Paralegal, International Trade
We are a professional staffing firm with over 29 years' experience and the good fortune to work with one of DC's most highly regarded International Trade law firms that is urgently hoping to hire at least four recent grads or those expected to graduate this May. These are 90 day contract to fulltime opportunities.
Ideal candidates will be academically accomplished and have a demonstrated interest in international trade that may include at least a class or two, a trade related writing sample, internship, or anything at all that documents a genuine interest in this highly specialized area of law.
Enclosed are the additional details:
Job Description: This position is an invaluable opportunity for college graduates interested in building on or developing experience in at the intersection of international economics and law. Paralegals work directly with partners, associates, and economists who have decades of expertise and experience working in top law firms and inside government. New hires will assist the firm with administrative functions, such as receiving and organizing service and other documents to learn the ropes. The position quickly evolves to include duties such as (1) drafting and editing legal writing (e.g., forms, letters, and briefs before the U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission, U.S. Court of International Trade, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, etc.), (2) researching, tabulating, and compiling quantitative and qualitative data, and (3) working closely with clients through hearing preparation and long-term projects. Candidates interested and willing to commit at least two or preferably three years to the position will be preferred and will be best situated to gain from the substantive experience and growth this position offers.
Desired Experience: One to two years of related legal or office experience, the highest level of professionalism, a record of sound judgment, intrinsic motivation and high standard for one's work product, keen attention to detail, and understandings of discretion and confidentiality. Also critical are proven administrative capabilities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, demanding environment, and, among other accomplishments, a strong academic background. Minimum GPA of 3.3 or higher strongly preferred.
Desired Skills: Command of Microsoft Office (including familiarity with Excel), professional research and writing ability, familiarity with Adobe Acrobat is a plus, strong organization skills, ability to multi-task.
Hours: Monday through Friday and range from 9-5:30 to 10-6:30, with OT flexibility required. Currently in a hybrid WFH/RTO model that new hires will also be able to enjoy after the initial new hire period.
Compensation: The initial hourly pay rate is $24 or $25 per hour, DOE, and comes with the opportunity to earn overtime pay nearly immediately. The starting fulltime salary, once the 90 day temporary period is successfully completed, is 50K and comes with paid OT, excellent benefits, and significant year end bonus potential.
Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for instant consideration. We will assist all candidates in a trustworthy and professional manner.
Candidates outside of DC who can move here on their own within 30 to 45 days of starting are welcome to apply. There is no relocation assistance available, so those in DC or already planning to move here are strongly preferred