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Kirkland & Ellis

Sanctions

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Kirkland & Ellis

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Sanctions - UK-wide

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Kirkland & Ellis has a reputable International Trade & National Security group that offers sanctions expertise between the USA, Europe and Asia. The group advises clients across industries, including private equity and asset management, among others.

Strengths

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  • Kirkland & Ellis are practical and pragmatic.

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  • Kirkland & Ellis provide very responsive and solution-oriented advice.

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  • Kirkland & Ellis provide a combination of clear analysis delivered in a timely manner.

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  • Kirkland & Ellis have good understanding in the commercial context across various sanctions regimes.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Marcus Thompson
    Band 3Marcus Thompson

    Marcus Thompson

    Marcus Thompson is a part of Kirkland & Ellis's government and internal investigations practice. Thompson leverages his experiences in government and in-house to advise large multinationals across industries on sanctions compliance, including financial crime risk and export controls.

    • He has an ability to distil reams of regulations into digestible summaries that are tailored to the specific facts.

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    • Marcus knows the industry and has a very good client focus.

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    • Marcus provides insightful advice in a timely manner.

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    • Marcus has excellent technical knowledge in this area and is well versed in handling complex, multi-jurisdictional sanctions queries.

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  • Up and ComingEdward Z Malcolm
    Up and ComingEdward Z Malcolm

    Edward Z Malcolm

    Edward Malcolm regularly assists clients on export controls and compliance issues.

    • Ed is a highly skilled professional with a very strong business acumen. His advice is smart and very pragmatic.

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    • Ed's knowledge in this area is massive. His confidence in this subject also allows us to feel confident that we are making informed decisions.

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    • It's always a pleasure working with Ed, who provides insightful advice in a timely manner.

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