International Trade: Customs
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 4
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King & Spalding LLP has a noted practice that demonstrates strength in trade remedies and is particularly well regarded for its representation of petitioners. The firm maintains a strong bench with partners experienced in antidumping and countervailing duty disputes. The team also handles export controls and economic sanctions work, often advising clients in the aerospace, defense, energy and life sciences sectors. The firm is also experienced in handling customs work and regularly advises on a range of compliance matters.
Work Highlights
- King & Spalding LLP assisted clients in the financial services sector with responding to subpoenas issued by OFAC for transactions relating to countries subject to US sanctions.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The King & Spalding team is very adept at handling complex matters in international trade."
"The team is very knowledgeable and great to work with."
"They are subject matter experts and provide a great level of service."
"The King & Spalding team is very adept at handling complex matters in international trade."
"The team is very knowledgeable and great to work with."
"They are subject matter experts and provide a great level of service."
Notable Practitioners
Christine Savage focuses her practice on economic sanctions and export controls. She is experienced in guiding clients through internal compliance audits.
"She is always very responsive, provides excellent advice and is a huge help."
"Christine is an excellent adviser who is business-oriented and practical."
Michael Taylor handles customs compliance matters, among other areas of work. He also assists clients with customs classification issues.
"Michael is always on the lookout for things we need to know as a client."
Stephen Orava chairs the trade team at the firm and handles a range of disputes. He often handles antidumping and countervailing duty cases.
"Stephen is very strategic and versed in matters pertaining to international trade."
"He is extremely knowledgeable of the situation and provides guidance on how we should proceed."
Stephen Vaughn regularly assists manufacturers with complex antidumping and countervailing duty cases in international courts. He also works on trade policy matters.
"Stephen has in-depth knowledge of the trade commission, trade laws and how to present a case."
"He is very prominent, plugged in and a solid lawyer."