International Trade/WTO

Steptoe & Johnson's international trade law team maintains a leading presence across the Asia-Pacific region and is especially well regarded for its work on major WTO disputes. The firm serves an impressive list of clients that includes industry associations, governments and well-known international corporations. The team is well known for its work on high-profile US-China and EU-China cases, and active on matters with Korean, Indian and Australian elements. The group frequently acts for manufacturers and companies in the technology and energy sectors. Key clients include Simpson Manufacturing, China Chamber of Commerce for Imports & Exports of Machinery & Electronics and Shanghai JA Solar PV Technology.

"Steptoe & Johnson is one of the best firms in this practice area. The team have very in-depth expertise and profound experience in handling international trade cases related to China. They are very responsive and provide practical solutions to clients in complex matters."

"Steptoe & Johnson is the top firm we use for WTO, anti-dumping, sanctions compliance and regulatory matters. The work is very high quality."

Steptoe & Johnson advised Wego Chemical Group on an anti-dumping investigation and related suspension proceedings carried out by the European Commission with respect to imports of PVA from China.

Susan Esserman is a highly respected trade lawyer who regularly handles US-China trade issues and advises on anti-dumping work across Asia-Pacific. She is based in Washington, DC.

Eric Emerson in Washington, DC has a strong track record of advising on US-China DOC and ITC investigations and disputes. He has a wealth of experience handling trade remedy proceedings. "Eric is simply the best I've ever worked with. He is very detail-oriented and yet very inspiring and creative in finding solutions for clients." "Eric is very kind and responsive. He knows how to serve Asian clients."