This is a Senior Counsel position within the International Trade practice, based in the firm's Washington, D.C. office.
Responsibilities include advising clients on U.S.-China trade policies, customs, tariffs, export controls, and sanctions.
The role also involves counseling on international cybersecurity and data privacy, specifically concerning cloud transactions, computing, encryption, telecommunications, and cross-border data transfer.
You will represent clients in customs audits, investigations, seizures, forfeiture actions, and other enforcement matters.
The position requires developing corporate compliance procedures, providing training, conducting internal audits, and guiding clients through self-disclosure to customs and other regulatory agencies.
Candidates must possess a J.D. or LL.M. degree from a U.S. law school and an active license to practice law in at least one U.S. state.
A minimum of six years of legal experience is required, including at least six years specifically working on U.S.-China trade matters.
Required expertise includes WTO law, U.S.-China trade policies, customs, tariffs, export controls, sanctions, and regulations governing data transfers between China and the U.S., particularly for multinational clients with operations or supply chains in China.
Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat Professional, cite checking, and legal research platforms (LEXIS/Westlaw) is necessary.
Occasional domestic and international travel is expected.
The salary for this position is at least $220,000, with potential for a discretionary bonus.
Benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, all-purpose leave, back-up childcare, and wellness programs.

Crowell & Moring LLP

Senior International Trade Counsel

6+ PQE · June 18, 2026 (about 2 months ago)

Crowell & Moring LLP

6+ PQE · June 18, 2026 (about 2 months ago)

Employment type

Full-time

Practice area

International Trade · Compliance/Regulatory · Customs · Export Controls · Sanctions

Location

District of Columbia

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Overview

This is a Senior Counsel position within the International Trade practice, based in the firm's Washington, D.C. office.
Responsibilities include advising clients on U.S.-China trade policies, customs, tariffs, export controls, and sanctions.
The role also involves counseling on international cybersecurity and data privacy, specifically concerning cloud transactions, computing, encryption, telecommunications, and cross-border data transfer.
You will represent clients in customs audits, investigations, seizures, forfeiture actions, and other enforcement matters.
The position requires developing corporate compliance procedures, providing training, conducting internal audits, and guiding clients through self-disclosure to customs and other regulatory agencies.
Candidates must possess a J.D. or LL.M. degree from a U.S. law school and an active license to practice law in at least one U.S. state.
A minimum of six years of legal experience is required, including at least six years specifically working on U.S.-China trade matters.
Required expertise includes WTO law, U.S.-China trade policies, customs, tariffs, export controls, sanctions, and regulations governing data transfers between China and the U.S., particularly for multinational clients with operations or supply chains in China.
Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat Professional, cite checking, and legal research platforms (LEXIS/Westlaw) is necessary.
Occasional domestic and international travel is expected.
The salary for this position is at least $220,000, with potential for a discretionary bonus.
Benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, all-purpose leave, back-up childcare, and wellness programs.

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Andrew J. Merson
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Sarah Styles joined Crowell & Moring LLP's District of Columbia office in the Government group.
Andrew Merson is an excellent resource if you're trying to make a lateral move. He is diligent about following up with firms every step of the way, and he has great advice for how to handle different steps of the process. If you're looking for a new position, you can't go wrong with Andrew!
Sarah Styles
Crowell & Moring LLP • District of Columbia

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Last updated: August 3, 2026

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