16 July 2026
Compensation
$260,000 – $365,000
Key requirements
3+ years of recent law firm associate experience J.D. from an accredited law school Active membership in good standing with the DC Bar, or eligibility to waive into the DC Bar Substantial experience with CFIUS matters, including transaction-related issue spotting, jurisdictional assessments, mandatory and voluntary filing analysis, preparation of CFIUS filings, and management of CFIUS reviews
TrendsThe role
Clifford Chance is seeking a DC Trade and Sanctions (CFIUS) Associate with 3+ years of experience to join its Regulatory practice in Washington D.C. This role will focus primarily on advising clients on CFIUS and related national security matters.
What you'll do
- Advise clients on CFIUS and related national security matters
- Assess whether transactions may be subject to CFIUS jurisdiction
- Identify mandatory filing requirements
- Evaluate national security risk
- Assess voluntary filing and non-notified risk considerations
- Advise on deal terms
- Prepare CFIUS notices and declarations
- Support clients through the CFIUS review and investigation process
- Address mitigation considerations
- Work closely with corporate, private equity, funds, technology, energy, infrastructure, financial institutions, and cross-border M&A teams on transaction-related regulatory issues
- Identify issues early
- Provide practical guidance to transactional teams and clients
- Contribute to a sophisticated global practice
What we're looking for
3+ years of recent law firm associate experience
J.D. from an accredited law school
Active membership in good standing with the DC Bar, or eligibility to waive into the DC Bar
Substantial experience with CFIUS matters, including transaction-related issue spotting, jurisdictional assessments, mandatory and voluntary filing analysis, preparation of CFIUS filings, and management of CFIUS reviews
Thorough understanding of FIRRMA regulations and current CFIUS practice, including mandatory filing requirements, substantive risk considerations and non-notified risk, mitigation requirements, and emerging national security priorities
Excellent legal research, analytical, drafting, and communication skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary and cross-border teams
Sound judgment, commercial awareness, and a practical, client-focused approach
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits and compensation package
Salary range of $260,000-$365,000
Hiring contacts
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Olivia Blair
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DC Trade and Sanctions (CFIUS) Associate
Clifford Chance · Washington D.C. · $260,000 – $365,000
Washington D.C. · $260,000 – $365,000