Fieldfisher’s London-based International Trade team is recognised as a leading UK practice, noted for advising public and private sector clients on trade negotiations, sanctions, export controls, and trade remedies. The team is particularly strong in free trade agreement negotiations, WTO compliance, customs issues, and regulatory matters linked to supply chain operations. Led by Andrew Hood, the group is especially sought after by UK government agencies for support on ongoing trade agreement negotiations.
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Accolades
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Testimonials
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- ‘Andrew Hood, Partner, brings exceptional insight into the international sanctions landscape.'
- ‘What sets this practice apart is its rare ability to seamlessly advise on both UK and EU sanctions regimes, with equal depth and fluency. Their advice is not only technically sound, but grounded in a nuanced understanding of the geopolitical and policy contexts.'
Key clients
- Department for Business and Trade
- Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office
Work highlights
Advising the UK Government in all aspects of its free trade agreement negotiations with Turkey.
Practice head
Andrew Hood
Other key lawyers
Vansh Gupta; Roland Scarlett; Allison McClelland; Nathalie Reid; Ursula Monney