What are the responsibilities and job description for the International Trade Associate Attorney at Top Am Law 100 Firm position at OpusLex Partners?
ABOUT OUR CLIENT:
Our client, an Am Law 100 firm recognized for its national reach and strong presence in Washington, D.C., brings a fresh perspective to what a modern law firm can be. They combine the resources of a large, national organization with the agility and responsiveness of a close-knit team, offering a depth of expertise and level of service few firms can match.
With more than 1,000 attorneys across 25 offices and revenues exceeding $1 billion, the firm’s expanded national platform strengthens its ability to serve clients seamlessly across major markets while maintaining its collaborative and client-focused culture.
With a traditional law firm culture that values strong personal and professional relationships, this firm has built its reputation on collaboration, client commitment, and strategic growth. They continue to expand their national platform, offering attorneys access to major U.S. markets, cross-office collaboration, and opportunities to handle high-profile, complex matters.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
Our International Trade Group, based in Washington, D.C., has an immediate opening for an International Trade Associate with 3–5 years of experience, ideally in anti-dumping and countervailing (AD/CVD) matters. The group has a very active and growing practice representing foreign-based clients in trade remedy proceedings before the U.S. Department of Commerce, the U.S. International Trade Commission, and the federal courts.
WHY APPLY:
- Growth & Career Advancement: Join a highly respected Am Law 100 firm with a growing national platform. The firm offers abundant opportunities for professional development, leadership, and career mobility across offices and practice areas.
- Clear Path to Partnership: The firm provides a transparent and achievable path to partnership for high-performing associates.
- Prestige & Recognition: This year, multiple practice areas and several attorneys earned Band 1 rankings, reflecting the firm’s market leadership and commitment to excellence.
- Compensation & Benefits: Competitive salary of $235,000–$295,000/year, plus a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, flexible spending, 401K, PTO, paid holidays, bonus, and more.
- Dynamic Team & Culture: Work in a collaborative, supportive environment that values excellence, mentorship, and professional growth. The firm encourages teamwork, innovation, and client-focused service while investing in associates’ long-term success.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Top academic credentials with strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
- 3–5 years of experience in international trade, preferably with a focus on anti-dumping and countervailing (AD/CVD) matters.
- Highly motivated and team player.
- Similar or open mindset to adapt and value the firm's values to deliver excellent quality legal counsel for the firm's clients.
About Us:
We are a woman-owned, full-service legal recruiting and staffing firm headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We place attorneys and legal professionals in direct hire, contract-to-hire, and project roles with law firms and corporate legal departments nationwide.
Our mission is to help legal professionals do their best work, whether you're hiring or making a move. With a focus on quality over quantity, we deliver a thoughtful, people-first approach to recruiting.
Salary : $235,000 - $295,000