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Morrison Foerster‘s National Security bench encompasses subteams that specialize in economic sanctions, CFIUS, government contracts, privacy and data, and cyber-breach response. Practice co-head John Smith, a former OFAC director, focuses on economic sanctions. Brandon Van Grack leads the team alongside Smith and handles investigations, criminal defense, and a range of compliance matters. Charles Capito has a deep knowledge of the CFIUS framework. James Brower, promoted to Partner in 2024, focuses on CFIUS mitigation. Rachel Fiorill is a sanctions expert.
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Testimonials
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‘MoFo is a highly reputable firm with a well regarded CFIUS practice. They are professional, collegial, and a pleasure to work with.’
‘James Brower is an exceptional CFIUS attorney. He has experience within the Committee and has valuable insight into the deliberative process. James is also very knowledgeable and easy to work with.’
Key clients
- Anthony Ornato
- Citigroup, Inc.
Work highlights
- Represent SoftBank, one of the largest global technology holding companies, on CFIUS and related national security aspects of acquisitions and investments in companies in a wide range of industry sectors.
- Act as lead counsel representing Jean-Paul Van Avermaet, the former CEO of security services company G4S Belgium and most currently the CEO of Colmar Group, whom the DOJ’s Antitrust Division indicted for alleged fixing prices and rigging bids on contracts with the DOD and NATO.