International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 3
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+1 202 663 8000About
Provided by Pillsbury
Pillsbury’s International Trade practice is known for its sophisticated work on export controls, sanctions, CFIUS reviews, international trade agreements, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and customs compliance.
Combining in-depth knowledge of trade measures with a nuanced understanding of the related political, policy and diplomatic context, we provide clients with the full range of legal services related to regulation of international trade and investment.
Our International Trade lawyers assist clients with matters including: export controls and embargoes; regulation of foreign investment; customs compliance and enforcement; FCPA compliance; the interpretation of international trade agreements; litigation, arbitration and settlement of trade disputes; trade remedy proceedings (such as antidumping investigations); and trade issues. Experienced in resolving a multitude of trade-related problems, we offer practical, strategic and effective advice to clients from a wide variety of industries, including computer hardware and software, aerospace, defense, semiconductors, financial institutions, satellite services, energy, agriculture, chemicals, steel, travel, automotive, and electronics. We regularly team with lawyers in the firm’s other practice areas to assure comprehensive service and the deep understanding of our clients’ industries and technologies needed to tailor solutions to help clients accomplish both their immediate and long-term goals.
Chambers Review
Pillsbury has a broad international trade offering, excelling in economic sanctions and export controls work. The firm is adept at handling OFAC licensing issues and has expertise that covers issues relating to Cuba and Venezuela. The team regularly handles CFIUS reviews on behalf of clients from a range of sectors. The firm is experienced in advising clients on trade remedies and policy matters.
Work Highlights
- Pillsbury acted as outside US counsel to the Government of Mexico on WTO and NAFTA matters relating to trade remedies proceedings, international investment arbitrations and more.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Pillsbury provides thorough and timely responses."
"The firm is able to leverage true market experts for some of the trickiest markets on earth."
"The Pillsbury team understands the complexities and impacts resulting from sanctions and export controls."
"Pillsbury provides thorough and timely responses."
"The firm is able to leverage true market experts for some of the trickiest markets on earth."
"The Pillsbury team understands the complexities and impacts resulting from sanctions and export controls."
Notable Practitioners
Christopher Wall maintains a leading export controls and economic sanctions practice. He often works with companies in the aerospace sector.
"Christopher is highly analytical, incredibly responsive, and his knowledge of the sanctions regimes is top notch."
"He is terrific and gives excellent opinions."
Nancy Fischer has a broad trade practice that sees her work on trade controls and trade remedy matters. She also advises on CFIUS reviews.
"She is very experienced, she handles complex matters and you get a straight opinion from her about how to move forward."
"Nancy is always available, always helpful and very focused on the end result."
Stephan Becker heads the group's international trade practice, undertaking a host of work across the space. He provides counsel on compliance with export controls, economic sanctions and trade policy.
"He has a holistic approach and provides business-oriented advice."
"Stephan is a very smart and impressive attorney."
Aaron Hutman represents clients in numerous industries in export controls and economic sanctions matters. Industries include finance, defense and energy.
"Aaron is a fantastic lawyer. He leverages deep experience across a broad array of issues to deliver workable advice."
"Aaron is a unique, versatile and highly competent professional who promptly responds to queries."
Matthew Rabinowitz is noted for his skills in the CFIUS review process. He regularly handles China-related deals.
"Matt is very responsive and has a high level of expertise in CFIUS compliance."
"Matt provides great support in managing complex CFIUS filings with clear, practical guidance."
Ranked Lawyers at
Pillsbury
USA - Nationwide
Members
Provided by Pillsbury
Aaron Hutman
Benjamin Cote
Head of Department
Matthew Rabinowitz
Head of Department
Roya Motazedi
Head of Department
Stephanie Rosenberg
Toochi Ngwangwa
Zachary Rozen
Industries
Provided by Pillsbury
CFIUS & Foreign Investment
Customs Compliance & Enforcement
Economic Sanctions & Embargoes
Export & Technology Transfer Controls
Foreign Corrupt Practices Act & Global Anti-Corruption
International Trade Agreements & Investment Treaties
Trade Remedy Proceedings