Investors and multinational corporations turn to the team at King & Spalding for CFIUS filings and advisory work related to investments, takeovers and capital raises. The team has a focus on clients operating in energy, infrastructure, real estate, and technology sectors, but is highlighted for its specialist knowledge in matters related to hyperscale data centers. Christine Savage leads the firm’s CFIUS, export controls and sanctions practice from Washington DC, with core strengths in fintech, aerospace and defense. With ‘vast experience and connection within the regulatory circle’, Philip Ludvigson is an active and key CFIUS advisor, with notable expertise leading large transactions. Jamieson Greer departed in February 2025.
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Testimonials
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- 'Phil Ludvigson has unique expertise to counsel clients on CFIUS matters, based on his experience as a senior leader of CFIUS during a formative phase of its existence and growth. This kind of firsthand knowledge is difficult to replicate from experience in the bar alone.'
- 'Philip Ludvigson has been instrumental in the formulation and execution of our CFIUS strategy. His vast experience and connections within the regulatory circle have proved to be critical in how we assess investments in the US and how we can maintain compliance amid a changing regulatory landscape.'
- 'Philip Ludvigson addresses our questions directly and doesn't beat around the bush.'
Key clients
- Arcapita
- Instar Asset Management
- Kodiak Gas Services, Inc.
- Source Capital LLC
Work highlights
Advised Arcapita in its acquisition of a controlling stake in Trustpoint, which involved a thorough analysis to determine whether filings were necessary or advisable with CFIUS.
Practice head
Christine Savage
Other key lawyers
Philip Ludvigson