Description:

Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP is seeking an International Trade Associate with at least 5 to 7 years of experience to join our Governmental Practice Group. This position can be based in any of our Southern California offices (San Diego (Downtown), San Diego (Del Mar), Los Angeles, Century City, or Orange County). There is only one (1) position available.

Please note: Preference will be shown to applicants based in or willing to relocate to our Orange County, Los Angeles, or Century City office locations.

Sheppard is a global AmLaw 50 full-service law firm with over 1,200 attorneys across 16 offices worldwide. We provide a full range of legal services to clients conducting international business and offer associates challenging and interesting work with a collegial team of lawyers who are passionate about what they do. The International Trade team helps clients address their most challenging sanctions, export, import, anti-bribery, and foreign investment issues. Our team practices before the U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS); U.S. Department of State, Directorate of Defense trade Controls (DDTC); U.S. Department of Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC); U.S. Customs and Border Protection; U.S. Import Administration; U.S. International Trade Commission; and the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS).

The International Trade team seeks a mid-level associate to support our full-scope international trade practice. Preference will be given to applicants with experience with 3 or more of the following areas of practice:

Export controls (Export Administration Regulations and International Traffic in Arms Regulations) (EAR, ITAR)
Foreign investment reviews (CFIUS)
Economic sanctions and embargoes
Customs law
International trade agreements
Antidumping and countervailing duties (AD/CVD)

Details and requirements:

At least 5 to 7 years of international trade law experience, preferably with a large law firm or a relevant government agency
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong academic credentials
Research and analytical skills

Resume, cover letter, and law school transcript are required to apply. Candidates must be admitted to and a member in good standing of the California bar.

The salary range for this position is $310,000 - $390,000.

For questions about this position, please contact Isabella LeBlanc at ileblanc@sheppard.com.