
International Trade: CFIUS Experts
Global Guide 2026 : USA
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Provided by Dechert LLP
Dechert’s international trade and government regulation team advises major companies, governments and financial institutions on the requirements and enforcement of international trade regulations affecting clients’ operations around the world. Our team of lawyers located in London and Washington, D.C. also counsels on investigative, preventive and remedial measures to help clients keep in compliance and successfully resolve breaches if they occur.
The multilingual team is uniquely qualified. It includes experienced lawyers; former national and multinational (EU) officials, including regulators, compliance officers and enforcement agents; trade negotiators; and political and public affairs advisers. This composition results in integrated legal, commercial and politically sensitive counsel and solutions.
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Strengths
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Dechert CFIUS practice is collegial even when managing complex and contentious issues, which benefits its clients.
International Trade: CFIUS Experts respondentGlobalDechert is extremely responsive to time-sensitive questions.
International Trade: CFIUS Experts respondentGlobalDechert works collaboratively with a commercial mindset. It understands the regulations and process.
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Notable Practitioners
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Band 4 
Band 4 
Shannon Reaves
Shannon Reaves is particularly experienced in handling Exon-Florio reviews. He regularly advises technology companies and investment funds on CFIUS clearance.
Shannon Reaves does a good job delivering advice on complex law in a simplistic way.
International Trade: CFIUS Experts respondentGlobalShannon Reaves brings a sense of competency that makes you feel like you're in great hands.
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Up and Coming 
Up and Coming 
Hrishikesh Hari
Hrishikesh Hari of Dechert LLP is an up-and-coming practitioner in the CFIUS space. He is noted for his experience advising foreign investors and domestic sellers with respect to managing CFIUS risks.
Hrishikesh Hari is collaborative and practical in his approach.
International Trade: CFIUS Experts respondentGlobalHrishikesh Hari is very sharp and good at honing in on the relevant details.
International Trade: CFIUS Experts respondentGlobalHrishikesh Hari is really technical and sharp, super responsive, thoughtful and commercial.
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