About

Provided by Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, LLP

From multinational corporations with complex supply chains and global investments to small businesses looking to grow and manage operations on an international scale, we provide clients with experienced regulatory, policy and compliance counsel needed to navigate the evolving international trade landscape and pursue opportunities in the global marketplace with confidence. With professionals who are authorities in import compliance, export controls, trade sanctions, national security, trade remedies and international trade policy, we provide effective, cost-conscious legal advice on a wide variety of regulatory, policy and compliance matters to help you develop strategies that grow your investments and enhance your success by minimizing duties, maximizing compliance, and working toward an uninterrupted supply chain and seamless cross-border transactions. Additionally, when litigation proves advantageous or unavoidable, our experienced litigators stand ready to pursue the strategy needed for success. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures you have all you need to thrive on an international scale.

Chambers Review

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International Trade: Customs - USA - Nationwide

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Faegre Drinker has a broad trade practice, experienced in acting on a range of customs issues. The team is adept at handling CBP compliance matters. Its clients include transportation companies and electronics retailers.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Kathleen Murphy
3
Kathleen Murphy
3
Band 3
Kathleen Murphy sits in the firm's Chicago office and handles a range of customs matters. She regularly advises corporate clients on compliance matters, among others.

Kathleen Murphy has always been a great and trusted adviser to us.

William Randolph Rucker
3
William Randolph Rucker
3
Band 3
William Randolph Rucker is recommended for his customs work, advising global and multinational clients on litigation and regulatory compliance, among other areas.

William Randolph Rucker is extremely knowledgeable in all areas of global trade.

William has increased our knowledge a huge amount, he fulfils this to a great degree and is extremely helpful.

William is a very creative advocate and can fashion really great legal arguments that have been very successful.

James Sawyer
4
James Sawyer
4
Band 4
James Sawyer works with clients on a host of customs matters. He often advises on tariff classification and valuation issues, among other mandates.
Mollie Sitkowski
4
Mollie Sitkowski
4
Band 4
Mollie Sitkowski counsels clients on the full range of import and export issues. She has extensive experience handling matters concerning classification and rules of origin.

Mollie Sitkowski has enormous energy and enthusiasm in solving complex problems, and also brings deep knowledge and confidence.

Mollie Sitkowski has excellent in-depth knowledge in interpreting import and export regulations.

Nicolas Guzman
4
Nicolas Guzman
4
Band 4
Nicolas Guzman works on a variety of customs matters. He often handles tariff classification and country of origin work.

Nicolas Guzman is highly reliable and is an experienced international trade attorney.

Douglas Heffner
5
Douglas Heffner
5
Band 5

Douglas Heffner is recommended for his expertise in international trade regulation and litigation, with extensive experience in antidumping and countervailing duty counseling.

Douglas Heffner is very responsive and proactive.

Douglas Heffner in incredibly experienced in anti-dumping and does a great job advising us in handling those proceedings.

Carrie Connolly
U
Carrie Connolly
U
Up and Coming

Carrie Connolly is an up-and-coming partner who specializes in trade remedy proceedings and litigation.

Christopher Monahan
U
Christopher Monahan
U
Up and Coming

Christopher Monahan advises a broad range of clients in navigating sanctions and export controls programs.

Chris is fantastic in his command of international trade issues, is resourceful and responsive.

Chris works hard to develop and maintain relationships, to build trust and confidence.

Chris is an excellent lawyer that takes the time to understand the request for guidance and work through issues with the client.

Ranked Lawyers at
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, LLP

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USA - Nationwide

International Trade: Customs

Kathleen Murphy
3
Kathleen Murphy
3
Band 3
William Randolph Rucker
3
William Randolph Rucker
3
Band 3
James Sawyer
4
James Sawyer
4
Band 4
Mollie Sitkowski
4
Mollie Sitkowski
4
Band 4
Nicolas Guzman
4
Nicolas Guzman
4
Band 4
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions

Christopher Monahan
U
Christopher Monahan
U
Up and Coming
International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy

Douglas Heffner
5
Douglas Heffner
5
Band 5
Carrie Connolly
U
Carrie Connolly
U
Up and Coming