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United States • International trade and national security

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CFIUS

Leveraging Baker McKenzie‘s international presence, the team, which forms part of the global trade compliance practice, is capable of advising on the CFIUS aspects of large, multi-jurisdictional transactions across various sensitive industries, including semiconductors and defense. It is a strong choice for companies seeking advice on CFIUS filing strategies, and compliance with, and negotiation of, mitigation agreements. The ’excellent’ Rod Hunter is noted for his experience as White House lead and has a strong track record before CFIUS. Sylwia Lis is another active senior partner who is also a strong choice for advice on CFIUS implications and strategy as part of corporate transactions. Lise Test and Alexandra Kumar are other key team members.
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  • ‘Rod Hunter and the CFIUS team at Baker McKenzie are the best in the business. I have worked with others and the deep expertise that Rod possesses, experience and relationships in both government and industry, and the ability to understand the impact on the business is truly exceptional.'

  • 'Rod Hunter maintains close engagement, understands the business, and is expert at the nuances and the key players in the government negotiating and monitoring CFIUS agreements.’

  • ‘Detailed understanding of the nuances of regulations and statutes, coupled with strong relationships with the key people in the government responsible for CFIUS. Also, strong understanding of the business side and how companies can manage implementation in a cost effective and efficient manner.’

  • ‘Rod Hunter is an excellent CFIUS lawyer, and is able to draw from decades of practice, along with significant US government experience. His legal reasoning is always first rate and thoughtful, and he knows the pressure points on any given transaction. He is very effective is direct advocacy for his clients.'

  • ‘Sylwia and the team are very detail-oriented and good at providing in-depth analysis ’

  • ‘Rod Hunter is fully familiar with our business and practices, which leads to a very efficient working relationship. He is also extremely knowledgeable not only on the CFIUS-related laws, but also on latest developments and practices. His trusted guidance has been invaluable to our organization in navigating the changing CFIUS landscape.'

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Rod Hunter; Sylwia Lis; Lise Test; Alexandra Kumar

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