International Trade: CFIUS Experts - USA
What the team is known for
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.
Strengths
"Kirkland & Ellis works on large, sophisticated CFIUS matters and understands the regulations and various nuances well."
"The team is always available and responsive. They understand the nature of transactions and the time pressures associated with them."
"The team does a fantastic job on complex work."
Work highlights
Kirkland & Ellis represented Blackstone and its portfolio company Blue Yonder in connection with the CFIUS application for Blackstone's sale of Blue Yonder to Panasonic Corporation.
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 delivers the highest level of service and is a pleasure to work with." "Ivan is very good and has great regulatory expertise." "Ivan is extraordinarily responsive and especially accommodating."
Mario Mancuso has a substantial knowledge of the CFIUS space, supported by a deep understanding of export controls and economic sanctions. "Mario is incredibly experienced in many areas of trade controls." "Mario has deep knowledge of the CFIUS process, and is very practical and commercial." "He is excellent at his subject matter."
Lucille Hague is a rising star at the firm and gains widespread praise for her expertise in the CFIUS space. "She is talented, very hard-working and knows the ins and outs very well." "Lucille is a fantastic attorney." "Luci is my go-to on CFIUS matters."
