International Trade: Customs
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 3
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Provided by Baker McKenzie
Baker McKenzie’s International Trade practice has been in existence for over 45 years and possesses a breadth of global coverage and depth of specialized expertise that is unrivaled by any of our competitors. Our US team –based in our Washington, DC, Chicago, New York, California and Amsterdam offices cover all aspects of international trade compliance (export controls and economic sanctions, customs compliance and facilitation, FCPA/anticorruption, CFIUS, trade remedies and Section 337) and is the center of influence for many of our most prominent global client relationships.
Baker McKenzie’s International Trade Practice is distinguished primarily by:
- Our global reach – our extensive experience in teaming with colleagues across borders to provide clients tailored, timely and multidimensional trade solutions is a key factor that sets us apart from all other law firms;
- Our deep expertise – our US team provides specialized legal expertise across all critical elements of international trade, including export controls and trade sanctions, customs compliance, foreign investment reviews, FCPA/anti-corruption and trade remedies; and
- Our cross-functional, multidisciplinary approach – our lawyers have robust synergies with other practice areas that help us to tackle complex issues at the intersection of trade compliance and M&A, tax and intellectual property.
Chambers Review
Baker McKenzie has a deep bench with extensive expertise in customs, export controls and economic sanctions. The firm offers services in trade enforcement and compliance, and OFAC and ITAR matters. The team is experienced in handling sanctions matters relating to Iran. The firm is well supported by an integrated network of global offices. Its client base includes those in the energy, financial services, healthcare and telecommunications sectors.
Work Highlights
- Baker McKenzie represented Smart Glove, a leading Malaysian glove manufacturer, in responding to a withhold release order by US Customs.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They are very knowledgeable and have great relationships with their clients."
"We always receive a clear response that points us in the right direction."
"They are always well prepared for conversations and discussions."
"They are very knowledgeable and have great relationships with their clients."
"We always receive a clear response that points us in the right direction."
"They are always well prepared for conversations and discussions."
Notable Practitioners
Janet Kim handles a range of export controls and economic sanctions matters. She often works with clients such as financial services and construction companies.
"She is coordinated, proactive in her approach and puts clients first."
"Janet deeply understands our business and is able to provide business-friendly and practical advice that we can put directly into action."
Chandri Navarro draws on her extensive experience to effectively guide clients through an array of customs and trade compliance matters.
"Chandri is very knowledgeable. She has strong experience in customs and trade compliance matters."
"She is a good lawyer who offers timely and relevant advice."
Alison Stafford Powell handles a range of trade control matters. Her clients include telecommunications companies and private equity funds.
"She is responsive, knowledgeable and well connected."
"Alison understands our business and provides appropriate advice."
John McKenzie garners praise for his trade regulations practice and he regularly advises on export controls work. He also handles customs-related matters.
"John is very professional on cross-border transactions and international trade regulations."
"John is a great lawyer."
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.
"Kerry is extremely responsive and is able to quickly analyze and give practical legal advice."
"Kerry is knowledgeable, communicative and a pleasure to work with."
Rod Hunter ably assists clients with CFIUS matters utilizing his valuable governmental experience.
"Rod is a great strategic thinker and he is detail-oriented."
Christine Streatfeild is active on a range of trade work, with notable experience representing clients before the ITC.
"Christine is excellent - she is timely, thorough and knowledgeable."
"She is very thoughtful, very methodical and insightful."
Justin Becker is an associate in the team who regularly assists with trade remedy and trade policy matters.
Ranked Lawyers at
Baker McKenzie
USA - Nationwide
Members
Provided by Baker McKenzie
Alexandre Lamy
Bart McMillan
Christine Streatfeild
Eunkyung Kim Shin
Head of Department
Meredith DeMent
Sylwia Lis
Terence Gilroy
Industries
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Financial Institutions
Industrial
Manufacturing
Pharmaceuticals
Retail
Technology