International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: Highly Regarded
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
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Chambers Review
Kirkland & Ellis has strong capabilities in guiding clients through CFIUS reviews. The team regularly works with leading financial institutions and US-based manufacturers. The firm frequently advises clients on compliance with complex OFAC and EAR regulations.
Work Highlights
- Kirkland & Ellis led the CFIUS process for Brookfield Infrastructure's 49% investment in expanding Intel's semiconductor operations in Arizona.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team is extremely strong when it comes to responsiveness."
"The lawyers have very deep knowledge of international trade."
"Kirkland & Ellis have a very nuanced ability to deal with complex situations."
"The team is extremely strong when it comes to responsiveness."
"The lawyers have very deep knowledge of international trade."
"Kirkland & Ellis have a very nuanced ability to deal with complex situations."
Notable Practitioners
Ivan Schlager is viewed as a leading name in the CFIUS space. He acts across a range of industries including manufacturers, technology companies and others.
"Ivan is an exceptional lawyer. He is very commercial, very well connected and informed."
"Ivan is very collegial, knowledgeable and effective."
Lucille Hague is a rising star at the firm and gains widespread praise for her expertise in the CFIUS space.
"Lucille is a really good attorney. She is great to work with and very collegial."
"She knows the regulations and is very practical."
Mario Mancuso has substantial knowledge of the CFIUS space, supported by a deep understanding of export controls and economic sanctions.
"Mario is a very strong and very experienced attorney."
"Mario is fantastic; he is deeply experienced and respected in the field."
Ranked Lawyers at
Kirkland & Ellis
USA - Nationwide