White & Case LLP is regularly instructed by major global clients on high-profile trade law matters. Heading the team is longstanding trade defence expert James Killick, who assists on major and landmark safeguard and anti-dumping investigations and proceedings. Highly sought-after in the energy and tech sectors, Sara Nordin focuses her practice on sanctions, export control, and trade compliance matters. A further key contact is Genevra Forwood, who leads on contentious and regulatory trade matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Comprehensive understanding of the complete end-to-end process for successfully utilising the safeguard trade measure.'
- ‘Deep expertise in all relevant aspects of trade law, combined with the ability to convey the essential requirements and arguments in layman's terms.’
- ‘Partners' deep knowledge, including commercial knowledge of the industry.'
- ‘James Killick is the best among the best!’
- ‘From my experience, what truly sets this team apart is their exceptional ability to blend deep legal expertise with practical, business-savvy strategy. They don't just understand the law; they understand the commercial impact of every legal decision.'
- ‘Their deep understanding of both national and international legal frameworks, particularly under WTO rules, consistently positions the team as a leader in the field, earning them the respect and trust of clients and peers alike.’
Key clients
- EUROFER
- Qatar Energy
- Tenaris
- Saudi Aramco
- Imerys
- Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
- Kandelium
- Prometeon
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Practice head
James Killick
Other key lawyers
Genevra Forwood; Sara Nordin