International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 1
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Provided by Hogan Lovells
Hogan Lovells’ premier international trade practice has been providing international trade and investment advice for over 45 years. We offer effective, informed advice on trade policy, legislation, compliance and enforcement, litigation, and administrative proceedings. With more than 45 offices across the globe, we are one of the few legal practices that can handle large, varied, and complex trade matters in every major world market. Our clients rely on us to handle issues such as export and import controls, economic sanctions, anti-bribery rules, foreign direct investment, trade agreement negotiations, and anti-dumping and subsidy cases.
Our lawyers and advisors have helped bring leadership to international trade initiatives for several decades. These include negotiations and disputes under the World Trade Organization (WTO), North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), Brexit, and other bilateral, multilateral, and regional agreements. Our strong relationship with regulators enables us to provide a unique insight into regulatory expectations, both generally and in the context of investigations. Many of our international trade lawyers previously occupied leadership positions within the relevant government agencies and we maintain regular contact with all the relevant United States (U.S.), European Union (EU), and other agencies.
To learn more about our practice, please visit hoganlovells.com.
Chambers Review
Hogan Lovells has a formidable team offering in-depth knowledge of export controls and economic sanctions. The firm's expertise spans issues relating to UAVs, nuclear energy and 3-D printing. The team is considered the first port of call for many when it comes to trade remedies and policy issues, ably handling overseas matters given its extensive global footprint. Hogan Lovells is also adept at advising on the CFIUS review process, and frequently advises biotechnology and defense companies.
Work Highlights
- Hogan Lovells successfully represented Kinder Morgan in recouping over $75 million in Section 232 tariffs on certain steel pipe imports.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team always provides excellent service levels and responsiveness."
"Hogan's ability to handle complex matters is exceptional."
"They clearly understand our business and are very aware of changes in the industry, which they keep their clients informed on."
"The team always provides excellent service levels and responsiveness."
"Hogan's ability to handle complex matters is exceptional."
"They clearly understand our business and are very aware of changes in the industry, which they keep their clients informed on."
Notable Practitioners
Beth Peters maintains a leading trade controls practice, advising on export controls and economic sanctions. She advises a host of clients, including financial institutions and universities.
"Beth is a leading lawyer and very experienced in regulatory work."
"Beth is very impressive. She is a go-to attorney to reach out to."
Anne Salladin advises clients on CFIUS reviews. She often works with companies in the technology, defense and aerospace sectors.
"She is extremely well versed in CFIUS and provides tailored advice to her clients."
"Anne has great professional relationships with CFIUS. She is very experienced, responsive and knows the regulations."
Deen Kaplan focuses on assisting clients with trade remedy litigation. He often handles Canadian matters.
"Deen has outstanding knowledge, client service and an ability to develop strategies."
"Deen is a very skilled and helpful practitioner."
Brian Curran advises a wealth of clients on CFIUS-related issues. He regularly works with companies in the life sciences, aerospace and technology sectors.
"His technical knowledge and commercial awareness sets him apart."
"Brian knew what was needed to get the job done quickly, efficiently and to a high standard."
Ajay Kuntamukkala handles a range of export controls and economic sanctions matters. He frequently advises on China-related issues.
"Ajay is very knowledgeable, keeps his clients informed and has good relationships with OFAC."
"Ajay has very deep experience and can provide counsel on many complex technical questions."
Aleksandar Dukic has broad experience assisting with complex sanctions issues. He works with a range of national and international companies.
"Aleksandar is very knowledgeable and has a wealth of experience. He is grounded, efficient and always gives practical advice."
Craig Lewis is noted for his abilities in antidumping and countervailing duty cases. He also counsels clients on customs compliance matters.
"Craig does an excellent job in addressing matters in a clear and concise way."
"Craig is a very skilled attorney."
Jonathan Stoel works with clients such as producers and exporters on a host of trade remedy disputes. He often handles matters at the WTO and the DOC.
"Jonathan always provides a wealth of information and is great at explaining complicated scenarios in a clear manner."
"He has amazing written skills as well as great relationships across the board."
Stephen Propst comes recommended for his highly regarded exports and sanctions practice. He works with both domestic and international clients.
"Stephen is adept at understanding the problem and quickly spots issues and solutions."
"Stephen is strong and knowledgeable in this space."
Jared Wessel handles a range of trade remedy work. He regularly works with clients on antidumping and countervailing duty proceedings.
"Jared has extremely strong technical skills and deep trade relationships."
"Jared is a great attorney."
Warren Maruyama is well known for handling trade policy matters. He regularly advises clients on free trade negotiations, among other matters.
"Warren has a really good understanding of trade policy."
Zachary Alvarez assists clients with CFIUS-related matters including mitigation agreements and foreign ownership review.
"Zach is knowledgeable and helpful in navigating CFIUS issues."