
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
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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 the United States Trade Representative, Department of Commerce, Department of Defense, State Department, and Treasury. With deep government knowledge and relationships, we drive business strategies and address regulatory challenges for our clients.
Industries (15)
- Aerospace & Defence
- Automobiles & Parts
- Chemicals
- Construction & Materials
- Consumer Product Manufacturing
- Energy
- Financial Services
- Forestry & Paper
- Government
- Mining & Metals
- Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
- Retail
- Software & Computer Services
- Technology, Hardware & Electronics
- Telecommunications
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Work Highlights
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Wiley represented the American Alliance for Solar Manufacturing Trade Committee in filing AD and CVD petitions for relief from unfairly traded solar imports from Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam which had caused US prices to drop by over 50% in the period preceding the filing of the petitions.
Strengths
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What sets this team apart is its exceptional thoroughness, reliability and strategic depth. It consistently provides clear, actionable guidance on complex, fast-moving trade issues. I rely on them not only to interpret the law, but to anticipate regulatory shifts and position us ahead of the curve. Its attorneys' ability to integrate legal expertise with policy insight makes them indispensable partners in shaping our trade strategy.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSAWiley has unmatched knowledge of both trade law and the people involved in trade issues to provide effective representation and guidance at all levels of engagement, from advice, counsel and connections to advocacy and, if necessary, litigation. The firm has experience in all aspects of complex and sophisticated trade issues and provides strategic counsel. Every attorney in the team is strong.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSAWiley is extremely knowledgeable, unbelievably responsive and goes above and beyond to secure us the answers to any of our legal questions. The team has partners and associates across all realms that can provide unmatched responsiveness and impeccable service. The firm is a symbol of excellence in this space.
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Notable Practitioners
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Band 1 
Band 1 
Timothy C Brightbill
Timothy Brightbill handles a range of trade remedy litigation, including antidumping and countervailing duty disputes. Tim is a leader in trade law practice. He understands the law and the interagency and legal process well. He provides tangible action and results for his clients.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSATim brings a broad-based background to trade work which provides a unique perspective.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSATim is brilliant in this practice area and great to have in your corner.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSATim is an outstanding resource on complex legislative trade issues. He’s a clear and effective communicator who knows how to translate technical details into policy-relevant insights that resonate.
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Band 2 
Band 2 
Alan H Price
Alan Price fields extensive experience acting for clients in trade remedy litigation and investigations. Alan is extremely knowledgeable in his area, he brings consistent, wise counsel to us.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSAAlan is an invaluable partner with deep expertise and strong relationships across the trade landscape.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSAAlan is skilled and creative in his work.
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Band 2 
Band 2 
Maureen Thorson
Maureen Thorson has a wealth of experience advising clients on a range of customs matters. She often counsels on compliance programs. Maureen is extremely responsive and very knowledgeable. She's very surgical and very exact with her responses and a true subject matter expert.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSAMaureen's responsiveness and knowledge on HTS codes, tariffs, duties, ECCNs and other export compliance issues is outstanding. It's always a pleasure dealing with her.
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Band 4 
Band 4 
Christopher B. Weld
Christopher Weld assists clients with a broad array of trade issues, including trade remedies, policy and anti-money laundering.
Chris’ service and impact are exceptional. He’s strategic, a clear communicator and works closely across our enterprise to ensure alignment with our goals. His deep understanding of our business and the evolving trade landscape makes him an indispensable and trusted adviser.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSAChris is a true professional with a deep understanding of our industry and the law. His expertise has helped our organization achieve goals that would be unimaginable without his help.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSAChris is an invaluable adviser on issues and strategies. He is always proactive and responsive in addressing developments in a rapidly changing environment for trade law.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSAChris brings a great technical view to our issues and always has very thoughful and insightful takeaways.
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Band 4 
Band 4 
John R Shane
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. John is a shrewd problem-solver with decades of experience. His formidable mind and memory enable him to quickly and seemingly effortlessly leverage his deep industry history in service of his current clients. He's a great asset and adviser.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSAJohn is amazing to work with. His service and knowledge of our business and how export law can apply to it is unmatched.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSAJohn is an invaluable asset, providing timely guidance on numerous complex issues.
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Band 4 
Band 4 
Laura El-Sabaawi
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 is knowledgeable and responsive. She understands trade practice and serves clients well.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSALaura is tremendous. She is responsive and makes me feel like I am her only client. She explains incredibly complicated matters in a very easy way. She's very smart and has a great personality.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSALaura is responsive, intelligent, engaged and capable.
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Band 4 
Band 4 
Robert DeFrancesco
Robert DeFrancesco has a notable practice in trade remedy proceedings, with a particular emphasis on both antidumping and countervailing duty proceedings. Robert is a phenomenal attorney. He is fantastic to work with, he can take complicated business matters and translate them into international trade issues.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSARobert is the most commercially aware partner we deal with. He follows our industry closely and is often one step ahead when it comes to seeing important risks or opportunities. He is an invaluable member of our trade strategy.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSARobert is a great attorney with lots of tools in his box, both written and oral.
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Band 5 
Band 5 
Lori Scheetz
Lori Scheetz exhibits skill on export control matters and offers notable acumen related to OFAC sanctions and ITAR compliance.
Lori provides timely responses and is always helpful. She always goes above and beyond and exceeds expectations.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSALori is a tremendously thoughtful and precise attorney whose counsel is as immaculate from a technical perspective as it is practical, well balanced and respectful of her clients' stated goals. She is a creative problem-solver and a pleasure to have as an adviser and teammate.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSALori is wonderful to deal with. Her knowledge of our products and her ability to help solve our issues is fantastic.
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John R Shane
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Christopher B. Weld
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Robert DeFrancesco
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