Washington, D.C. - National Security (Trade) - Mid to Senior Level Associate

Skadden

$365K — $420K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in international trade law and customs
  • Expertise in trade policy and remedies
  • Strong writing skills
  • High academic achievement
  • Flexible to work across various National Security areas

Responsibilities

  • Provide expert guidance on international trade issues
  • Advise on customs and trade compliance matters
  • Participate in developing trade policy strategies
  • Engage with client matters related to trade law
  • Support other National Security group initiatives as needed

Benefits

  • Enhanced mentoring program for transitioning attorneys
  • Dynamic professional development opportunities
  • Hybrid work model with defined in-office and remote work flexibility
  • Access to extensive pro bono programs
  • Opportunity to engage with diverse legal issues in the community
Full Job Description
Skadden's National Security group in Washington, D.C. is seeking an outstanding mid to senior level associate (class of [redacted]) whose work focuses on International Trade. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience, including substantial international trade expertise in customs, trade policy, trade law, and trade remedies. Ideally, this person would also be open to doing additional work across the National Security group where needed (i.e., export controls, sanctions, CFIUS, etc.). High level of academic achievement and excellent writing skills is a must. The starting base salary for this Washington, D.C. position is expected to be between $365,000 to $420,000 annually. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other job-related factors, consistent with applicable law. This position may be eligible for a discretionary year-end bonus.

Associates who join Skadden laterally participate in an enhanced mentor program, which specifically focuses on the unique needs experienced attorneys face during professional transitions.

These efforts, along with our professional development and other Skadden benefits, including a hybrid work model*, offer a dynamic environment where all can shape their own career trajectories while contributing to groundbreaking legal work. We also have an extensive pro bono program that allows attorneys to devote, and receive credit for, time for myriad causes that spark their interests and matches those interests with the legal needs in the community.

*Our current hybrid work model consists of working Monday through Thursday in the office. Attorneys also receive the opportunity to work remotely for specified periods throughout the year.

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