International Trade Specialist

The DC office has an opening for a Specialist with the International Trade practice. In this non-exempt role, under the supervisor of the practice attorneys and paralegal manager, the International Trade Specialist is responsible for assisting with preparation and review of documents, performing research and analysis as well as monitoring dockets and filings. This position has an annual minimum billable target of 1,000 hours.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor new petition filings on the Department of Commerce ACCESS filing system, identify potential clients and contacts, and prepare news releases and proposals for new cases.
• Monitor trade data and International Trade Commission 484(f) filings for tariff modifications to determine new business leads.
• Monitor, research, and prepare memoranda on international trade legislative and policy developments for client-specific projects and/or business development purposes.
• Prepare and file pleadings and other documents in AD/CVD cases before relevant agencies (DOC and ITC), courts and tribunals.
• Monitor and docket all AD/CVD case files with agencies, courts and tribunals on a timely and consistent basis.
• Assist with questionnaire response preparation, preparation of tables and spreadsheets for AD/CVD and customs filings.
• Assist attorneys with Section 232 tariff exclusion request filings; customs protest filings; prior disclosure spreadsheets.
• Assist with preparation of briefs.
• Familiarity with agency filing rules and requirements.
• Coordinate with economic consultants.
• Other duties as needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certification preferred. Background in international trade or economics is highly desirable. Relevant work experience, up to 5 years, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common technical journals, reports and legal documents. Ability to respond to common regulatory agencies inquiries.
• High level of proficiency with legal research platforms, Adobe and the Microsoft Office Suite especially Excel.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workflow of assignments.
• Ability to utilize time efficiently and perform in a fast-paced work environment while meeting or exceed an annual billable hours target.
• Proficient writer who exhibits a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with attorneys as well as internal and external contacts.
• Demonstrated capacity to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

The expected annual salary for this position ranges from $76,182 - $113,953. The salary offered will be determined by a wide range of factors including but not limited to experience level, education, training, and relevant skills. The Firm offers competitive benefits to include healthcare. More details are available at https://www.bakerlaw.com/careers/compensation-and-benefits/.