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International Trade: CFIUS Experts - USA - Nationwide

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper LLP works with clients on a range of trade control matters both domestically and internationally. The firm frequently guides clients through CFIUS reviews. The team's expertise covers a range of sectors, including technology and finance.

Work Highlights

  • DLA Piper assisted CBC Global Ammunition in managing filings in several jurisdictions in their acquisition of 27% of Colt CZ Group, a producer of firearms and ammunition globally.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Elyssa Kutner
4
Band 4

Elyssa Kutner of DLA Piper is able to advise her clients on all aspects of US customer law and import compliance, including free trade agreements, duty preference programs and trade enforcement actions.

She is truly an outstanding practitioner in the customs space, and I recognize her as a formidable competitor.

Elyssa is a fantastic partner who brings a host of experience and is responsive to unique business challenges.

Elyssa Kutner goes above and beyond in trying to understand the business, creating the best legal argument while thinking about the business.

Nicholas Klein
4
Nicholas Klein
4
Band 4

Nicholas Klein is co-chair of the firm's CFIUS and global FDI practice. He capably advises both domestic and foreign clients on CFIUS concerns.

Nick is invaluable. He is a tremendous partner who is dedicated to our long-term success.

Nicholas is a steady hand at the wheel.

Nicholas provides excellent client service and deep domain knowledge, coupled with great industry knowledge.

Christine Daya
5
Christine Daya
5
Band 5

Christine Daya is co-chair of the firms national security and global trade practice, and global co-chair of the CFIUS and FDI practice. She regularly advises both domestic and international clients on a range of CFIUS matters.

Christine stands out for exceptional strategic judgment and the ability to translate complex legal and regulatory issues into clear, actionable business decisions. She brings deep experience in our area of interest, particularly in CIFUS regulatory compliance.

Christine is able to see through the woods and get to the business needs quickly. She translates her legal expertise to business needs.

Maria Alejandra (Jana) del-Cerro
5
Maria Alejandra (Jana) del-Cerro
5
Band 5

Maria Alejandra del-Cerro represents clients on all aspects of export compliance. She has experience in representing client before the Department of State, Commerce and Treasury on matters concerning economic controls and sanctions.

Maria's advice is very practical and she has deep expertise.

Jana is such an excellent strategic partner to our business. She brings a keen business sense that is critical to having a real value-add impact for our business.

Leonard Yoo
Leonard Yoo
Associates to watch

Leonard Yoo is an associate with noted capability in the CFIUS space. Leonard has considerable experience in national security matters.

Leonard has a client-first mindset. He moves quickly and with purpose on his matters, applying the experience he gained in the Department of the Treasury.

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USA - Nationwide

International Trade: CFIUS Experts

Nicholas Klein
4
Nicholas Klein
4
Band 4
Christine Daya
5
Christine Daya
5
Band 5
Leonard Yoo
Leonard Yoo
Associates to watch
International Trade: Customs

4
Elyssa Kutner
4
Band 4
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions

Maria Alejandra (Jana) del-Cerro
5
Maria Alejandra (Jana) del-Cerro
5
Band 5