International Trade Attorney - Principal

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced International Trade Attorney to join their team in Spokane, WA. This role involves working with diverse business clients on complex international transactions and navigating international trade regulations, customs compliance, and trade agreements.

Duties

• Advise clients on customs and import control matters, including tariff classification and valuation.
• Manage transfer pricing, audits, and forced labor compliance.
• Handle customs enforcement of antidumping and countervailing duty orders.
• Collaborate with attorneys across various practice areas.
• Engage in pro bono and public service matters.

Requirements

• Portable book of business required.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in customs and import control.
• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Client-service approach with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and responsibilities.

Education

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• License to practice law required.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team.
• Responsive and professional service.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Commuter allowance.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Parental leave.
• Billable credit hours for approved Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Pro Bono work.
• Annual bonus.

This is a powerful Pacific Northwest firm and offers associates working here the opportunity to participate in some of the more significant litigation and corporate work in the Pacific Northwest. This firm is well known for its strong real estate and land use practice, and many of the firm's attorneys who practice in these disciplines are considered recognized leaders in the fields. They also have an exceptional bankruptcy practice. This firm also has a diverse client base including large publicly traded corporations as well as closely held businesses and individuals. This firm is considered to have a good management and its management structure is fairly well integrated throughout the firm's offices.