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Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

International Trade: CFIUS Experts

Global Guide 2026 : USA


Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

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International Trade: CFIUS Experts - USA

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP works with financial institutions and corporations on high-stakes export controls and economic sanctions issues. The firm's areas of expertise include OFAC licensing, compliance and enforcement. The team is accomplished at handling CFIUS filings and regularly works with clients in the defense and pharmaceutical sectors.

Strengths

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  • Davis Polk & Wardwell has a deep bench of expertise across a variety of practice areas, especially when sanctions issues cross into other regulatory areas.

    International Trade: CFIUS Experts respondentGlobal
  • Davis Polk & Wardwell has deep expertise in sanctions legal requirements and the intricacies of engaging with OFAC.

    International Trade: CFIUS Experts respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleJohn B Reynolds III
    Senior StatespeopleJohn B Reynolds III

    John B Reynolds III

    John Reynolds is an expert in handling trade controls work and is particularly well regarded for his capabilities in sanctions matters. Reynolds is also experienced in advising on CFIUS reviews.
    • John Reynolds is super professional and will get the issues correct.

      International Trade: CFIUS Experts respondentGlobal
    • John Reynolds is an expert in sanctions.

      International Trade: CFIUS Experts respondentGlobal
  • Band 2Paul Marquardt
    Band 2Paul Marquardt

    Paul Marquardt

    Paul Marquardt is well equipped to aid clients through CFIUS reviews. He also handles export control and economic sanction matters.
    • Paul Marquardt is excellent and a very plugged in sanctions practitioner.

      International Trade: CFIUS Experts respondentGlobal
    • Paul Marquardt's ability to grasp the nuances of our multi-organizational processes when added to his expertise has made him a trusted adviser.

      International Trade: CFIUS Experts respondentGlobal
    • Paul Marquardt is smart, unpretentious and offers practical advice.

      International Trade: CFIUS Experts respondentGlobal
  • Band 4Will Schisa
    Band 4Will Schisa

    Will Schisa

    Will Schisa is recognized for his capabilities in handling export controls and economic sanctions matters. His clients include financial institutions.
    • Will Schisa is really good on technical matters and he has a vast wealth of knowledge on sanctions issues.

      International Trade: CFIUS Experts respondentGlobal
  • Band 5Benjamin Joseloff
    Band 5Benjamin Joseloff

    Benjamin Joseloff

    Benjamin Joseloff assists clients with CFIUS reviews. His sector specific expertise covers finance, amongst others.

    • Benjamin Joseloff is very smart and strategic.

      International Trade: CFIUS Experts respondentGlobal
    • Benjamin Joseloff expertly guides you through the lifecycle of the CFIUS process, acting as an approachable and trusted partner to both the in-house team and the business.

      International Trade: CFIUS Experts respondentGlobal
    • Benjamin Joseloff is amazingly thorough, very approachable and very client-friendly.

      International Trade: CFIUS Experts respondentGlobal

Ranked Individuals at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP (6)

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    John B Reynolds III

    International Trade: CFIUS Experts

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    John B Reynolds III

    International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions

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    Paul Marquardt

    International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions

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    Will Schisa

    International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions

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