International Trade Attorney - Import/Export

International Trade Attorney - Import/Export

International Trade Attorney - Customs, Sanctions, and Trade Litigation

Practice Group: International Trade and Investment

Locations: Washington, D.C. (Primary), New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles

Role Tier: Mid-to-Senior Associate / Counsel

Position Overview We are seeking a sophisticated and entrepreneurial International Trade Attorney to join a nationally recognized legal team. This is a unique opportunity for a driven professional to play a pivotal role in advising global clients on the complexities of international trade, investment, and regulatory compliance. We offer a collegial environment that values collaboration and provides the platform necessary to scale your practice across multiple strategic office locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Customs and Import Compliance: Advise global corporations, manufacturers, and trade associations on complex U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CVP) regulations. This includes handling tariff classifications, valuations, product markings, country-of-origin determinations, and forced labor compliance enforcement.

• Trade Litigation: Defend client business interests in high-stakes contested matters, including challenging regulatory actions and tariff implementation before the U.S. Court of International Trade and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.

• Export Controls and Economic Sanctions: Navigate complex compliance and licensing under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions programs.

• Foreign Investment: Advise clients on regulatory requirements for U.S. investment and shepherd foreign investors through the CFIUS review process.

• Trade Policy and Remedies: Advise on market access, preferential trade programs (USMCA, CAFTA, etc.), Section 301/232 tariffs, anti-dumping/countervailing duties (AD/CVD), and regulatory investigations.

• Regulatory Defense: Represent clients before federal regulators regarding investigations, protests, voluntary disclosures, and settlements.

Qualifications

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

• Active bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction (IL, OH, PA, DC, or FL).

• Extensive experience in international trade law with a focus on regulatory strategy, compliance updates, and trade litigation.

• Strong written advocacy skills with experience briefing or litigating before trade courts.

• Cross-border fluency, international background, or multi-language capabilities are highly valued.

• Strong entrepreneurial mindset.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision

• 401k with Profit Sharing

• Paid Parental and Family Leave

• Formal Mentorship and CLE Support

• Flexible Professional Challenges

• Commuter and Wellness Programs

Benefits

• Top-Tier Compensation: Competitive base salary plus performance-based billable and merit bonuses.

• Flexible Work: Hybrid work environment with genuine work-life integration.

• Comprehensive Benefits We provide a flexible array of options designed to support your well-being through every stage of life:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

• Profit-sharing and generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Flexible reimbursement accounts for personal well-being

• Discretionary incentive programs (Productivity, Business Development, and Merit)

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 07/10/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter .  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at Benefits@CyberCoders.com to make arrangements.

Salary

$165000 - $310000 USD per year