International Trade: CFIUS Experts
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Band 4
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+1 202 887 1500Chambers Review
Morrison Foerster has a well-regarded practice known for its deep experience handling CFIUS reviews. Its expertise also covers FIRRMA and FARA. The firm's client base includes high-profile investment funds, which it regularly advises on export controls and economic sanctions issues.
Work Highlights
- Morrison Foerster continued to advise the Office of the Ukrainian President following the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The team advised on regulatory issues and provided guidance with US government engagement.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm offers a strong combination of substantive expertise in export controls and sanctions and deep experience with government investigations and enforcement matters."
"Morrison Foerster provides unique perspectives and insights on sanctions issues."
"Morrison Foerster has a deep bench with broad expertise."
"The firm offers a strong combination of substantive expertise in export controls and sanctions and deep experience with government investigations and enforcement matters."
"Morrison Foerster provides unique perspectives and insights on sanctions issues."
"Morrison Foerster has a deep bench with broad expertise."
Notable Practitioners
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.
"John has a deep understanding of the inner workings of OFAC and a unique perspective on OFAC issues."
"John goes to great lengths to understand what the client wants and needs."
Charles Capito routinely counsels clients on a range of trade issues. He is especially known for guiding clients on CFIUS risk and the approval process.
"Charles is very responsive, very effective and knows how to explain the law."
"Charles is an excellent CFIUS practitioner who knows the industries and players very well."
Brandon Van Grack has a strong practice on the national security side of trade, assisting clients with sanctions, export controls and foreign investments.
"Brandon is a great lawyer - highly responsive and a great communicator."
"His experience and judgement are excellent and I thoroughly enjoy working with him."
James Brower frequently guides clients through matters relating to CFIUS and national security.
"James is an excellent attorney with great client skills and substantive expertise."
"He is very practical and knowledgeable."
Ranked Lawyers at
Morrison Foerster
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