5-7 years of experience in international trade law
Strong knowledge of CFIUS, customs compliance, and trade remedies
Exceptional drafting, analytical, and legal research skills
Proven responsibility for managing client matters independently and collaboratively
Outstanding academic credentials and communication skills
Eligible for D.C. Bar admission, including through waiver
Responsibilities
Advise clients on international trade issues including CFIUS, customs, and sanctions
Handle regulatory and transactional work, representing clients in administrative matters
Guide compliance with U.S. trade regulations and agreements
Draft and negotiate documents with precision
Manage multiple client matters while providing exceptional service
Collaborate across practice groups and offices
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a growing international trade practice
Supportive team environment focused on professional development
Engagement in diverse international trade matters
Potential for international travel related to the role
Full Job Description
Barnes & Thornburg LLP is seeking a motivated attorney with international trade experience to join our Washington, D.C. office. This role offers the opportunity to work within our established and growing International Trade practice group. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in trade-related matters such as CFIUS, customs compliance, and trade remedies and a desire to further develop within a dynamic, fast-paced, and collaborative team environment.
Responsibilities:
Advise clients on a broad range of international trade issues, including but not limited to CFIUS reviews, customs (imports), sanctions, export controls, and trade remedies
Support international trade-related transactional and regulatory work, including representing clients before government agencies and in administrative proceedings
Provide guidance on compliance with U.S. trade regulations and free trade agreements
Draft and negotiate high-quality documents and submissions with precision and efficiency
Manage multiple matters simultaneously and deliver exceptional client service
Collaborate effectively with colleagues across offices and practice groups
Qualifications:
Experience in international trade; experience with CFIUS, customs compliance, or trade remedies is strongly valued
Strong drafting, analytical, and legal research skills
Demonstrated ability to assume responsibility for client matters and work both independently and in a team
Strong academic credentials and excellent communication skills
Admission to the D.C. Bar, or eligibility to obtain admission through waiver
Willingness to travel internationally as required
We will not consider resumes submitted by external agencies or recruiters for this position. Recruiters and agencies will not be compensated for assisting Barnes & Thornburg LLP in recruiting for this position, regardless of whether such party has a recruiting contract with us.
