Exports and Export-Related Controls Attorneys

Overview

In a turbulent international economy, the movement of goods and information across borders is increasingly fraught with legal exposure. Sheppard Mullin’s international trade team advises clients around the world to predict and solve export control issues.

Export Control Services

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) compliance
Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”) compliance
EU export control compliance
Global risk advisory services
Regulatory analysis and risk assessment
Export licensing
M&A due diligence
Export classifications and commodity jurisdiction requests
Sanctions and embargoes counseling
Export compliance programs
Compliance self-assessments and audits
Internal investigations
Criminal defense

Industries Represented

Aerospace and Defense
Aviation
Automotive and autonomous vehicles
Chemicals
Computer and Software
Consumer Goods
Electronics
Energy
Engineering
EV, Batteries and Materials
Healthcare
Life Sciences
Manufacturing
Medical products
Pharmaceuticals
Real Estate
Satellites
Semiconductors
Space propulsion
Technology
Telecommunications
Universities

Experience

Representative Matters

Obtained licenses and conducted investigations and disclosures to BIS regarding technology exports for a global satellite designers, manufacturers and operators
Advised global semiconductor designers and manufacturers in the United States, EU, and China on compliance and licensing strategy in the face of extreme regulatory changes across all three jurisdictions
Conducted an enterprise-wide ITAR and EAR compliance program review for a major U.S. defense contractor
Advised the board of directors and management team of a non-U.S. public company regarding current and future risks related to the U.S.-China strategic relationship
Designed and implemented a global export and import compliance system for a S.-based telecommunications equipment manufacturer
Advised a global automotive company in the establishment and deployment of export compliance processes, distributor agreement language, and training to U.S. and non-U.S. personnel
Advised a U.S. defense contractor in a voluntary disclosure of export violations to the U.S. Department of State, Department Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) resulting in closure of the case with no penalties
Successfully defended a U.S. high-tech manufacturer in a U.S. government export enforcement proceeding leading to the dismissal of criminal charges
Represented multiple U.S. and non-U.S. companies in sales of medicines, medical devices, food, consumer telecom products and agricultural goods to Cuba and Iran
Counseled a major international automaker on export, import, and sanctions compliance issues
Represented multiple U.S. and non-U.S. research universities in developing technology export compliance procedures