Three to five years of legal experience Versed and conversant in regulatory practices within export and import controls, foreign ownership, control, or influence mitigation measures, sanctions and other trade regulations Very strong writing experience Project management experience
The role
K&L Gates is seeking a midlevel associate with 3-5 years of experience to join their International Trade, Investment Controls, and National Security practice group in Washington D.C. This role focuses on regulatory practices within export/import controls, foreign ownership, sanctions, and other trade regulations.
What you'll do
Work closely with experienced lawyers
Assume increasing levels of responsibility and client contact
What we're looking for
Three to five years of legal experience
Versed and conversant in regulatory practices within export and import controls, foreign ownership, control, or influence mitigation measures, sanctions and other trade regulations
Very strong writing experience
Project management experience
Strong academic credentials
Excellent communication skills
Commitment to providing the highest quality client service
Ability to work independently
Ability to work as part of a team
Self-starters
Benefits
Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage (including a Health Savings Account feature)
Pre-tax Commuting Benefits
Dental Insurance
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet Insurance
401(k) Retirement plan
Health Advocacy Services
Short- and Long-term Disability Protection
Identity Protection/Restoration and Fraud Insurance
Life Insurance (including Basic, Supplemental, Spouse, Child, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment)
Student loan refinancing options and access to a student loan concierge service
Paid Time Off (Generally, paid time off is undefined with 3-4 weeks usually acceptable)
Addiction Resources
Parental Leave (24 weeks of which 12 are paid; short-term disability may provide additional paid time off)
Breast Milk Delivery and Lactation Support Services
Paid Holidays (12)
Family Building Benefits
Pro Bono Opportunities
Flexible Spending Accounts
Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Bar Expense Reimbursement
529 Deductions
Relocation
Accident Insurance
Balanced Hours Program
Critical Illness Insurance
Ramp-Up/Ramp-Down Program
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Employee Referral Program
Bereavement Leave
Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities
Back-up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge
Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discount Program
Wellness Program
All other benefits (such as leaves of absence) required by law