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To learn more about Akin Gump’s International Trade/WTO capabilities in Asia and other jurisdictions, please visit the International Trade page under the experience section at www.akingump.com.
Chambers Review
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld houses talented legal teams for international trade in Washington DC, Dubai, Beijing and Singapore. The team provides advice on trade-related regulations and disputes to corporates and government departments, with particular skills advising on market access, trade agreements, sanctions, export controls and contentious WTO matters. The firm is well known for its work representing clients across the region, with China, Japan, South Korea and Taiwan being notable areas of strength for the team. The group's clients include Epson America and Bain Capital.
Work Highlights
- Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld advised Government of Japan on a WTO litigation and on market access barriers affecting Japanese exports in foreign markets.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The Akin Gump team consists of very capable lawyers in different areas of trade. We feel the Akin Gump team is always ready to provide very professional and in-depth advice at any time we reach out to them."
"In addition to having an experienced team in Asia, Akin Gump also has deep connections in Washington DC, UK and other locations around the world. The insight Akin Gump can provide is great value for the money."
"The Akin Gump team consists of very capable lawyers in different areas of trade. We feel the Akin Gump team is always ready to provide very professional and in-depth advice at any time we reach out to them."
"In addition to having an experienced team in Asia, Akin Gump also has deep connections in Washington DC, UK and other locations around the world. The insight Akin Gump can provide is great value for the money."
Notable Practitioners
Stephen Kho deftly handles both contentious and advisory sides of international trade work. He advises on WTO matters as well as trade policy compliance and regulatory issues.
"Mr Stephen Kho is a very good organiser, he can always coordinate resources within the firm to provide us with satisfying advice. He is very familiar with US trade policy, knowledgeable on WTO issues and the trade issues between the US and China."
Tatman Savio advises clients on export control and sanction issues. She is a registered foreign lawyer in Hong Kong who also handles anti-corruption matters.
"Tatman is very easy to work with and is very knowledgeable and experienced. She is also very mindful of the client's needs and concerns, particularly as to business outcome, rather than simply delivering legal advice. Her counselling always combines detailed legal analysis and practical advice."
"Tatman is fabulous to work with. She quickly provides practical and solution-oriented advice."
Yujin Mcnamara is an upcoming partner who handles the full range of international trade-related issues, winning praise for her expertise in WTO disputes and trade remedies.
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