Band 5
Provided by Heather Finstuen
Heather Finstuen has extensive experience advising clients on cross-border investment and related national security matters, as well as leading internal investigations and responding to U.S. government civil and criminal investigations.
In the national security area, Heather represents domestic and international companies in numerous industries in securing the approval of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) and provides counseling on negotiating, implementing, and complying with CFIUS national security agreements. She frequently advises clients on national industrial security regulations and engages with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency, the Department of Energy, and other cognizant security agencies on topics including the determination and mitigation of foreign ownership, control, or influence (FOCI). She also counsels defense contractors on National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) requirements, obtaining and maintaining facility and personnel security clearances, safeguarding requirements, supply chain considerations, and investigating and responding to compliance concerns.
Provided by Chambers
Heather Finstuen has a growing practice advising both US and international clients on securing CFIUS approval. Expertise also includes the mitigation of FOCI.
Provided by Chambers
"Heather is very knowledgeable, practical and thoughtful in her approach to all matters."
"Heather is a strong, important and reliable adviser."
"Heather is very knowledgeable, practical and thoughtful in her approach to all matters."
"Heather is a strong, important and reliable adviser."
