About

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Wiley's diverse International Trade practice is a leader in providing comprehensive legal solutions and expertise in Washington and global policy matters. We cover a wide range of trade law areas, including trade remedies, global trade policies, export controls, import regulations, economic sanctions, supply chains, and national security. With our extensive experience, we represent major global companies across industries such as steel, agriculture, energy, technology, and pharmaceuticals. We navigate the complex trade landscape, offering tailored solutions and anticipating key developments.


Our team is well-versed in assisting clients with emerging trade issues, working closely with pivotal federal and global agencies and courts, including USTR, DOC, DOD, State Department, and Treasury. With deep government knowledge and relationships, we drive business strategies and address regulatory challenges for our clients.

Chambers Review

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International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: Highly Regarded - USA - Nationwide
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Band 1
What the team is known for

Wiley has an accomplished team of attorneys best known for handling import relief, unfair trade and WTO proceedings. The firm is noted for its capabilities in representing petitioners. The team is also highly regarded for advising clients in the steel industry and works with entities in sectors such as renewable energy and agriculture. Wiley is experienced in handling trade control matters, including OFAC and ITAR issues.

Work Highlights

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  • Wiley assisted Nucor Corporation with filing over 10,000 objections to Section 232 steel exclusion requests.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Timothy C Brightbill
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Timothy C Brightbill
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Band 1

Timothy Brightbill handles a range of trade remedy litigation, including antidumping and countervailing duty disputes.

"Tim has always been very responsive and provided excellent service and accurate answers."

"Tim is a leading trade professional."

Alan H Price
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Alan H Price
2
Band 2

Alan Price fields extensive experience acting for clients in trade remedy litigation and investigations.

"Alan is very responsive and has good knowledge of the markets and products we operate in."

"Alan is an expert on international trade issues."

Maureen Thorson
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Maureen Thorson
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Band 3

Maureen Thorson has a wealth of experience advising clients on a range of customs matters. She often counsels on compliance programs.

"Maureen is extremely informed, capable and responsive."

"Her advice is always well thought out and detailed."

John R Shane
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John R Shane
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Band 4

John Shane attracts praise for the breadth of his knowledge in export controls and economic sanctions. He is well known for advising clients on OFAC, EAR and ITAR issues.

"Jack is extremely knowledgeable and responsive. He has a real talent for synthesizing a complex regulatory regime and providing practical, actionable advice."

"Jack is fabulous to work with. He is down to earth, highly responsive and a collaborative expert in his field."

Christopher B. Weld
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Christopher B. Weld
5
Band 5

Christopher Weld assists clients with a broad array of trade issues, including trade remedies, policy and anti-money laundering.

"Chris is a great writer, extremely responsive and a solutions-focused attorney."

"Chris is an extremely helpful and knowledgeable lawyer."

Laura El-Sabaawi
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Laura El-Sabaawi
5
Band 5

Laura El-Sabaawi is an up-and-comer in the trade remedy area. Her clients include those in the steel and solar panel sectors.

"Laura provides an excellent service and is both very knowledgeable and helpful."

"Laura has been delightful to work with and is very responsive."

Robert DeFrancesco
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Robert DeFrancesco
5
Band 5

Robert DeFrancesco has a notable practice in trade remedy proceedings, with a particular emphasis on both antidumping and countervailing duty proceedings.

"Robert is a tremendously smart and talented attorney."

"Robert does strong petitioner work, has good government experience and is very commercial."

Ranked Lawyers at
Wiley

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USA - Nationwide

International Trade: Customs

Maureen Thorson
3
Maureen Thorson
3
Band 3
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions

John R Shane
4
John R Shane
4
Band 4
International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy

Timothy C Brightbill
1
Timothy C Brightbill
1
Band 1
Alan H Price
2
Alan H Price
2
Band 2
Christopher B. Weld
5
Christopher B. Weld
5
Band 5
Laura El-Sabaawi
5
Laura El-Sabaawi
5
Band 5
Robert DeFrancesco
5
Robert DeFrancesco
5
Band 5

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