Mr Jasper Helder > Akin > London, England > Lawyer Profile

Akin‘s international trade practice is often engaged on the negotiation of transactions affected by sanctions, as well as issues relating to compliance, investigations and enforcement matters. Practice co-chair Jasper Helder – ‘an absolute authority in his domain” – is a key contact for UK, EU and US trade compliance matters involving enforcement actions and other regulatory scrutiny. Fellow practice co-chair Chiara Klaui – regarded by one client as ‘truly outstanding‘ – regularly advises EU, UK and Swiss clients on trade compliance. In September 2024, the team was strengthened by the arrival of Ross Denton, highly experienced in international trade compliance.

The international trade practice group at Akin in Switzerland stands out for its international regulatory expertise. It has decades of experience representing government clients in WTO litigation, and stands out for its work in the energy and trading industries. Notably, key individual Alan Yanovich often advises foreign governments and multinational corporations on policy issues, legislation, regulation and interagency policy formation. Jasper Helder‘s work involves advising on simultaneous UK, EU, and US trade compliance, and exposure to potential enforcement actions or other regulatory scrutiny. Chiara Klaui specialises in export controls, sanctions, customs, and anti-money laundering matters.