Principal Attorney International Trade Law

A law firm seeks a Principal Attorney with extensive experience in international trade law to join its Business Practice Group in Washington, DC. This role provides a unique opportunity to work on sophisticated global transactions, assisting clients with complex international trade regulations, customs compliance, and trade agreements. The attorney will collaborate with a diverse team across various practice areas, offering comprehensive support to clients engaged in global trade.

Duties

• Advise clients on customs and import control issues, including tariff classification, valuation, transfer pricing, and audits.
• Counsel clients on compliance matters related to forced labor and customs enforcement of antidumping and countervailing duty orders.
• Assist clients in navigating international trade regulations and interpreting trade agreements.
• Collaborate with a cross-disciplinary team to provide strategic legal solutions tailored to client needs.
• Engage with regulatory agencies on behalf of clients to address compliance and enforcement matters.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 7 years in international trade law, including customs and import control, tariff classification, valuation, transfer pricing, and compliance with antidumping and countervailing duties.
• Portable Book of Business: Required.
• Academic Credentials: JD from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic performance.
• Licensing: Active law license.
• Skills: Strong analytical, writing, and client-service abilities.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for client advisement and strategic counsel.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team as well as independently.
• Project Management: Skilled in managing multiple projects with attention to detail and organization.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active license to practice law.

Skills

• Comprehensive understanding of international trade laws, including customs and import compliance.
• Proficiency in legal document drafting and interpreting complex trade regulations.
• Effective communicator capable of simplifying complex regulatory concepts for clients.
• Strong multitasking ability to manage time across various projects and responsibilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently, adapting to dynamic legal environments.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Commuter assistance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Billable credit hours for work in diversity, equity, inclusion, and pro bono projects.
• Annual performance-based bonuses.

This small office of a solid Northwest firm is not in growth mode--but they aren't afraid to scoop up talented lawyers from their neighbors when the opportunity arises. They concentrate their full service efforts on a clientele that may not be dominating the Fortune 500, but do give this firm an interesting range of work. This firm is at its best when handling corporate work for small or mid-sized companies, with an occasional IPO here and there.