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International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
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Dorsey's International Trade practice advises large and small companies on the legal aspects of importing and exporting goods and services to and from the United States. This includes export licensing proceedings and compliance, intellectual property issues, Exon-Florio concerns, U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act compliance, health and safety regulations and compliance with SEC and stock exchange rules for non-U.S. issuer securities listing on U.S. stock exchanges.
The International Trade practice group at Dorsey assists clients with issues before the U.S. International Trade Commission, the U.S. Departments of Commerce and Justice, U.S. Customs and Border Protection and other federal agencies that deal with international trade regulation and in related appeals before the U.S. Court of International Trade and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.
Dorsey provides counsel on:
- Export control and economic sanctions laws and regulations
- Intellectual property trade enforcement proceedings
- Trade policy and legislation
- Customs compliance and enforcement
- FCPA compliance
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Work Highlights
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Dorsey & Whitney represented Airspan Networks in its acquisition of certain
assets of Corning Optical Communications, including its wireless business
comprising Radio Access Network equipment and Distributed Antenna System
equipment.
Strengths
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The firm is highly experienced and is always thinking about strategy. The team is very good at communicating.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSADorsey & Whitney illustrate exceptional expertise, combined with a unique ability to explain complex issues to individuals throughout our organization.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSA
Notable Practitioners
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Band 5 
Band 5 Lawrence Ward
Lawrence Ward is experienced in both export controls and economic sanctions and is noted for his expertise in the technology sector. Larry is exceptional in his knowledge, expertise and responsiveness.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSA
Band 5 
Band 5 Justin T Huff
Justin Huff assists clients with CFIUS reviews. His clients include technology companies and private equity firms.
Ranked Individuals at Dorsey & Whitney LLP (3)
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Lawrence Ward
International Trade: CFIUS Experts
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International Trade: CFIUS Experts
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International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
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