International Trade Paralegal

International Trade Paralegal

We are a professional staffing firm with over 34 years’ experience and the good fortune to work with one of DC’s most highly regarded International Trade law firms that is urgently hoping to hire a new paralegal to join their team. This is a 90-day contract to fulltime opportunity.

Ideal candidates will be academically accomplished and have a demonstrated interest in international law broadly, or international trade specifically, that includes two or more years of paralegal experience. Writing samples, internships, and other related achievements that document a genuine interest in this highly specialized area of law are not necessary but will be very well received.

Enclosed are the additional details:

Job Description: This position is an invaluable opportunity for junior paralegals who are interested in furthering their experience at the intersection of international economics and law. Our client’s paralegals work directly with partners, associates, and economists who have decades of expertise and experience working in top law firms and inside government.

New hires will assist the firm with challenging duties such as (1) drafting and editing legal writing (e.g., forms, letters, and briefs before the U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission, U.S. Court of International Trade, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, etc.), (2) researching, tabulating, and compiling quantitative and qualitative data, and (3) working closely with clients through hearing preparation and long-term projects. Candidates interested and willing to commit at least three years to the position will be best situated to gain from the substantive experience and growth this position offers.

Desired Experience: Two years of paralegal experience, the highest level of professionalism, a record of sound judgment, intrinsic motivation and high standard for one’s work product, keen attention to detail, and understandings of discretion and confidentiality. Also critical is the flexibility to take on administrative duties, as needed, in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, demanding environment, and, among other accomplishments, a strong academic background. Minimum GPA of 3.3 or higher strongly preferred.

Desired Skills: Command of Microsoft Office (including familiarity with Excel), professional research and writing ability, familiarity with Adobe Acrobat is a plus, strong organization skills, ability to multi-task.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. with flexibility for OT required.

Compensation: For candidates pursuing a temp-to-perm structure, the initial hourly pay rate is around $30 per hour, DOE, and comes with the opportunity to earn overtime pay nearly immediately. The starting full-time salary range is 60K to 63K depending on experience and comes with paid OT, excellent benefits, and significant year-end bonus potential.

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for instant consideration. We will assist all candidates in a trustworthy and professional manner.