With longstanding experience across the agriculture, steel, and energy industries, particularly nuclear and solar energy, Hogan Lovells US LLP’s Washington DC-based practice covers a full array of matters related to Chinese imports, national security implications, and bet-the-company trade litigation before US courts and arbitration panels. The team works closely with its offices across Asia, the EU, and the UK to advise on global matters. In a recent notable case, the team advised the Government of Ukraine on its mineral rights trade agreement with the US government. Practice head Jonathan Stoel brings extensive experience across the North American Free Trade Agreement and the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement. Deen Kaplan focuses on international trade and cybersecurity, with particular expertise in the agricultural sector. Craig Lewis defends steel companies in trade disputes, while Jared Wessel advises on matters at the intersection of trade and labor rights. Warren Maruyama is particularly experienced in US Administration’s policies involving China. Another key name is Maria Arboleda. Despite the departure of Kelly Ann Shaw in May 2025, Mayur Patel and Joshua Kurkland joined in June 2025, strengthening the team’s offerings.
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Accolades

Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Client satisfaction: NPS ®

Testimonials

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  • 'Very strong partners with long history in trade remedies and policy.'

  • 'Good cross-functional capabilities from nuts and bolts of AD/CVD proceedings to broader trade policy and strategic practice.’

  • ‘Jonathan Stoel is an expert in trade remedies, has good connections throughout the bar and government, and works very hard for his clients.’

  • ‘Hogan Lovells' trade and policy team in DC is unmatched - they combine deep industry knowledge with technical expertise to give their clients roadmaps and actionable advice.’

  • ‘Jonathan Stoel is an exceptional counselor. Anyone attempting to navigate trade issues or federal regulatory hurdles would do well to seek his advice.’

  • ‘Good communication and collaboration.’

Key clients

  • Government of Ukraine
  • PureFert Trading AG (formerly Phosagro)
  • Government of Ontario
  • Grupo Mexico
  • Berlin Packaging
  • PPG Industries, Inc.
  • National Corn Growers Association
  • American Soybean Association
  • ArcelorMittal Dofasco
  • Evraz NA
  • Canadian Solar

Work highlights

Representing the Government of Ukraine in its landmark mineral rights trade agreement with the United States government.
Representing ArcelorMittal Dofasco, the Canadian manufacturing arm of the steel and mining company, in the antidumping duty and countervailing duty investigation of Corrosion Resistant Steel Products from Canada before the US International Trade Commission and the US Department of Commerce.
Represented the Government of Ontario in major trade matters with the US over the past year, including the Softwood Lumber Dispute, USMCA implementation and broader trade policy, the corrosion-resistant (CORE) steel dispute, section 232.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Maria Arboleda
Maria Arboleda
Practice head

Jonathan Stoel; Ajay Kuntamukkala

Other key lawyers

Deen Kaplan; Craig Lewis; Warren Maruyama; Maria Arboleda; Mayur Patel; Joshua Kurkland