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Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: Highly Regarded

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Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

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International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: Highly Regarded - USA - Nationwide

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Orrick advises clients on the gamut of compliance issues including OFAC and EAR matters. The firm regularly represents US-based manufacturers, technology companies and energy companies, among others. Additionally, the team advises a range of clients on the CFIUS aspects of major transactions.

Work Highlights

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  • Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP advised the Venezuela Creditor Committee on the economic sanctions aspects regarding the restructuring of approximately $150 billion of government debt.

Strengths

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  • The firm is well-versed and conversant on detailed and complex export and sanctions regulation interpretations.

    International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
  • Orrick's lawyers are very smart and creative and have excellent judgment. They have keen senses of how the agencies operate and how they will view the client's matter. They look to find solutions and opportunities and always account for business realities and constraints in a sophisticated and helpful way.

    International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
  • Orrick consistently provides excellent negotiation and drafting skills and always works with clients to resolve difficult transactional and institutional issues. The team maintains a high quality of service even in the face of unruly deadlines and multiple time zones.

    International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
  • Orrick has lawyers with expertise across a wide variety of economic sanctions and export controls laws across the globe. They distill really complex issues down to its most basic elements, making our decision making process easier and faster. Their guidance is consistently practical and well-considered.

    International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
  • Orrick's staff uses critical thinking skills and knowledge of export controls and sanctions to assist multinational companies in navigating the complex and ever-changing global trade landscape.

    International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: Highly Regarded respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Jeanine McGuinness
    Band 3Jeanine McGuinness

    Jeanine McGuinness

    Jeanine McGuinness is highlighted for her experience across the trade space. She regularly acts for clients on export controls, economic sanctions and CFIUS issues.
    • Jeanine is deeply experienced, very smart and service-focused, with keen commercial awareness and vision.

      International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
    • Jeanine got everything done in a precise and timely manner. Her demeanor is calm, collaborative and worked towards a strong outcome.

      International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
    • Jeanine is incredibly knowledgable.

      International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
    • Jeanine consistently provides accurate, expert advice and displays an ability to synthesize complex scenarios. She is truly impressive.

      International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
  • Band 4Harry L Clark
    Band 4Harry L Clark

    Harry L Clark

    Harry Clark is an experienced practitioner who handles export controls and economic sanctions work. He also regularly handles CFIUS reviews.
    • Harry is an essential component to our success. He is the ultimate business and legal partner.

      International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
    • Harry provides detailed, expert answers on his client's timeline and is pleasant and kind in all circumstances, including under pressure of deadlines.

      International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
    • Harry is incredibly trustworthy, knowledgable and practical. We go to him with our biggest stakes questions and get actionable, thoughtful advice.

      International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
    • Harry is extremely well-versed and knowledgeable. He always responds very quickly.

      International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: Highly Regarded respondentUSA

Ranked Individuals at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP (3)

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    Jeanine McGuinness

    International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions

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    Harry L Clark

    International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions

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