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Rankings overview for Lawyers

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  1. Aaron Hutman Pillsbury3 Years Ranked
  2. Ajay Kuntamukkala Hogan Lovells US LLP8 Years Ranked
  3. Aleksandar Dukic Hogan Lovells US LLP5 Years Ranked
  4. Ama Adams
    Ama Adams Ropes & Gray LLP3 Years Ranked
  5. Anne E Seymour
    Anne E Seymour Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati3 Years Ranked
  6. Britt Mosman
    Britt Mosman Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP2 Years Ranked
  7. Christopher Timura
    Christopher Timura Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP3 Years Ranked
  8. Cristina Brayton-Lewis
    Cristina Brayton-Lewis White & Case LLP5 Years Ranked
  9. Daniel Fisher-Owens
    Daniel Fisher-Owens Berliner Corcoran & Rowe LLP5 Years Ranked
  10. David (DJ) Wolff
    David (DJ) Wolff Crowell & Moring LLP4 Years Ranked
  11. Eric Kadel
    Eric Kadel Sullivan & Cromwell LLP10 Years Ranked
  12. Eric S Volkman
    Eric S Volkman Latham & Watkins LLP5 Years Ranked
  13. George Kleinfeld
    George Kleinfeld Clifford Chance US LLP18 Years Ranked
  14. Harry L Clark Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP20 Years Ranked
  15. Jacob Osborn
    Jacob Osborn Goodwin7 Years Ranked
  16. Jeremy Zucker
    Jeremy Zucker Dechert LLP8 Years Ranked
  17. Leigh Hansson
    Leigh Hansson Reed Smith LLP5 Years Ranked
  18. Michael Gershberg
    Michael Gershberg Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP5 Years Ranked
  19. Michael Lowell
    Michael Lowell Reed Smith LLP7 Years Ranked
  20. Nabeel Yousef
    Nabeel Yousef Freshfields US LLP5 Years Ranked
  21. Ryan Fayhee
    Ryan Fayhee Akin3 Years Ranked
  22. Stephan E Becker
    Stephan E Becker Pillsbury19 Years Ranked
  23. Stephen Propst Hogan Lovells US LLP7 Years Ranked
  24. Tahlia Townsend
    Tahlia Townsend Holland & Knight LLP6 Years Ranked
  25. Tamer Soliman
    Tamer Soliman Mayer Brown LLP2 Years Ranked
  26. Timothy  O'Toole
    Timothy O'Toole Miller & Chevalier Chartered5 Years Ranked
  27. Will Schisa Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP1 Years Ranked
  28. Alexandra BajSteptoe LLP
  29. Cortney O'Toole MorganHusch Blackwell LLP
  30. Eric R McClaffertyKelley Drye & Warren LLP
  31. John R ShaneWiley
  32. Melissa DuffyFenwick
  33. Olga TorresTorres Trade Law, PLLC
  34. Roszel C Thomsen IIThomsen & Burke LLP

All Lawyers profiles

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Senior Statespeople

  1. Corinne A Goldstein
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    Corinne A Goldstein
    Covington & Burling LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Senior Statespeople | 12 Years Ranked
    Corinne 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.
  2. John B Reynolds III
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    John B Reynolds III
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Senior Statespeople | 20 Years Ranked
    John 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.
  3. S
    Ronald Meltzer
    WilmerHale
    WilmerHale | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Senior Statespeople | 18 Years Ranked
    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.
  4. Larry E Christensen
    Law Offices of Larry E. Christensen | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Senior Statespeople
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Band 1

  1. 1
    Beth Peters
    Hogan Lovells US LLP
    Hogan Lovells US LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 1 | 16 Years Ranked
    Beth 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.
  2. Christopher R Wall
    1
    Christopher R Wall
    Pillsbury
    Pillsbury | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 1 | 19 Years Ranked
    Christopher Wall maintains a leading export controls and economic sanctions practice. He often works with companies in the aerospace sector.
  3. John Barker
    1
    John Barker
    Arnold & Porter
    Arnold & Porter | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 1 | 20 Years Ranked
    John Barker wins widespread acclaim for his export controls practice, representing clients from a range of industries. He also works on FCPA matters.
  4. John E Smith
    1
    John E Smith
    Morrison Foerster
    Morrison Foerster | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 1 | 5 Years Ranked
    John Smith has a well-rounded economic sanctions-based practice. He brings to bear over a decade of experience working as a director at OFAC.
  5. 1
    Kay C Georgi
    ArentFox Schiff LLP
    ArentFox Schiff LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 1 | 15 Years Ranked
    Kay Georgi is a top choice for export controls and economic sanctions issues. Her clients include numerous Fortune 500 companies.
  6. Kevin Wolf
    1
    Kevin Wolf
    Akin
    Akin | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 1 | 8 Years Ranked

    Kevin Wolf brings to bear previous government experience in assisting clients with export controls and economic sanction concerns.

  7. Les Carnegie
    1
    Les Carnegie
    Latham & Watkins LLP
    Latham & Watkins LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 1 | 10 Years Ranked
    Les 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.
  8. Peter L Flanagan
    1
    Peter L Flanagan
    Covington & Burling LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 1 | 20 Years Ranked
    Peter 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.
  9. Peter Lichtenbaum
    1
    Peter Lichtenbaum
    Covington & Burling LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 1 | 14 Years Ranked
    Peter Lichtenbaum is a leading lawyer in the trade controls space. He is particularly experienced in working with aerospace and defense clients.
  10. Edward Krauland
    Steptoe LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 1
  11. Greta Nightingale
    O'Melveny & Myers LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 1
  12. Meredith Rathbone
    Steptoe LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 1
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Band 2

  1. Adam J Szubin
    2
    Adam J Szubin
    Covington & Burling LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 2 | 4 Years Ranked
    Adam Szubin has strong skills in OFAC matters. His clients include financial institutions.
  2. Adam Smith
    2
    Adam Smith
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 2 | 7 Years Ranked
    Adam Smith is highlighted by peers for his expertise as it relates to economic sanctions. He works with both foreign and domestic clients.
  3. Cari N. Stinebower
    2
    Cari N. Stinebower
    Winston & Strawn LLP
    Winston & Strawn LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 2 | 10 Years Ranked
    Cari 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.
  4. Jeffrey L Snyder
    2
    Jeffrey L Snyder
    Crowell & Moring LLP
    Crowell & Moring LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 2 | 20 Years Ranked
    Jeffrey Snyder focuses on trade controls work such as EAR and ITAR-related issues. His key clients include software companies.
  5. Josephine Aiello LeBeau
    2
    Josephine Aiello LeBeau
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 2 | 15 Years Ranked
    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.
  6. Kimberly A. Strosnider
    2
    Kimberly A. Strosnider
    Covington & Burling LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 2 | 9 Years Ranked
    Kimberly 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.
  7. Paul Marquardt
    2
    Paul Marquardt
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 2 | 14 Years Ranked
    Paul Marquardt is well equipped to aid clients through CFIUS reviews. He also handles export control and economic sanction matters.
  8. Melissa B Mannino
    BakerHostetler LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 2
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Band 3

  1. Christine Savage
    3
    Christine Savage
    King & Spalding LLP
    King & Spalding LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 3 | 10 Years Ranked
    Christine Savage focuses her practice on economic sanctions and export controls. She is experienced in guiding clients through internal compliance audits.
  2. David Mortlock
    3
    David Mortlock
    Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
    Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 3 | 6 Years Ranked

    David Mortlock brings a breadth of experience when acting for clients on trade sanctions and controls matters.

  3. Eytan Fisch
    3
    Eytan Fisch
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 3 | 6 Years Ranked
    Eytan Fisch has a strong trade practice that largely sees him focus on economic sanctions work.
  4. Janet Kim
    3
    Janet Kim
    Baker McKenzie
    Baker McKenzie | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 3 | 10 Years Ranked
    Janet Kim handles a range of export controls and economic sanctions matters. She often works with clients such as financial services and construction companies.
  5. 3
    Jeanine McGuinness
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 3 | 10 Years Ranked
    Jeanine McGuinness is highlighted for her experience across the trade space. She regularly acts for clients on export controls, economic sanctions and CFIUS issues.
  6. Nancy A Fischer
    3
    Nancy A Fischer
    Pillsbury
    Pillsbury | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 3 | 16 Years Ranked
    Nancy Fischer has a broad trade practice that sees her work on trade controls and trade remedy matters. She also advises on CFIUS reviews.
  7. Nicole Erb
    3
    Nicole Erb
    White & Case LLP
    White & Case LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked
    Nicole Erb cochairs the international sanctions practice at the firm. She regularly works with foreign states and financial institutions.
  8. Richard Matheny
    3
    Richard Matheny
    Goodwin
    Goodwin | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 3 | 12 Years Ranked
    Richard Matheny takes on a variety of work across the trade space, regularly undertaking export controls, economic sanctions and CFIUS matters.
  9. Thomas J McCarthy
    3
    Thomas J McCarthy
    Akin
    Akin | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 3 | 9 Years Ranked
    Thomas McCarthy frequently advises on export control matters. He regularly works with clients in the defense and technology spaces.
  10. Douglas Jacobson
    Jacobson Burton Kelley PLLC | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 3
  11. Kevin King
    Cooley LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 3
  12. Thaddeus R McBride
    Bass, Berry & Sims PLC | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 3
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Band 4

  1. 4
    Aaron Hutman
    Pillsbury
    Pillsbury | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked
    Aaron Hutman represents clients in numerous industries in export controls and economic sanctions matters. Industries include finance, defense and energy.
  2. 4
    Ajay Kuntamukkala
    Hogan Lovells US LLP
    Hogan Lovells US LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 8 Years Ranked
    Ajay Kuntamukkala handles a range of export controls and economic sanctions matters. He frequently advises on China-related issues.
  3. 4
    Aleksandar Dukic
    Hogan Lovells US LLP
    Hogan Lovells US LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 5 Years Ranked
    Aleksandar Dukic has broad experience assisting with complex sanctions issues. He works with a range of national and international companies.
  4. Ama Adams
    4
    Ama Adams
    Ropes & Gray LLP
    Ropes & Gray LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked
    Ama 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.
  5. Anne E Seymour
    4
    Anne E Seymour
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked
    Anne Seymour has a notable practice advising clients on export controls and economic sanctions matters in a variety of sectors, including software and technology.
  6. Britt Mosman
    4
    Britt Mosman
    Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
    Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked

    Britt Mosman has a broad and notable international trade practice across export controls and sanctions.

  7. Christopher Timura
    4
    Christopher Timura
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked
    Christopher Timura has a strong sanctions practice advising clients in sectors such as venture capital, banking and technology.
  8. Cristina Brayton-Lewis
    4
    Cristina Brayton-Lewis
    White & Case LLP
    White & Case LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 5 Years Ranked
    Cristina Brayton-Lewis has extensive experience providing guidance on matters concerning compliance with sanctions regimes.
  9. Daniel Fisher-Owens
    4
    Daniel Fisher-Owens
    Berliner Corcoran & Rowe LLP
    Berliner Corcoran & Rowe LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 5 Years Ranked
    Daniel Fisher-Owens has a strength guiding clients through compliance with OFAC regulations. He has extensive experience in representing technology manufacturers.
  10. David (DJ) Wolff
    4
    David (DJ) Wolff
    Crowell & Moring LLP
    Crowell & Moring LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 4 Years Ranked
    David (DJ) Wolff has notable experience in areas including anti-boycotting, anti-money laundering and export controls.
  11. Eric Kadel
    4
    Eric Kadel
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 10 Years Ranked
    Eric Kadel is particularly strong at handling economic sanctions matters, including OFAC-related issues.
  12. Eric S Volkman
    4
    Eric S Volkman
    Latham & Watkins LLP
    Latham & Watkins LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 5 Years Ranked
    Eric Volkman works on export controls and economic sanctions matters. He advises both US and international clients.
  13. George Kleinfeld
    4
    George Kleinfeld
    Clifford Chance US LLP
    Clifford Chance US LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 18 Years Ranked
    George Kleinfeld has an expansive trade practice focusing on export controls and economic sanctions. He often works with financial institutions.
  14. 4
    Harry L Clark
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 20 Years Ranked
    Harry Clark is an experienced practitioner who handles export controls and economic sanctions work. He also regularly handles CFIUS reviews.
  15. Jacob Osborn
    4
    Jacob Osborn
    Goodwin
    Goodwin | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 7 Years Ranked
    Jacob Osborn regularly advises clients on compliance with export controls and sanctions regimes. He also counsels clients through the CFIUS review process.
  16. Jeremy Zucker
    4
    Jeremy Zucker
    Dechert LLP
    Dechert LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 8 Years Ranked
    Jeremy Zucker handles the full spectrum of trade controls work. He often assists clients with conducting internal audits for EAR and ITAR compliance.
  17. Leigh Hansson
    4
    Leigh Hansson
    Reed Smith LLP
    Reed Smith LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 5 Years Ranked
    Leigh 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.
  18. Michael Gershberg
    4
    Michael Gershberg
    Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP
    Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 5 Years Ranked
    Michael Gershberg of Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP has a broad trade practice counseling clients on ITAR and other export control compliance issues.
  19. Michael Lowell
    4
    Michael Lowell
    Reed Smith LLP
    Reed Smith LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 7 Years Ranked
    Michael 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.
  20. Nabeel Yousef
    4
    Nabeel Yousef
    Freshfields US LLP
    Freshfields US LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 5 Years Ranked
    Nabeel Yousef has a robust trade practice and often works on export controls and economic sanctions matters.
  21. Ryan Fayhee
    4
    Ryan Fayhee
    Akin
    Akin | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked
    Ryan Fayhee serves clients across a range of industries, including financial services, private equity, technology, aerospace, telecommunications and others.
  22. Stephan E Becker
    4
    Stephan E Becker
    Pillsbury
    Pillsbury | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 19 Years Ranked
    Stephan 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.
  23. 4
    Stephen Propst
    Hogan Lovells US LLP
    Hogan Lovells US LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 7 Years Ranked
    Stephen Propst comes recommended for his highly regarded exports and sanctions practice. He works with both domestic and international clients.
  24. Tahlia Townsend
    4
    Tahlia Townsend
    Holland & Knight LLP
    Holland & Knight LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 6 Years Ranked
    Tahlia Townsend is highlighted by sources for her strong trade controls practice. She regularly handles OFAC-related matters.
  25. Tamer Soliman
    4
    Tamer Soliman
    Mayer Brown LLP
    Mayer Brown LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked
    Tamer Soliman advises clients in a wide range of export controls and sanctions matters, with related strengths in national security issues.
  26. Timothy  O'Toole
    4
    Timothy O'Toole
    Miller & Chevalier Chartered
    Miller & Chevalier Chartered | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 5 Years Ranked
    Timothy O'Toole is well regarded for his work with financial services companies. He counsels on compliance with the US sanctions regime.
  27. 4
    Will Schisa
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked
    Will Schisa is recognized for his capabilities in handling export controls and economic sanctions matters. His clients include financial institutions.
  28. Alexandra Baj
    Steptoe LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4
  29. Cortney O'Toole Morgan
    Husch Blackwell LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4
  30. Eric R McClafferty
    Kelley Drye & Warren LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4
  31. John R Shane
    Wiley | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4
  32. Melissa Duffy
    Fenwick | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4
  33. Olga Torres
    Torres Trade Law, PLLC | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4
  34. Roszel C Thomsen II
    Thomsen & Burke LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 4
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Band 5

  1. 5
    Alison Stafford Powell
    Baker McKenzie
    Baker McKenzie | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5 | 1 Years Ranked
    Alison Stafford Powell handles a range of trade control matters. Her clients include telecommunications companies and private equity funds.
  2. Anne Borkovic
    5
    Anne Borkovic
    Akin
    Akin | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5 | 4 Years Ranked
    Anne Borkovic is noted for advising clients on trade control issues. Her clients include those in the technology and healthcare sectors.
  3. 5
    Aseel Rabie
    Debevoise & Plimpton LLP
    Debevoise & Plimpton LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5 | 1 Years Ranked

    Aseel 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.

  4. Brandon Van Grack
    5
    Brandon Van Grack
    Morrison Foerster
    Morrison Foerster | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5 | 2 Years Ranked

    Brandon 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
    5
    Brian Egan
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5 | 5 Years Ranked
    Brian Egan has a well-rounded trade practice. He assists clients with issues concerning export controls, economic sanctions and CFIUS reviews.
  6. David R Johnson
    5
    David R Johnson
    Vinson & Elkins LLP
    Vinson & Elkins LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5 | 18 Years Ranked

    David Johnson of Vinson & Elkins concentrates his practice on export controls and economic sanctions. He works on compliance matters and on OFAC-related cases.

  7. 5
    Jaelyn Judelson
    Akin
    Akin | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5 | 1 Years Ranked

    Jaelyn Judelson regularly advises clients on trade control issues. She is noted for her particular expertise representing clients in the technology sector.

  8. John F McKenzie
    5
    John F McKenzie
    Baker McKenzie
    Baker McKenzie | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5 | 10 Years Ranked
    John McKenzie garners praise for his trade regulations practice and he regularly advises on export controls work. He also handles customs-related matters.
  9. Jonathan Poling
    5
    Jonathan Poling
    Akin
    Akin | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5 | 5 Years Ranked
    Jonathan Poling has an extensive international trade practice. He often advises on export control matters.
  10. 5
    Kenneth Nunnenkamp
    Blank Rome LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5 | 5 Years Ranked
    Kenneth 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.
  11. Kerry Contini
    5
    Kerry Contini
    Baker McKenzie
    Baker McKenzie | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5 | 5 Years Ranked
    Kerry 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.
  12. Lawrence Ward
    5
    Lawrence Ward
    Dorsey & Whitney LLP
    Dorsey & Whitney LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5 | 3 Years Ranked
    Lawrence Ward is experienced in both export controls and economic sanctions and is noted for his expertise in the technology sector.
  13. Maura Rezendes
    5
    Maura Rezendes
    Sidley Austin LLP
    Sidley Austin LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5 | 2 Years Ranked
    Maura Rezendes has significant experience dealing with OFAC and other US regulators in the international trade space.
  14. 5
    Michael Zolandz
    Dentons LLP
    Dentons LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5 | 2 Years Ranked
    Michael Zolandz of Dentons has a notable sanctions compliance practice, with strong experience representing clients before US agencies.
  15. 5
    Perry S Bechky
    Berliner Corcoran & Rowe LLP
    Berliner Corcoran & Rowe LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5 | 1 Years Ranked

    Perry Bechky has strong experience in sanctions work, especially regarding OFAC regulations. Perry also has experience representing clients in CFIUS reviews.

  16. 5
    Shiva Aminian
    Akin
    Akin | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5 | 1 Years Ranked

    Shiva Aminian has a strong international trade practice. She is noted for her strength in export control matters and her work in the technology sector.

  17. Stephanie Brown Cripps
    5
    Stephanie Brown Cripps
    Freshfields US LLP
    Freshfields US LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5 | 4 Years Ranked
    Stephanie Brown Cripps works with clients on issues such as export controls and economic sanctions. She also advises on AML issues.
  18. Susan M C Kovarovics
    5
    Susan M C Kovarovics
    Akin
    Akin | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5 | 5 Years Ranked
    Susan Kovarovics regularly advises clients on compliance with ITAR and EAR. She often works with those in the defense, manufacturing and aerospace industries.
  19. Annie Froehlich
    Cooley LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5
  20. Barbara Linney
    BakerHostetler LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5
  21. Brian Fleming
    Steptoe LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5
  22. David J Levine
    McDermott Will & Schulte | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5
  23. Francesca M.S. Guerrero
    Thompson Hine LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5
  24. Ginger Faulk
    Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5
  25. Grant Leach
    Husch Blackwell LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5
  26. Jason Wright
    Steptoe LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5
  27. Lana Muranovic
    BakerHostetler LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5
  28. Michael L Burton
    Jacobson Burton Kelley PLLC | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5
  29. Robert Slack
    Fenwick | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Band 5
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Up and Coming

  1. Andrew Galdes
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    Andrew Galdes
    Latham & Watkins LLP
    Latham & Watkins LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Up and Coming | 2 Years Ranked
    Andrew Galdes assists clients with a range of trade control issues. He often handles OFAC, EAR and ITAR-related matters.
  2. Brendan C Hanifin
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    Brendan C Hanifin
    Ropes & Gray LLP
    Ropes & Gray LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Up and Coming | 2 Years Ranked
    Brendan Hanifin routinely acts on regulatory and transactional trade matters for a variety of clients, including those in the energy, finance and life sciences industries.
  3. Samuel Chang
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    Samuel Chang
    Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
    Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Up and Coming | 2 Years Ranked
    Samuel Chang assists clients in a range of export controls and sanctions matters, on both the regulatory and enforcement sides.
  4. Christopher Monahan
    Faegre Drinker | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Up and Coming

Associates to watch

  1. Talya Hutchison
    Talya Hutchison
    Paul Hastings LLP
    Paul Hastings LLP | International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
    2026 | Associates to watch | 2 Years Ranked
    Talya Hutchison regularly advises foreign-owned clients on the many facets of US export controls and sanctions compliance.