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WilmerHale

International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite

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In a global economy, government policies can impede or enable business success: businesses are significantly affected by government policies that directly limit market access, impose non-transparent or unreasonably burdensome government regulations, treat investments unfairly, fail to protect or enforce intellectual property, or subsidize domestic competitors. At the same time, companies doing business internationally face substantial compliance obligations under their domestic laws, such as restrictions on technology exports and economic sanctions.

WilmerHale has a long record of success in assisting clients on these issues, and our trade group is widely recognized as at the top of the field. Chambers USA and Chambers Global give the practice their highest ratings, and rank all of our senior lawyers as national leaders. Three of our younger lawyers are ranked among the top 10 trade lawyers to watch under 40. 

To learn more, visit us at: https://www.wilmerhale.com/en/solutions/international-trade-investment-and-market-access

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International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite - USA - Nationwide

Band 4

What the Team is Known For
WilmerHale has strong capabilities in trade remedies and policy, including WTO disputes and trade negotiations. The team regularly represents Fortune 100 companies and industry groups. The firm offers expertise in economic sanctions and export controls issues, including matters pertaining to OFAC and money laundering compliance requirements. The team is highly skilled in the CFIUS review process and often works with leading names in the energy, semiconductor and telecommunications sectors.
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Work Highlights

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  • WilmerHale represented The Mosaic Company in a series of trade remedies litigation before the Department of Commerce, the International Trade Commission, the Court of International Trade and the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.

Strengths

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  • WilmerHale has a combination of pragmatic experience, intimate knowledge of CFIUS personnel, partners who previously worked in relevant high level positions in the federal government and responsiveness.

    International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite respondentUSA

  • WilmerHale has deep expertise leveraging experience as trade negotiators and policy-makers. Its attorneys provide thorough legal analysis paired with a strategic approach. The team is incredibly thorough and proactively flags areas of opportunity.

    International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite respondentUSA

  • The attorneys are not afraid to share their views. They are highly skilled and steeped in the nuances of the CFIUS process and precedents and well-attuned to current views of CFIUS. They are always responsive and take the time to be thoughtful before giving advice.

    International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite respondentUSA

  • WilmerHale's wealth and breadth of knowledge and expertise, and reputation in the area of trade controls, distinguishes the firm. They are our trusted advisers and know our industry, company and risk tolerance. The attorneys are outstanding and have a proven ability to handle complex matters.

    International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite respondentUSA

  • WilmerHale is extremely reliable and has terrific depth.

    International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Ronald Meltzer
    Ronald Meltzer

    Ronald Meltzer

    Ronald Meltzer brings a breadth of experience to bear when acting on export controls and economic sanctions matters. He has extensive experience in OFAC-related matters.

    • Ron brings a wealth of experience and deep expertise to every engagement. As a longstanding leader in sanctions and trade compliance, his guidance is consistently thoughtful, strategic and grounded in sound judgment.

      International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite respondentUSA
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  • Benjamin Powell
    Benjamin Powell

    Benjamin Powell

    Benjamin Powell routinely advises on CFIUS proceedings and boasts additional expertise in data security and privacy. His clients include those in the banking, energy and defense sectors.

    • Ben is always at the top of the list when clients ask for recommendations for CFIUS advice, and for good reason. He is top-notch both in terms of level of service and substance of advice.

      International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite respondentUSA
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  • David Ross
    David Ross

    David Ross

    David Ross focuses on trade policy matters. He regularly advises clients on WTO and trade agreement issues.

    • David is a brilliant lawyer. He understands the nuance of our business. He is responsive, proactive and very thorough in his analysis.

      International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite respondentUSA
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  • Jason Chipman
    Jason Chipman

    Jason Chipman

    Jason Chipman maintains a respected CFIUS practice which frequently sees him handle matters in the life sciences space.
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Ranked Individuals at WilmerHale (4)

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    Ronald Meltzer

    International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions

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    David Ross

    International Trade: Trade Remedies & Trade Policy

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