Description:
Job Description:The law firm of A Full-Service Law Firm is seeking to hire an attorney with at least seven years of experience in international trade law. This position offers the opportunity to work with the Firm's diverse business clients on complex international transactions across various industry sectors. The candidate will collaborate regularly with talented attorneys in a wide range of practice areas across the Firm's six offices.
Our dedicated team represents some of the country's leading businesses engaged in global trade. This position is focused on navigating the complexities of international trade regulations, customs compliance, and trade agreements.
The ideal candidate will have specific expertise in advising and counseling clients on customs and import control matters, including tariff classification, valuation, transfer pricing, audits, forced labor compliance, and customs enforcement of antidumping and countervailing duty orders.
At A Full-Service Law Firm, you will work with attorneys and staff motivated by excellent client service. You will find resources and mentors to help you grow professionally and work with a team that values everyone's contributions. You will also be encouraged to work on pro bono and public service matters. The Firm has a track record of litigating significant pro bono cases that protect the rights of some of society's most vulnerable people.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at A Full-Service Law Firm and enhance our ability to provide clients with innovative, creative, and collaborative advocacy. The Opportunity & Progress Council (OPC) (https://www.foster.com/ourfirm-diversity-opportunity) guides A Full-Service Law Firm's actions in these important areas by executing the Firm's strategic initiatives aimed at breaking down institutional and cultural barriers to diversity, equity, and inclusion and creating a shared environment where everyone can do their best work together.
Candidates based in the Seattle, WA, Spokane, WA, Portland, OR, Washington, D.C., or New York, NY areas will be considered. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
Job Requirements:
The Successful Candidate Will Have:
- 7 years of customs and import control matters, including tariff classification, valuation, transfer pricing, audits, forced labor compliance, and customs enforcement of antidumping and countervailing duty orders experience;
- A portable book of business is required;
- JD from an ABA-accredited law school and license to practice law required;
- Strong academic credentials and excellent analytical and writing skills;
- A client-service approach and exceptional communication skills;
- Enthusiasm to work as part of a diverse team or independently;
- The ability to manage significant individual responsibilities;
- The ability to work on and manage multiple projects at one time;
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills; and
- Responsive and professional service.