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Akin

International Trade/WTO

Global Guide 2026 : Europe-wide

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To learn more about Akin International Trade/WTO capabilities, please visit the International Trade page at www.akingump.com.

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International Trade/WTO - Europe-wide

Band 4

What the Team is Known For
The international trade/WTO team at Akin comprises experienced Geneva-based partners who often team up with colleagues in Washington, DC to advise government clients on disputes brought before the WTO. The firm handles sanctions matters out of the London office, advising companies on internal audits and on actions required to address potential sanctions issues. Akin also advises on export control matters relating to the sale of heavily regulated products and assists with customs licences.
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Work Highlights

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  • Akin advised MOTIE for the Government of South Korea on various international trade issues such as potential WTO litigation, foreign market access barriers and bilateral negotiations.

Strengths

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  • Akin has a great understanding of the environment in international trade law in Geneva.

    International Trade/WTO respondentGlobal

  • Akin is highly knowledgeable on the substance of the matters but also has close contact with key decision-makers, which makes it a great resource to provide sound legal advice.

    International Trade/WTO respondentGlobal

  • Akin offers deep institutional knowledge, thorough understanding of current and future policy and political developments as well as excellent communication and timely responses.

    International Trade/WTO respondentGlobal

  • Akin always actively reaches out to us on hot topics they know we will be interested in. It not only focuses on the purely legal aspect but also provides a broader context, which is very interesting.

    International Trade/WTO respondentGlobal

  • Akin supports me very well and I have only good things to say about it. The firm is incredibly familiar with the work we do and it takes the time to track what our concerns are.

    International Trade/WTO respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Jasper Helder
    Jasper Helder

    Jasper Helder

    Jasper Helder has extensive experience in sanctions and export control compliance topics, including in customs litigation.

    • Jasper Helder is a true expert when it comes to sanctions.

      International Trade/WTO respondentGlobal
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  • Alan Yanovich
    Alan Yanovich

    Alan Yanovich

    Alan Yanovich is highly experienced in acting for government bodies and international corporates in WTO disputes. He also assists clients with export controls and sanctions compliance.

    • Alan Yanovich has an excellent understanding of WTO law and a rare ability to mix the academic with the pragmatic.

      International Trade/WTO respondentGlobal

    • Alan Yanovich's advice is always timely, quick and very helpful. He understands what kind of timeline we are expecting and his quick responses are really useful for us.

      International Trade/WTO respondentGlobal

    • Alan Yanovich's service is more than just knowing the law; it is in how he applies the knowledge he has to practical solutions, and this is an area where he excels.

      International Trade/WTO respondentGlobal
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