Akin advises on the full range of sanctions issues, from preventative compliance advice to internal investigations and high-stakes litigation. The team also facilitates challenging transactions, including corporate divestments and restructurings involving assets affected by ongoing sanctions. Co-chair Jasper Helder frequently devises policy and strategy to shield clients from sanctions and export-control risks. Fellow co-chair Chiara Klaui’s broad expertise spans export controls, sanctions, customs, anti-corruption and national security matters.
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Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Jasper Heldar and Chiaria Klaui are among the most experienced European trade controls lawyers in the market.'
‘They offer competent coverage for all three major sanctions regimes.'
‘Jasper Helder, partner, been covering us in highly complex matters for years. Understands client needs without compromising on advice. Straight shooter.’
‘The EU sanctions practice is superb. They provide very clear and practical advice that gives confidence to decision makers in the company.’
‘They are incredible fast in treating our requests, and the quality is always impeccable.'
Key clients
- Booking.com
- Booking Holdings Inc.
- Carrier
- International Flavors & Fragrances
- Japan Tobacco International
- Mammoet Holding B.V.
- MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company SA
- Nikon Europe B.V.
Work highlights
Advised Fortenova on various aspects of its corporate, finance, restructuring and antitrust work since.
Acts as EU, UK and US trade compliance advisor for Nexperia.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Jasper Helder; Chiara Klaui
Other key lawyers
Imogen Brooks; Stefan Tsakanakis