Reed Smith LLP

Reed Smith LLP maintains a strong position in the market for export controls and sanctions, assisting from Washington DC and across its US and international offices on complex compliance and enforcement matters. Covering the full spectrum of regulatory issues, the firm advises clients on investigations, voluntary disclosures, and post-settlement compliance, with notable strength in shipping, financial services, and manufacturing industries. The team is particularly well equipped to advise on ITAR, EAR, and OFAC-related mandates, drawing on its global regulatory enforcement capabilities. Chair of the regulatory enforcement group, Michael Lowell has noted experience in investigations and a full spectrum of enforcement mandates, while Leigh Hansson, who works in both London and DC, counsels clients in EAR, ITAR and OFAC. Denver-based Lizbeth Rodriguez-Johnson is positioned to advise on the development, drafting and implementation of export compliance systems.