities & Allocation System (DPAS) preferred.
• Experience supporting an active team in regulatory and compliance matters.

Skills:

• Expertise in international trade regulations, including CFIUS, export controls, and ITAR.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Effective verbal communication and negotiation skills for client and regulatory interactions.
• Ability to manage multiple complex cases and regulatory issues.
• Experience with white collar crime and government investigations.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and with clients.

This mid-sized firm has strategic offices throughout the nation and is known for litigation, in particular. Even with 60+ attorneys in the DC office, the work is abundant and the associate client contact are substantial. Look to this firm to continue to expand modestly, bringing in more business from an increasingly national clientele. The firm is entering it's third decade of existence and has certainly branched from its roots in insurance litigation.