International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 3
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+1 202 973 8800Chambers Review
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati possesses substantial experience in export controls and economic sanctions matters, including compliance and enforcement issues. The firm is well placed to handle ITAR, OFAC and EAR work. The team is also experienced in guiding clients through the CFIUS review process. Its client base includes well-known names in the technology, financial services and defense sectors.
Work Highlights
- Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati assisted a US manufacturer of experimental life-saving medical devices in obtaining licences to supply to a facility in Belarus.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team has strong depth and breadth in export controls and sanctions."
"Their advice is decisive, actionable and very reliable."
"The lawyers have a great amount of knowledge and experience in handling complex and sophisticated matters."
"The team has strong depth and breadth in export controls and sanctions."
"Their advice is decisive, actionable and very reliable."
"The lawyers have a great amount of knowledge and experience in handling complex and sophisticated matters."
Notable Practitioners
Josephine Aiello LeBeau is particularly well regarded for her work with technology companies on trade controls. She often works with clients on compliance with OFAC regulations.
"Josephine strikes a great balance between legal analysis and practical business solutions."
"Josephine brings particularly deep subject matter expertise, technical sophistication and real-world experience."
Stephen Heifetz is an established CFIUS practitioner who handles a range of national security-related matters. He often works for investment funds and technology companies.
"He is extraordinarily knowledgeable, responsive and offers great practical guidance."
"Stephen is a great lawyer who provides a reliable service to help us resolve legal issues."
Joshua Gruenspecht assists clients with CFIUS matters. He regularly works with technology companies and investment funds on securing CFIUS clearance for large deals.
"He has a firm grasp of the intricacies of CFIUS and how to most effectively and efficiently help his clients."
"Josh is an expert in CFIUS and provides excellent, timely advice."
Anne Seymour has a notable practice advising clients on export controls and economic sanctions matters in a variety of sectors, including software and technology.
"Anne's expertise and commercial awareness is a comfort when navigating complex trade controls."
"Anne is an excellent and very knowledgeable lawyer who does a great job at explaining complex matters."