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International Trade: CFIUS Experts - USA - Nationwide

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Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Morrison Foerster has a well-regarded practice known for its deep experience handling CFIUS reviews. Its expertise also covers FIRRMA and FARA. The firm's client base includes high profile investment funds, which it regularly advises on export controls and economic sanctions issues.

Work Highlights

  • Morrison Foerster advised Salesforce on the CFIUS, foreign direct investment, and foreign ownership aspects of its acquisition of Informatica.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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John E Smith
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John E Smith
1
Band 1
John Smith has a well-rounded economic sanctions-based practice. He brings to bear over a decade of experience working as a director at OFAC.

John is our go-to person on complex sanctions and export controls because of his pragmatism and risk-based approach.

John is a widely recognized professional. He is easy to work with, attentive and top-notch.

John is brilliant and really thoughtful. He brings the right level of gravitas and touch.

John is a leading industry expert.

Charles Capito
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Charles Capito
3
Band 3
Charles Capito routinely counsels clients on a range of trade issues. He is especially known for guiding clients on CFIUS risk and the approval process.

Charles is very level-headed and has a very strong understanding of the technical aspects of CFIUS rules and regulations. His advice is fine tuned to our risk profile.

Charles is an excellent lawyer who is very careful, thoughtful analytically and has good judgment.

Brandon Van Grack
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Brandon Van Grack
4
Band 4

Brandon Van Grack has a strong practice on the national security side of trade, assisting clients with sanctions, export controls and foreign investments.

Brandon is a terrific lawyer that knows the issues and brings a diverse perspective to these issues.

Brandon's forward-leaning and practical perspective is appreciated. He learnt our company very well and effectively flags issues.

Brandon has terrific judgment and is sharp and commercial in his advice. He is a strong advocate and phenomenal lawyer before the agencies.

James Brower
5
James Brower
5
Band 5
James Brower frequently guides clients through matters relating to CFIUS and national security.

James has in-depth knowledge of CFIUS processes and is very pleasant to work with.

James is very transparent, easy to work with and goal-oriented.

James has really deep subject matter expertise. He has a thoughtful and strategic approach. He communicates complex matters in a simple way.

Ranked Lawyers at
Morrison Foerster

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USA - Nationwide

International Trade: CFIUS Experts

Charles Capito
3
Charles Capito
3
Band 3
James Brower
5
James Brower
5
Band 5
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions

John E Smith
1
John E Smith
1
Band 1
Brandon Van Grack
4
Brandon Van Grack
4
Band 4