CFIUS And International Trade/Export Controls Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Richmond, Virginia, is seeking a skilled and experienced CFIUS and International Trade/Export Controls Associate Attorney to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience in handling international trade regulatory, compliance, and enforcement matters, with a particular focus on CFIUS and U.S. export control regulations. The attorney will provide counsel on complex legal issues surrounding cross-border transactions, export controls, and national security concerns.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on matters related to the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), including the preparation and submission of CFIUS filings.
• Provide legal guidance on U.S. export control laws, particularly the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
• Counsel clients on compliance with the Defense Priorities & Allocation System (DPAS), when applicable.
• Conduct regulatory due diligence in cross-border transactions involving foreign investments, exports, and defense-related industries.
• Assist clients in responding to government enforcement actions, investigations, and audits involving export controls and international trade laws.
• Draft, review, and negotiate agreements related to international trade and export control issues.
• Stay current with developments in CFIUS, export controls, and international trade regulations to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external clients to develop comprehensive compliance strategies.
• Represent clients before government agencies, including the U.S. Departments of Commerce, State, and Defense, as well as other regulatory bodies.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Experience: 2-4 years of legal experience focused on international trade regulatory, compliance, and enforcement matters.
• Knowledge:
  • Expertise in CFIUS and U.S. export control regulations (including ITAR and EAR).
  • Familiarity with the Defense Priorities & Allocation System (DPAS) is preferred.
• Bar Admission: Must be admitted and actively barred in Virginia.

Educational Background:

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

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on regulatory compliance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, especially in complex legal matters involving national security and international trade.

Job Location: Richmond, Virginia.

This full-service Virginia law office is part of one of the largest law firms in Virginia. The firm excels in providing the sophisticated legal services required for success by business entities of all sizes, financial institutions, professional groups, non-profits, governments, governmental agencies and individuals. The firm offers a collegial work atmosphere and diverse opportunities for early associate responsibility. In addition, attorneys receive competitive pay, benefits, and bonuses.