Sanctions
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 3
Chambers Review
Herbert Smith Freehills leverages the global strength of its corporate crime and investigations team to provide its clients with sanctions expertise. The firm advises clients, including financial institutions, across a number of sectors globally. The firm is noted for its expertise in counselling clients on compliance and disputes relating to UN, EU, UK, Australian and US sanctions regimes.
Work Highlights
- Herbert Smith Freehills represented Société Generale SA in respect of a claim brought by a Russian fertiliser company, which it was unable to honour due to the presence of international sanctions.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Herbert Smith Freehills provides advice that is not only timely but considers various aspects and allows a read-across into other similar scenarios."
"Complex issues were handled with precision and accuracy. The advice was always delivered from a commercial perspective."
"Herbert Smith Freehills has abroad bench of excellent lawyers at all levels. The advice is on point."
"Herbert Smith Freehills provides advice that is not only timely but considers various aspects and allows a read-across into other similar scenarios."
"Complex issues were handled with precision and accuracy. The advice was always delivered from a commercial perspective."
"Herbert Smith Freehills has abroad bench of excellent lawyers at all levels. The advice is on point."
Notable Practitioners
Susannah Cogman is recognised for her work advising clients on sanctions compliance relating to countries such as Russia, Iran and Libya.
"Susannah is a true subject matter expert."
"Susannah is excellent."
"Susannah is available at short notice and often provides alternative approaches when commercial aspects are a consideration."