International Trade Partner

Job Overview:

A law firm in Washington, DC, is seeking a highly entrepreneurial and collegial International Trade Partner. The ideal candidate will possess a small book of business and demonstrate a deep understanding of international trade regulations. This role involves advising U.S. and foreign clients on complex trade issues and regulatory requirements, including navigating the CFIUS review process and compliance with U.S. Customs regulations.

Duties:

• Provide strategic counsel to U.S. and foreign clients on regulatory requirements for investment in the U.S.
• Guide foreign investors through the U.S. government's CFIUS review process.
• Advise clients on compliance with U.S. Customs regulations and other import-related regulatory requirements.
• Apply knowledge of trade preference programs (e.g., USMCA, CAFTA) and trade remedies (e.g., AD/CVD, Sec. 301) to client matters.
• Counsel clients on the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and sanctions administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).
• Communicate with regulatory bodies regarding investigations, protests, voluntary disclosures, and settlements.
• Manage and resolve trade litigation matters, if applicable.

Requirements:

• Proven track record of advising on international trade and regulatory matters.
• Demonstrated ability to handle CFIUS reviews and other government-related trade processes.
• Experience with U.S. Customs regulations, trade preference programs, and trade remedies.
• Familiarity with EAR, ITAR, and OFAC regulations.
• Effective communication skills with experience interacting with regulatory agencies.
• Trade litigation experience is a plus.

Education:

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Bar in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills:

• Strong entrepreneurial spirit and business development acumen.
• Collegial and collaborative working style.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage complex regulatory and compliance issues.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in trade litigation is advantageous.

Location:

• Washington, DC

Community involvement and exceptional client service are the order of the day for that Ohio-based midsized full service national firm and the DC office is no different. The branch in the nation's capital offers a stellar litigation department and handles business and tax issues as well. If you'd like to work in a beautiful building and receive dedicated training and competitive salaries with the option of intra-firm transfers, then you should definitely give this firm a hard look.