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International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite
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I'm really impressed by the client service and the expertise at Wilson Sonsini. Its partners are highly engaged with what we are working on and the outcome.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite respondentUSAWilson Sonsini is good at giving us a quick and clear read of the CFIUS implications, it cuts through the lawyer speak and we can rely on the firm to provide a quick and cohesive read on the relevant facts.
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Band 2 Josephine Aiello LeBeau
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. What distinguishes Josephine from peers is her exceptional responsiveness, profound industry insight, and proven track record in navigating high stakes US export control matters. She delivers practical, results-driven legal support that is both thorough and client-centric.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite respondentUSAJosephine is always on top of her game, reliable and provides actionable advice in critical times.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite respondentUSA
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Band 2 Stephen Heifetz
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. Stephen is phenomenal and one of the best I have worked with. He provides amazing customer service and knowledge of the law.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite respondentUSA
Band 3 
Band 3 Anne E Seymour
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 is always there when we need her, quickly providing actionable and accurate interpretations of evolving rules when we need it most.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite respondentUSAShe combines extensive industry experience with proactive problem-solving, making her an indispensable advocate for our business.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite respondentUSAAnne is practical, business-minded, responsive and reliable.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite respondentUSA
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Band 3 Joshua Gruenspecht
Joshua Gruenspecht assists clients with CFIUS matters. He regularly works with technology companies and investment funds on securing CFIUS clearance for large deals. Joshua Gruenspecht is really knowledgeable, understands how things work in practice and gives us really commercial and practical advice about risk profiles.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite respondentUSAJosh is incredibly skilled - not only in his advice to us, but also having seen him lead in presentation to the Committee.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions: The Elite respondentUSA
Ranked Individuals at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati (4)
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Stephen Heifetz
International Trade: CFIUS Experts
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International Trade: CFIUS Experts
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International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
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International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
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