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Pillsbury

International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy

USA Guide 2026 : USA - Nationwide


Pillsbury

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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.

Industries (7)

  • Customs Compliance & Enforcement
  • Economic Sanctions & Embargoes
  • Export & Technology Transfer Controls
  • Foreign Corrupt Practices Act & Global Anti-Corruption
  • International Trade Agreements & Investment Treaties
  • CFIUS & Foreign Investment
  • Trade Remedy Proceedings

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International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy - USA - Nationwide

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For
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

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  • Pillsbury represented Techpoint, a fabless semiconductor company, in its $390 million acquisition by ASMedia Technology. The firm provided CFIUS guidance, including filing a joint voluntary notice in connection with the transaction and receiving clearance from CFIUS.

Strengths

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  • Pillsbury's collaborative approach is invaluable in navigating complex regulatory requirements. They are quick to engage, diligent in their follow-through, and meticulous in ensuring that every detail is addressed. This combination of accessibility and rigor provides a level of confidence and clarity that is rare in the industry.

    International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
  • Pillsbury’s international trade team stands out for its deep subject matter expertise, responsiveness and practical understanding. The team’s ability to combine legal precision with commercial awareness makes them a trusted and effective partner in navigating complex export control and sanctions matters.

    International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
  • Pillsbury really understands the needs and challenges of our company and provides concrete, practical advice. The team is very experienced and very well equipped to handle high stakes, complex and sophisticated matters.

    International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
  • Pillsbury's thorough understanding of our industry helps them navigate a quickly changing and complex legal landscape. They are well-versed in helping companies with assessing the risks and finding practical mitigations.

    International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
  • Pillsbury has a capable and well-rounded trade team with strong coverage across export controls, sanctions and trade remedies. It combines technical skill with an understanding of the strategic and geopolitical dimensions. They bring rigor and sound judgment to sophisticated issues.

    International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Christopher R Wall
    Band 1Christopher R Wall

    Christopher R Wall

    Christopher Wall maintains a leading export controls and economic sanctions practice. He often works with companies in the aerospace sector.
    • Chris has unparalleled knowledge, analysis, access and judgment. He brings that rare quality of a sophisticated understanding of how both commercial and governmental actions affect our business.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
    • Chris is the premier expert in international trade with a strong understanding of our industry. He is invaluable to the business, and incredibly thoughtful and practical with his advice.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
    • Chris provides reassuring, expert advice on CFIUS and maintains a level head in even the most complex transactions.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
  • Band 2Daniel Porter
    Band 2Daniel Porter

    Daniel Porter

    Daniel Porter handles the full spectrum of trade disputes. He acts on behalf of international and domestic-based clients.
    • Daniel is dedicated and prepared to fight. He helps us be nimble and respond to the uncertainty of the trade environment.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
    • Dan is energetic and has deep commercial awareness. He is always able to keenly identify customer needs and provide strategic advice.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
    • Daniel knows the area upside down. He knows what does and doesn't work. He does a lot of outside the box thinking which yields great results.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
  • Band 5Nancy A Fischer
    Band 5Nancy A Fischer

    Nancy A Fischer

    Nancy Fischer has a broad trade practice that sees her work on trade controls and trade remedy matters. She also advises on CFIUS reviews.
    • Nancy is extremely helpful with global trade issues and provides practical, risk-based advice.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
    • Nancy is an experienced advisor who can explain legal concepts to non-professionals well. She is approachable, responsive and gives balanced advice.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
  • Band 3Aaron Hutman
    Band 3Aaron Hutman

    Aaron Hutman

    Aaron Hutman represents clients in numerous industries in export controls and economic sanctions matters. Industries include finance, defense and energy.
    • Aaron has a very rare, truly global understanding and perspective. His talent helps us make the most informed decisions.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
    • Aaron has technical knowledge and fully understands our business.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
    • Aaron combines deep regulatory expertise with a clear understanding of commercial realities. His advice is strategically useful. He is notably responsive and pragmatic, and particularly valuable in time-sensitive situations.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
    • Aaron is incredibly helpful on key trade issues.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
  • Band 4James Durling
    Band 4James Durling

    James Durling

    James Durling is recommended for his strength in trade remedies litigation. He has extensive experience in working for foreign governments and manufacturers.
    • James is exceptional and very sharp.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
  • Band 4Matthew McCullough
    Band 4Matthew McCullough

    Matthew McCullough

    Matthew McCullough acts in antidumping and countervailing duty proceedings, and frequently works with national governments. He splits his time between the firm's DC and Geneva offices.
    • Matt is passionate and has an in-depth understanding of the law. He is a go-to for sophisticated issues.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
    • Matt is a well-established, well-respected and hard-fighting attorney,

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
    • Matt has vast knowledge of different trade issues and can give very fast and accurate advice.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
  • Band 5Stephan E Becker
    Band 5Stephan E Becker

    Stephan E Becker

    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.
    • Stephen is extremely specialized. He has a skill of going into a very sophisticated problem and explaining it very easily.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
    • Stephen is an outstanding lawyer with in-depth industry knowledge and a very solution-oriented mindset.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
    • Stephen has extensive experience. He has top drawer analytical skills and is technically and strategically very good.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
    • Stephen understands our business quicker and faster than anyone else. He tailors his counsel and instills confidence every time he gives an answer.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
  • Band 5Matthew Rabinowitz
    Band 5Matthew Rabinowitz

    Matthew Rabinowitz

    Matthew Rabinowitz is noted for his skills in the CFIUS review process. He regularly handles China-related deals.
    • Matt provides strong and consistent support on complex trade controls issues across multiple jurisdictions.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
    • Matthew provides truly exceptional support demonstrating deep expertise in navigating complex CFIUS matters. He is clear, comprehensive and consistently practical.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
    • Matt really understands the client's position and takes a very holistic view.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
    • Matt has a sharp legal mind with impressive industry understanding.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
    • Matt is excellent at providing practical advice. He has a very good understanding of our industry.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
  • Up and ComingZachary Rozen
    Up and ComingZachary Rozen

    Zachary Rozen

    Zachary Rozen has considerable expertise in international trade matters and regularly represents a broad array of clients in CFIUS reviews.

    • Zach is always responsive and well versed in our business.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
    • Zach provides high quality and business-minded advice.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
    • Zach is great to work with and is able to render comprehensive advice at short notice.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA
    • Zach is friendly, responsive and explains legal concepts well.

      International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy respondentUSA

Ranked Individuals at Pillsbury (12)

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    Christopher R Wall

    International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions

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    Nancy A Fischer

    International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions

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    Aaron Hutman

    International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions

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    Stephan E Becker

    International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions

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    Daniel Porter

    International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy

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    James Durling

    International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy

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    Matthew McCullough

    International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy

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  • Profile image of Nancy A Fischer

    Nancy A Fischer

    International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy

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  • Profile image of Stephan E Becker

    Stephan E Becker

    International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy

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