International Trade Counsel

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an International Trade Counsel in Los Angeles, California. The position involves joining a comprehensive international trade practice, with opportunities for experienced candidates to contribute significantly to the team.

Duties

• Provide counsel on customs matters, including ruling requests and prior disclosures.
• Handle protests, petitions, and audit defense related to tariff classification and valuation.
• Advise on free trade agreements and trade remedies application.
• Offer guidance on tariffs under IEEPA, Section 232, and Section 301.
• Engage in export control and sanctions matters, including compliance counseling and licensing.
• Participate in CFIUS and national security regulatory matters.

Requirements

• Substantial experience in customs and trade matters.
• Proficiency in advising on tariffs and trade remedies.
• Experience in export control and sanctions is valued.
• Strong verbal, analytical, writing, and interpersonal skills.

Education

• Excellent academic credentials required.

Certifications

• Relevant legal certifications preferred.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package available.

Established in the latter half of the nineteenth century, this full-service law firm is known for its leadership of individual, outstanding attorneys and thoughtful mergers. The attorneys here are dedicated to hard work, excellence, and teamwork. They strongly believe in collegiality, diversity, fairness, firm loyalty, individual satisfaction, professional development, and teamwork. The hiring team here values not just academic excellence and a keen intellect but also integrity and highly specialized legal skills.