Ranking tables
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions | Global
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Rankings overview for Lawyers
Corinne A Goldstein Covington & Burling LLP12 Years Ranked
John B Reynolds III Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP20 Years Ranked- Ronald Meltzer WilmerHale18 Years Ranked
- Larry E ChristensenLaw Offices of Larry E. Christensen
- Beth Peters Hogan Lovells US LLP16 Years Ranked
Christopher R Wall Pillsbury19 Years Ranked
John Barker Arnold & Porter20 Years Ranked
John E Smith Morrison Foerster5 Years Ranked- Kay C Georgi ArentFox Schiff LLP15 Years Ranked
Kevin Wolf Akin8 Years Ranked
Les Carnegie Latham & Watkins LLP10 Years Ranked
Peter L Flanagan Covington & Burling LLP20 Years Ranked
Peter Lichtenbaum Covington & Burling LLP14 Years Ranked- Edward KraulandSteptoe LLP
- Greta NightingaleO'Melveny & Myers LLP
- Meredith RathboneSteptoe LLP
Adam J Szubin Covington & Burling LLP4 Years Ranked
Adam Smith Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP7 Years Ranked
Cari N. Stinebower Winston & Strawn LLP10 Years Ranked
Jeffrey L Snyder Crowell & Moring LLP20 Years Ranked
Josephine Aiello LeBeau Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati15 Years Ranked
Kimberly A. Strosnider Covington & Burling LLP9 Years Ranked
Paul Marquardt Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP14 Years Ranked- Melissa B ManninoBakerHostetler LLP
Christine Savage King & Spalding LLP10 Years Ranked
David Mortlock Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP6 Years Ranked
Eytan Fisch Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates6 Years Ranked
Janet Kim Baker McKenzie10 Years Ranked- Jeanine McGuinness Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP10 Years Ranked
Nancy A Fischer Pillsbury16 Years Ranked
Nicole Erb White & Case LLP5 Years Ranked
Richard Matheny Goodwin12 Years Ranked
Thomas J McCarthy Akin9 Years Ranked- Douglas JacobsonJacobson Burton Kelley PLLC
- Kevin KingCooley LLP
- Thaddeus R McBrideBass, Berry & Sims PLC
- Aaron Hutman Pillsbury3 Years Ranked
- Ajay Kuntamukkala Hogan Lovells US LLP8 Years Ranked
- Aleksandar Dukic Hogan Lovells US LLP5 Years Ranked
Ama Adams Ropes & Gray LLP3 Years Ranked
Anne E Seymour Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati3 Years Ranked
Britt Mosman Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP2 Years Ranked
Christopher Timura Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP3 Years Ranked
Cristina Brayton-Lewis White & Case LLP5 Years Ranked
Daniel Fisher-Owens Berliner Corcoran & Rowe LLP5 Years Ranked
David (DJ) Wolff Crowell & Moring LLP4 Years Ranked
Eric Kadel Sullivan & Cromwell LLP10 Years Ranked
Eric S Volkman Latham & Watkins LLP5 Years Ranked
George Kleinfeld Clifford Chance US LLP18 Years Ranked- Harry L Clark Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP20 Years Ranked
Jacob Osborn Goodwin7 Years Ranked
Jeremy Zucker Dechert LLP8 Years Ranked
Leigh Hansson Reed Smith LLP5 Years Ranked
Michael Gershberg Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP5 Years Ranked
Michael Lowell Reed Smith LLP7 Years Ranked
Nabeel Yousef Freshfields US LLP5 Years Ranked
Ryan Fayhee Akin3 Years Ranked
Stephan E Becker Pillsbury19 Years Ranked- Stephen Propst Hogan Lovells US LLP7 Years Ranked
Tahlia Townsend Holland & Knight LLP6 Years Ranked
Tamer Soliman Mayer Brown LLP2 Years Ranked
Timothy O'Toole Miller & Chevalier Chartered5 Years Ranked- Will Schisa Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP1 Years Ranked
- Alexandra BajSteptoe LLP
- Cortney O'Toole MorganHusch Blackwell LLP
- Eric R McClaffertyKelley Drye & Warren LLP
- John R ShaneWiley
- Melissa DuffyFenwick
- Olga TorresTorres Trade Law, PLLC
- Roszel C Thomsen IIThomsen & Burke LLP
- Alison Stafford Powell Baker McKenzie1 Years Ranked
Anne Borkovic Akin4 Years Ranked- Aseel Rabie Debevoise & Plimpton LLP1 Years Ranked
Brandon Van Grack Morrison Foerster2 Years Ranked
Brian Egan Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates5 Years Ranked
David R Johnson Vinson & Elkins LLP18 Years Ranked- Jaelyn Judelson Akin1 Years Ranked
John F McKenzie Baker McKenzie10 Years Ranked
Jonathan Poling Akin5 Years Ranked- Kenneth Nunnenkamp Blank Rome LLP5 Years Ranked
Kerry Contini Baker McKenzie5 Years Ranked
Lawrence Ward Dorsey & Whitney LLP3 Years Ranked
Maura Rezendes Sidley Austin LLP2 Years Ranked- Michael Zolandz Dentons LLP2 Years Ranked
- Perry S Bechky Berliner Corcoran & Rowe LLP1 Years Ranked
- Shiva Aminian Akin1 Years Ranked
Stephanie Brown Cripps Freshfields US LLP4 Years Ranked
Susan M C Kovarovics Akin5 Years Ranked- Annie FroehlichCooley LLP
- Barbara LinneyBakerHostetler LLP
- Brian FlemingSteptoe LLP
- David J LevineMcDermott Will & Schulte
- Francesca M.S. GuerreroThompson Hine LLP
- Ginger FaulkEversheds Sutherland (US) LLP
- Grant LeachHusch Blackwell LLP
- Jason WrightSteptoe LLP
- Lana MuranovicBakerHostetler LLP
- Michael L BurtonJacobson Burton Kelley PLLC
- Robert SlackFenwick
All Lawyers profiles
Senior Statespeople

S Corinne A GoldsteinCovington & Burling LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Senior Statespeople | 12 Years RankedCorinne Goldstein boasts an impressive trade practice that sees her handle both export controls and economic sanctions work. She is particularly well thought of for her deep knowledge of OFAC.
S John B Reynolds III
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Senior Statespeople | 20 Years RankedJohn Reynolds is an expert in handling trade controls work and is particularly well regarded for his capabilities in sanctions matters. Reynolds is also experienced in advising on CFIUS reviews.S Ronald Meltzer
WilmerHale | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Senior Statespeople | 18 Years RankedRonald 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.- Larry E ChristensenLaw Offices of Larry E. Christensen | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Senior Statespeople
Band 1
1 Beth Peters
Hogan Lovells US LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 1 | 16 Years RankedBeth Peters maintains a leading trade controls practice, advising on export controls and economic sanctions. She advises a host of clients, including financial institutions and universities.
1 Christopher R Wall
Pillsbury | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 1 | 19 Years RankedChristopher Wall maintains a leading export controls and economic sanctions practice. He often works with companies in the aerospace sector.
1 John Barker
Arnold & Porter | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 1 | 20 Years RankedJohn Barker wins widespread acclaim for his export controls practice, representing clients from a range of industries. He also works on FCPA matters.
1 John E Smith
Morrison Foerster | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 1 | 5 Years RankedJohn Smith has a well-rounded economic sanctions-based practice. He brings to bear over a decade of experience working as a director at OFAC.1 Kay C Georgi
ArentFox Schiff LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 1 | 15 Years RankedKay Georgi is a top choice for export controls and economic sanctions issues. Her clients include numerous Fortune 500 companies.
1 Kevin Wolf
Akin | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 1 | 8 Years RankedKevin Wolf brings to bear previous government experience in assisting clients with export controls and economic sanction concerns.

1 Les Carnegie
Latham & Watkins LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 1 | 10 Years RankedLes Carnegie is well known in the space for his exports controls and economic sanctions practice. He also has a strong capabilities in advising clients on the CFIUS process.
1 Peter L FlanaganCovington & Burling LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 1 | 20 Years RankedPeter Flanagan is a seasoned practitioner who regularly assists clients with issues relating to trade controls. He often works with clients in the oil and gas, pharmaceutical and defense industries.
1 Peter LichtenbaumCovington & Burling LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 1 | 14 Years RankedPeter Lichtenbaum is a leading lawyer in the trade controls space. He is particularly experienced in working with aerospace and defense clients.- Edward KraulandSteptoe LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 1
- Greta NightingaleO'Melveny & Myers LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 1
- Meredith RathboneSteptoe LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 1
Band 2

2 Adam J SzubinCovington & Burling LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 2 | 4 Years RankedAdam Szubin has strong skills in OFAC matters. His clients include financial institutions.
2 Adam Smith
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 2 | 7 Years RankedAdam Smith is highlighted by peers for his expertise as it relates to economic sanctions. He works with both foreign and domestic clients.
2 Cari N. Stinebower
Winston & Strawn LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 2 | 10 Years RankedCari Stinebower of Winston & Strawn LLP handles the full range of work in the economic sanctions and export controls space. Her clients include companies in the banking and retail sectors.
2 Jeffrey L Snyder
Crowell & Moring LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 2 | 20 Years RankedJeffrey Snyder focuses on trade controls work such as EAR and ITAR-related issues. His key clients include software companies.
2 Josephine Aiello LeBeau
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 2 | 15 Years RankedJosephine 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.
2 Kimberly A. StrosniderCovington & Burling LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedKimberly Strosnider serves as cochair of the firm's international trade controls group. She is well regarded for her extensive counseling work and advising on economic sanctions.
2 Paul Marquardt
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 2 | 14 Years RankedPaul Marquardt is well equipped to aid clients through CFIUS reviews. He also handles export control and economic sanction matters.- Melissa B ManninoBakerHostetler LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 2
Band 3

3 Christine Savage
King & Spalding LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 3 | 10 Years RankedChristine Savage focuses her practice on economic sanctions and export controls. She is experienced in guiding clients through internal compliance audits.
3 David Mortlock
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedDavid Mortlock brings a breadth of experience when acting for clients on trade sanctions and controls matters.

3 Eytan Fisch
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedEytan Fisch has a strong trade practice that largely sees him focus on economic sanctions work.
3 Janet Kim
Baker McKenzie | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 3 | 10 Years RankedJanet Kim handles a range of export controls and economic sanctions matters. She often works with clients such as financial services and construction companies.3 Jeanine McGuinness
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 3 | 10 Years RankedJeanine McGuinness is highlighted for her experience across the trade space. She regularly acts for clients on export controls, economic sanctions and CFIUS issues.
3 Nancy A Fischer
Pillsbury | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 3 | 16 Years RankedNancy Fischer has a broad trade practice that sees her work on trade controls and trade remedy matters. She also advises on CFIUS reviews.
3 Nicole Erb
White & Case LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedNicole Erb cochairs the international sanctions practice at the firm. She regularly works with foreign states and financial institutions.
3 Richard Matheny
Goodwin | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 3 | 12 Years RankedRichard Matheny takes on a variety of work across the trade space, regularly undertaking export controls, economic sanctions and CFIUS matters.
3 Thomas J McCarthy
Akin | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedThomas McCarthy frequently advises on export control matters. He regularly works with clients in the defense and technology spaces.- Douglas JacobsonJacobson Burton Kelley PLLC | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 3
- Kevin KingCooley LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 3
- Thaddeus R McBrideBass, Berry & Sims PLC | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 3
Band 4
4 Aaron Hutman
Pillsbury | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedAaron Hutman represents clients in numerous industries in export controls and economic sanctions matters. Industries include finance, defense and energy.4 Ajay Kuntamukkala
Hogan Lovells US LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 8 Years RankedAjay Kuntamukkala handles a range of export controls and economic sanctions matters. He frequently advises on China-related issues.4 Aleksandar Dukic
Hogan Lovells US LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedAleksandar Dukic has broad experience assisting with complex sanctions issues. He works with a range of national and international companies.
4 Ama Adams
Ropes & Gray LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedAma Adams has a strong export controls and economic sanctions practice, and is also noted for her CFIUS expertise. Adams advises clients in a range of industries, including financial services, biotechnology, manufacturing and technology, among others.
4 Anne E Seymour
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedAnne Seymour has a notable practice advising clients on export controls and economic sanctions matters in a variety of sectors, including software and technology.
4 Britt Mosman
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 2 Years RankedBritt Mosman has a broad and notable international trade practice across export controls and sanctions.

4 Christopher Timura
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedChristopher Timura has a strong sanctions practice advising clients in sectors such as venture capital, banking and technology.
4 Cristina Brayton-Lewis
White & Case LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedCristina Brayton-Lewis has extensive experience providing guidance on matters concerning compliance with sanctions regimes.
4 Daniel Fisher-Owens
Berliner Corcoran & Rowe LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedDaniel Fisher-Owens has a strength guiding clients through compliance with OFAC regulations. He has extensive experience in representing technology manufacturers.
4 David (DJ) Wolff
Crowell & Moring LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedDavid (DJ) Wolff has notable experience in areas including anti-boycotting, anti-money laundering and export controls.
4 Eric Kadel
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 10 Years RankedEric Kadel is particularly strong at handling economic sanctions matters, including OFAC-related issues.
4 Eric S Volkman
Latham & Watkins LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedEric Volkman works on export controls and economic sanctions matters. He advises both US and international clients.
4 George Kleinfeld
Clifford Chance US LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 18 Years RankedGeorge Kleinfeld has an expansive trade practice focusing on export controls and economic sanctions. He often works with financial institutions.4 Harry L Clark
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 20 Years RankedHarry Clark is an experienced practitioner who handles export controls and economic sanctions work. He also regularly handles CFIUS reviews.
4 Jacob Osborn
Goodwin | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 7 Years RankedJacob Osborn regularly advises clients on compliance with export controls and sanctions regimes. He also counsels clients through the CFIUS review process.
4 Jeremy Zucker
Dechert LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 8 Years RankedJeremy Zucker handles the full spectrum of trade controls work. He often assists clients with conducting internal audits for EAR and ITAR compliance.
4 Leigh Hansson
Reed Smith LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedLeigh Hansson has a broad export controls practice often advising on sanctions compliance and investigations. She has a strong client base in the private equity, finance and manufacturing sectors.
4 Michael Gershberg
Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedMichael Gershberg of Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP has a broad trade practice counseling clients on ITAR and other export control compliance issues.
4 Michael Lowell
Reed Smith LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 7 Years RankedMichael Lowell often works with clients on OFAC and EAR-related trade controls matters. He is experienced in representing clients from sectors such as financial services, defense and aerospace.
4 Nabeel Yousef
Freshfields US LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedNabeel Yousef has a robust trade practice and often works on export controls and economic sanctions matters.
4 Ryan Fayhee
Akin | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedRyan Fayhee serves clients across a range of industries, including financial services, private equity, technology, aerospace, telecommunications and others.
4 Stephan E Becker
Pillsbury | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 19 Years RankedStephan Becker heads the group's international trade practice, undertaking a host of work across the space. He provides counsel on compliance with export controls, economic sanctions and trade policy.4 Stephen Propst
Hogan Lovells US LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 7 Years RankedStephen Propst comes recommended for his highly regarded exports and sanctions practice. He works with both domestic and international clients.
4 Tahlia Townsend
Holland & Knight LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 6 Years RankedTahlia Townsend is highlighted by sources for her strong trade controls practice. She regularly handles OFAC-related matters.
4 Tamer Soliman
Mayer Brown LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 2 Years RankedTamer Soliman advises clients in a wide range of export controls and sanctions matters, with related strengths in national security issues.
4 Timothy O'Toole
Miller & Chevalier Chartered | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedTimothy O'Toole is well regarded for his work with financial services companies. He counsels on compliance with the US sanctions regime.4 Will Schisa
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4 | 1 Years RankedWill Schisa is recognized for his capabilities in handling export controls and economic sanctions matters. His clients include financial institutions.- Alexandra BajSteptoe LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4
- Cortney O'Toole MorganHusch Blackwell LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4
- Eric R McClaffertyKelley Drye & Warren LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4
- John R ShaneWiley | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4
- Melissa DuffyFenwick | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4
- Olga TorresTorres Trade Law, PLLC | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4
- Roszel C Thomsen IIThomsen & Burke LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 4
Band 5
5 Alison Stafford Powell
Baker McKenzie | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedAlison Stafford Powell handles a range of trade control matters. Her clients include telecommunications companies and private equity funds.
5 Anne Borkovic
Akin | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5 | 4 Years RankedAnne Borkovic is noted for advising clients on trade control issues. Her clients include those in the technology and healthcare sectors.5 Aseel Rabie
Debevoise & Plimpton LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedAseel Rabie offers significant expertise in regulatory compliance and enforcement issues in the sanctions and broader AML space. Clients benefit from her breadth of expertise, which include prior roles at the SEC and the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association.

5 Brandon Van Grack
Morrison Foerster | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedBrandon Van Grack has a strong practice on the national security side of trade, assisting clients with sanctions, export controls and foreign investments.

5 Brian Egan
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedBrian Egan has a well-rounded trade practice. He assists clients with issues concerning export controls, economic sanctions and CFIUS reviews.
5 David R Johnson
Vinson & Elkins LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5 | 18 Years RankedDavid Johnson of Vinson & Elkins concentrates his practice on export controls and economic sanctions. He works on compliance matters and on OFAC-related cases.
5 Jaelyn Judelson
Akin | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedJaelyn Judelson regularly advises clients on trade control issues. She is noted for her particular expertise representing clients in the technology sector.

5 John F McKenzie
Baker McKenzie | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5 | 10 Years RankedJohn McKenzie garners praise for his trade regulations practice and he regularly advises on export controls work. He also handles customs-related matters.
5 Jonathan Poling
Akin | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedJonathan Poling has an extensive international trade practice. He often advises on export control matters.5 Kenneth NunnenkampBlank Rome LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedKenneth Nunnenkamp is an experienced trade controls practitioner who regularly handles OFAC, EAR and ITAR-related work. He counts manufacturers and defense companies as key clients.
5 Kerry Contini
Baker McKenzie | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedKerry Contini regularly advises clients on the full range of export controls and economic sanctions issues. She works on trade compliance programs, risk assessments and licensing matters, among other issues.
5 Lawrence Ward
Dorsey & Whitney LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedLawrence Ward is experienced in both export controls and economic sanctions and is noted for his expertise in the technology sector.
5 Maura Rezendes
Sidley Austin LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedMaura Rezendes has significant experience dealing with OFAC and other US regulators in the international trade space.5 Michael Zolandz
Dentons LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedMichael Zolandz of Dentons has a notable sanctions compliance practice, with strong experience representing clients before US agencies.5 Perry S Bechky
Berliner Corcoran & Rowe LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedPerry Bechky has strong experience in sanctions work, especially regarding OFAC regulations. Perry also has experience representing clients in CFIUS reviews.
5 Shiva Aminian
Akin | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedShiva Aminian has a strong international trade practice. She is noted for her strength in export control matters and her work in the technology sector.

5 Stephanie Brown Cripps
Freshfields US LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5 | 4 Years RankedStephanie Brown Cripps works with clients on issues such as export controls and economic sanctions. She also advises on AML issues.
5 Susan M C Kovarovics
Akin | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedSusan Kovarovics regularly advises clients on compliance with ITAR and EAR. She often works with those in the defense, manufacturing and aerospace industries.- Annie FroehlichCooley LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5
- Barbara LinneyBakerHostetler LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5
- Brian FlemingSteptoe LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5
- David J LevineMcDermott Will & Schulte | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5
- Francesca M.S. GuerreroThompson Hine LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5
- Ginger FaulkEversheds Sutherland (US) LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5
- Grant LeachHusch Blackwell LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5
- Jason WrightSteptoe LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5
- Lana MuranovicBakerHostetler LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5
- Michael L BurtonJacobson Burton Kelley PLLC | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5
- Robert SlackFenwick | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Band 5
Up and Coming

U Andrew Galdes
Latham & Watkins LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedAndrew Galdes assists clients with a range of trade control issues. He often handles OFAC, EAR and ITAR-related matters.
U Brendan C Hanifin
Ropes & Gray LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedBrendan Hanifin routinely acts on regulatory and transactional trade matters for a variety of clients, including those in the energy, finance and life sciences industries.
U Samuel Chang
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedSamuel Chang assists clients in a range of export controls and sanctions matters, on both the regulatory and enforcement sides.- Christopher MonahanFaegre Drinker | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Up and Coming
Associates to watch
Talya Hutchison
Paul Hastings LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions2026 | Associates to watch | 2 Years RankedTalya Hutchison regularly advises foreign-owned clients on the many facets of US export controls and sanctions compliance.