International Trade Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking an International Trade Associate Attorney to join a top-tier, internationally recognized law firm with a sophisticated government and regulatory practice in New York.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level associate to work on complex cross-border matters at the intersection of international trade, regulatory compliance, and transactional work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on the regulatory aspects of inbound and outbound investments, including trade-related due diligence in cross-border M&A transactions

• Counsel clients on restructuring foreign manufacturing operations, supply chains, and global business structures to mitigate exposure to U.S. duties and tariffs

• Provide guidance on sanctions compliance, including matters involving Russia and occupied regions of Ukraine, with analysis of U.S., EU, and related international regulations

• Support cross-border transactions by addressing foreign direct investment (FDI) considerations and ensuring compliance in deal documentation

• Collaborate with and help manage international legal teams across EMEA and LATAM on large-scale reorganizations and business spin-offs

• Advise on export controls, technology transfer issues, and international regulatory frameworks such as the Wassenaar Arrangement

• Support clients in highly regulated industries, including the space sector, with compliance related to global satellite systems and international telecommunications regulations

• Provide strategic guidance on market entry, licensing requirements, and corporate structuring for international operations

Qualifications:

• J.D. or LL.M. from an accredited U.S. law school

• Minimum of 2 years of experience handling cross-border M&A, international trade, or regulatory matters

• Experience advising on sanctions (U.S., EU, and related regimes), export controls, and foreign investment regulations

• Strong transactional experience, including drafting and negotiating agreements and conducting due diligence

• Experience working with cross-border teams and international clients

• Exposure to international regulatory frameworks (e.g., export controls, ITU regulations, or similar) is a plus

• Licensed and in good standing in New York or Washington, D.C.

Additional Details:

• Hybrid schedule (2 days remote per week)

• Opportunity to work on high-profile, global matters across multiple industries

• Competitive compensation: $310,000 base salary