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Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite

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Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

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International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite - USA - Nationwide

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.

Work Highlights

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  • Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP provide advice to Aerostar in connection with the Letter of Assurance between Aerostar and CFIUS, which includes complex security commitments relating to the operation of the Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport.

Strengths

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  • Davis Polk are incredibly generous with their time, it works with us both in the US and abroad, where we are and where are aren't. It ensures that we understand the rules and provide key training. It has incredible partners.

    International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite respondentUSA

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.
  • 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 takes a pragmatic approach to matters. He is able to give advice on how a deal might be viewed and the relevant risks associated with the transaction.

      International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite respondentUSA
  • Band 4Benjamin Joseloff
    Band 4Benjamin Joseloff

    Benjamin Joseloff

    Benjamin Joseloff is frequently engaged by clients to assist with CFIUS issues arising in international transactions. Clients benefit from his expertise within the US Treasury Department.

    • Ben is absolutely fantastic, he could not have provided a better service.

      International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite respondentUSA
    • Ben is exceptionally intelligent and has a strong command of the CFIUS regulations. He understands how things fit in and can apply that knowledge to real world transactions. His analytical strength is unmatched.

      International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite respondentUSA
  • 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 is responsive, detail-oriented and very technically capable on all sanctions matters we have brought to him.

      International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite respondentUSA

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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