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K&L Gates

Transportation: Shipping/Maritime: Regulatory

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K&L Gates

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Transportation: Shipping/Maritime: Regulatory - USA - Nationwide

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
K&L Gates is well regarded for work in a range of areas related to regulatory compliance in the shipping space, including safety, environmental and Jones Act rules. It has expertise representing a domestic and international client base before the FMC, the Coast Guard and other federal agencies. The firm is particularly well known for advising on legislative strategy. It is also known for acting on antitrust issues and export restrictions, in addition to increased activity advising clients on infrastructure developments and their associated regulatory concerns. The team represents significant cruise operators, maritime coalitions, port interests and tanker operations.
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Work Highlights

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  • K&L Gates represented Pacific Seafood Processors Association in various policy, regulatory and legislative matters.

Strengths

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  • K&L Gates have a long track record of success and results for clientele and the industry.

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  • They have incredible technical and legal expertise.

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  • K&L Gates bring strengths that define true leadership in the Jones Act arena including, but not limited to, deep subject-matter expertise, real-time political intelligence and coalition coordination.

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  • K&L Gates have a wide bench of expertise, good relationships with federal policymakers and good judgment.

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  • K&L Gates is well equipped to provide strategy, prepare complex technical filings and achieve favorable results for our business.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Emanuel L Rouvelas
    Emanuel L Rouvelas

    Emanuel L Rouvelas

    Emanuel Rouvelas is highly thought of for advising on all aspects of US and foreign legislation related to international trade and maritime law. International shipping companies benefit from his decades of experience at the forefront of US maritime policy.

    • Emanuel is both a legend and a class act. He commands great respect while remaining humble; I always enjoy our interactions.

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    • Emanuel represents everything you would want in a lobbyist or representative.

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  • Mark Ruge
    Mark Ruge

    Mark Ruge

    Mark Ruge is acknowledged for his knowledge of maritime policy, often appearing before Congress on behalf of significant maritime industry interests.

    • Mark is a premier admiralty lawyer and lobbyist in the US with a very strong national reputation.

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    • Mark is very good on Great Lakes and Jones Act issues.

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    • Mark is a hard worker, can look at the big picture and use his keen eye to make insightful and specific recommendations.

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    • Mark is a hands-on professional who provides top-notch service.

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  • Michael Scanlon
    Michael Scanlon

    Michael Scanlon

    Michael Scanlon provides regulatory counseling shipping companies and cruise operators, among other clients in the maritime sector. He regularly deals with the Federal Maritime Commission and other regulatory agencies.

    • Michael is knowledgeable, strategic and extremely skilled at written and verbal communication on complex policy areas.

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Ranked Individuals at K&L Gates (3)

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    Emanuel L Rouvelas

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    Mark Ruge

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    Michael Scanlon

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