International trade and national security
Morrison Foerster's National Security practice, based in Washington DC, provides advisory and investigation capabilities on a comprehensive range of regulatory, compliance, and enforcement matters relating to export controls and economic sanctions. The team is acts on mandates from sovereign bodies, global financial institutions, and significant fintech companies. John Smith is a trusted authority on U.S and multilateral sanctions, whilst Brandon Van Grack and Charles Capito have deep knowledge of export control regulations. Former OFAC officials Rachel Fiorill and Andrea Delisi provide expertise through their direct experience within the governments' regulatory frameworks.
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John E. Smith | Morrison Foerster
John E. Smith, former Director of the U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), is co-head of Morrison Foerster’s National Security practice, and a member of the Crisis Management group and Investigations + White Collar group. After serving 11 years as a top official at OFAC and three years as its Director, Mr. Smith brings to the firm unmatched experience in economic sanctions, enforcement, and national security.
Both in the United States and globally, clients turn to Mr. Smith for his deep experience and unique perspective on the complexities and escalating risk of U.S. and multilateral sanctions. He is a trusted advisor for clients navigating significant civil and criminal enforcement actions by U.S. and other government prosecutors and regulators.
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- The Clearing House Walmart Stellantis JPMorgan Chase Wells Fargo ITOCHU Citigroup, Inc.