International Trade/WTO
Europe Guide 2024 : Europe-wide
Band 2
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Chambers Review
White & Case benefits from a broad trade law offering spread across Geneva, Brussels and London, and works closely with its Washington, DC office. The lawyers have extensive experience in trade defence matters on behalf of steel industry clients, having acted on the complainant side of highlight mandates including the EU's steel safeguard investigation. The firm acts for chemical producers and other industrial clients in investigations carried out by trade authorities. Well-reputed lawyers in Geneva advise key government clients and corporate third parties on WTO disputes. The White & Case trade team earns further praise for its capacity to handle both global sanctions compliance matters and diverse customs matters, including disputes over the customs classification of key products.
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"The partners are able to be flexible, and are highly responsive and very proactive. They bring attention to changing situations and have deep knowledge of the subject matter."
"The partners are able to be flexible, and are highly responsive and very proactive. They bring attention to changing situations and have deep knowledge of the subject matter."
Notable Practitioners
Jasper Wauters handles WTO disputes for governments relating to the import of key products, as well as Brexit-related trade agreements. He is further active on customs and anti-dumping matters.
James Killick handles anti-dumping and safeguarding matters for global chemical and manufacturing companies. He also acts on behalf of the European steel industry on a range of issues arising from the USA's imposition of tariffs on the importation of steel.
"He is easy to work with, knows his field and gets results. He is a seasoned international trade expert."
Charles Julien is active in negotiations concerning FTA and WTO disputes, with further expertise in anti-dumping investigations. His clients include state governments and trade associations, as well as steel and petrochemical companies.
"He showed a great level of commercial awareness and ability to handle all the complexities of the industry."
Sara Nordin handles sanctions and customs issues, as well as assisting with trade compliance. She has further expertise in anti-dumping matters and WTO proceedings.
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