International Trade/WTO - Europe-wide
What the team is known for
Steptoe & Johnson's Brussels-based trade team assists with CJEU appeals against the implementation of trade remedies and investigations. The law firm attracts attention for its ability to coordinate customs disputes across multiple jurisdictions through a network of connected firms. Steptoe & Johnson also advises on EU and US sanctions compliance mandates. Its clientele includes governments, ministries and associations in eastern Asia.
Strengths
"They are very responsive and their advice was very reliable."
"Steptoe & Johnson have very strong management of complex matters within tight deadlines."
Notable practitioners
Renato Antonini acts for foreign exporters on EU trade defence and export control and sanctions matters. "He is great on European trade matters and is a go-to for us. He is responsive and takes a practical approach."
Eva Monard handles WTO and EU disputes, as well as anti-dumping investigations. She further assists clients with export control and sanctions matters. "She is very precise and sometimes understands what we need before I have actually mentioned the problem - she anticipates the issues and my questions sometimes. It is easy to work with her."
