Overview
To support the Enforcement & Compliance (E&C) team in managing a record-high volume of AD/CVD cases, easing workload demands and creating a potential pipeline for future full-time analysts.
Position Overview:
The Research Analyst Evaluator I (Paralegal or Equivalent) supports litigation and administrative casework by performing legal research, managing case-related documents, and assisting attorneys with filing and compliance tasks before the U.S. Court of International Trade and related forums. This role involves monitoring litigation deadlines, maintaining databases, proofreading legal documents, and preparing filings, providing essential support to the legal team and ensuring accurate, timely litigation processes.
Background
The Enforcement and Compliance (E&C) unit within the International Trade Administration (ITA) at the Department of Commerce plays a critical role in promoting fair trade and supporting U.S. commercial competitiveness. E&C enforces U.S. Trade Remedy Laws to counteract the harmful effects of unfair foreign trade practices. Through antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) cases, E&C helps ensure U.S. firms and workers can compete on a level playing field both domestically and globally.
Responsibilities
Monitor the filing of new summons with the U.S. Court of International Trade and alert attorneys; create litigation entries in the Salesforce record-keeping database.
Use Salesforce reporting functions to generate reports and identify upcoming litigation deadlines; notify litigation supervisors and attorneys accordingly.
Assist in maintaining the litigation database, ensuring attorneys complete periodic updates.
Draft Notices of Appearance for attorney review.
Prepare and organize administrative record indexes and other submissions for court cases.
Perform and summarize legal research as requested by attorneys.
Proofread legal documents and court filings for grammatical and formatting errors; conduct citation checks and format citations in Bluebook style.
Assist with preparation, compilation, and filing of records and appendices for USMCA binational panel proceedings and WTO disputes.
Summarize documents and prepare memoranda to support litigation and administrative cases.
Conduct first-level document review of administrative determinations and perform initial legal issue analysis.
Perform additional paralegal duties as needed to support full-time workload.
Qualifications
Recent (within the past five years) relevant paralegal experience or equivalent.
Preference given to law students, candidates with litigation-specific experience, or those holding a paralegal certificate.
Strong legal research skills with the ability to summarize findings clearly and accurately.
Detail-oriented with excellent proofreading skills and familiarity with Bluebook citation style.
Experience with case management or litigation databases, preferably Salesforce.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain accurate records.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work under general supervision and collaborate with legal professionals.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, International Business, International Relations, International Affairs, International Development, International Political Economy, Law, or Economics.
Certification(s)
Certifications are not required; however, candidates with a Paralegal Certificate or equivalent will receive special consideration.
Compensation
The compensation range for this position is $31.25 - $40.87 per hour. Compensation will be discussed in greater detail with candidates who advance in the interview process, allowing for a comprehensive evaluation of qualifications and alignment with role requirements.
Compensation Disclaimer:
The salary range provided for this position represents a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined at the Company’s discretion based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, skills, education, internal equity, geographic location, and contract requirements. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range.
Location and Work Hours
This position supports a
hybrid work schedule
and requires regular on-site presence at the following location:
Herbert C. Hoover Building
1401 Constitution Avenue NW
Washington, D.C. 20230
Employees will be expected to report on-site several days per week, with the specific schedule determined in coordination with their Supervisor. As such, candidates must reside within a
reasonable commuting distance
of Washington, D.C. This position is not eligible for full-time remote work or for candidates located outside of the local commuting area.
Standard working hours are based on a
40-hour work week
, Monday through Friday. While some flexibility may be available, employees are generally expected to be available during
core business hours of 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM ET
.
When working remotely, employees must have access to a
reliable internet connection
and a suitable work environment that supports productivity and compliance with company policies.
This position supports a hybrid work schedule, which means employees are authorized to alternate between on-site and telework days on a schedule agreed upon and approved by their Supervisor. All employees must adhere to the Company’s “Work from Home and Telework” policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook and must sign the Employee Handbook Acknowledgement prior to being authorized to work remotely.
Benefits and EEO
At Ardent Eagle Solutions, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees and their families:
Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
Matching 401(k) Plan
Continuing Education Assistance
Paid Time Off
This job description is intended to describe the general scope of work and level of work that is needed to perform while on task with Ardent Eagle Solutions. Other duties may be assigned. Selected candidates may undergo a government security investigation and must fulfill eligibility criteria for accessing classified information. US citizenship may be a prerequisite for certain roles.
Ardent Eagle Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to disability or protected veteran status.