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International Trade: CFIUS Experts - USA - Nationwide

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Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Akin possesses a team of talented attorneys noted for their capabilities in customs, CFIUS, export controls and economic sanctions work. The areas of expertise cover ITAR, EAR, tariff classification and country of origin marking. The firm is proficient in trade remedies and trade policy issues, regularly working with leading domestic and foreign companies, as well as national governments. The team is also experienced in handling international mandates, supported by offices in Europe and Asia.

Work Highlights

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  • Akin continued to advise Keysight Technologies on the company's activities in China and Russia to ensure compliance with US exports and sanctions laws.

Strengths

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"The team is collaborative and client-oriented in really trying to understand and accommodate the client’s needs."

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"Akin has a large team with extensive knowledge and experience."

International Trade: CFIUS Experts respondent
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"The team has a thorough understanding of the regulations and a practical approach to compliance."

International Trade: CFIUS Experts respondent
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"Akin has subject matter experts who deliver timely responses and respected advice."

International Trade: CFIUS Experts respondent
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"The firm's broad expertise means they can capably identify all relevant legal issues for their clients, and deliver reliably sound recommendations."

International Trade: CFIUS Experts respondent
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Notable Practitioners

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Kevin Wolf
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Kevin Wolf
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Band 1
Kevin Wolf brings to bear previous government experience in assisting clients with export controls and economic sanctions concerns.
"Kevin is an expert in this space."
"He is incredibly knowledgeable on both the statutes and the industry."
"Kevin has encyclopedic knowledge."
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Lars-Erik A Hjelm
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Lars-Erik A Hjelm
1
Band 1
Lars-Erik Hjelm is a highly regarded customs practitioner with experience in matters such as classification, valuation and country of origin.
"Lars is very thorough in his analysis and is able to draw upon his prior experience to guide our company to successful outcomes."
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Matthew Nicely
2
Matthew Nicely
2
Band 2
Matthew Nicely regularly handles trade disputes, and his clients include governments and companies. He is particularly strong at handling antidumping and countervailing duty matters.
"Matthew is a great trade lawyer who is smart and strategic."
"Matthew offers great advice."
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Stephen Kho
3
Stephen Kho
3
Band 3
Stephen Kho undertakes a host of policy and regulatory work for his global client base. He also represents clients in antidumping and Section 301 cases.
"His responses are very prompt and address our concerns and interests accurately."
"He listens to his clients, assesses their needs and outlines strategies for success."
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Thomas J McCarthy
3
Thomas J McCarthy
3
Band 3
Thomas McCarthy frequently advises on export control matters. He regularly works with clients in the defense and technology spaces.
"He is an excellent lawyer with a lot of in-depth knowledge and experience."
"Tom has deep experience with regulatory enforcement agencies."
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Bernd Janzen
4
Bernd Janzen
4
Band 4
Bernd Janzen is a trusted trade practitioner noted for his strength in the litigation space. His clients include corporations and governments.
"He always provides an excellent service."
"We are in excellent hands with Bernd's leadership."
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Christian C Davis
4
Christian C Davis
4
Band 4
Christian Davis is a key partner in the team and handles CFIUS matters. He is experienced in working with clients from the technology, energy and defense sectors.
"Christian provides excellent knowledge, understanding and responsiveness."
"It is always a pleasure to work with Christian and I appreciate his balanced, nuanced advice."
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Suzanne Kane
4
Suzanne Kane
4
Band 4
Suzanne Kane co-manages the customs practice group at Akin. She advises clients on import controls, tariffs, valuation and duty-free claims.
"Suzanne is a great partner. She invests in getting to know the client, their objectives and their obstacles."
"She is really sharp and on top of things."
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Anne Borkovic
5
Anne Borkovic
5
Band 5
Anne Borkovic is noted for advising clients on trade control issues. Her clients include those in the technology and healthcare sectors.
"She is well regarded and has a strong specialty in ITAR matters."
"Her knowledge of the US export control regulations is impressive and has allowed us to collaborate quickly and efficiently on solutions."
"Anne has deep expertise."
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Jonathan Poling
5
Jonathan Poling
5
Band 5
Jonathan Poling has an extensive international trade practice. He often advises on export control matters.
"He is an outstanding attorney."
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Ryan Fayhee
5
Ryan Fayhee
5
Band 5
Ryan Fayhee serves clients across a range of industries, including financial services, private equity, technology, aerospace, telecommunications and others.
"Ryan is a very capable attorney and has a good vision on how to deal with government."
"He has strong expertise in export controls."
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Susan M C Kovarovics
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Susan M C Kovarovics
5
Band 5
Susan Kovarovics regularly advises clients on compliance with ITAR and EAR. She often works with those in the defense, manufacturing and aerospace industries.
"Susan is an excellent adviser. She is easy to work with, very responsive and very knowledgeable."
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Katherine P. Padgett
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Katherine P. Padgett
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Katherine Padgett is noted for her strong abilities advising on the CFIUS implications of transactions.
"She is very knowledgeable and very thoughtful in her analysis."
"Katherine is a pleasure to work with and incredibly responsive."
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International Trade: CFIUS Experts
Christian C Davis
4
Christian C Davis
4
Band 4
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Katherine P. Padgett
U
Katherine P. Padgett
U
Up and Coming
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International Trade: Customs
Lars-Erik A Hjelm
1
Lars-Erik A Hjelm
1
Band 1
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Suzanne Kane
4
Suzanne Kane
4
Band 4
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International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
Kevin Wolf
1
Kevin Wolf
1
Band 1
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Thomas J McCarthy
3
Thomas J McCarthy
3
Band 3
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Anne Borkovic
5
Anne Borkovic
5
Band 5
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Jonathan Poling
5
Jonathan Poling
5
Band 5
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Ryan Fayhee
5
Ryan Fayhee
5
Band 5
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Susan M C Kovarovics
5
Susan M C Kovarovics
5
Band 5
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International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy
Matthew Nicely
2
Matthew Nicely
2
Band 2
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Stephen Kho
3
Stephen Kho
3
Band 3
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Bernd Janzen
4
Bernd Janzen
4
Band 4
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