With experience across federal trade policy, Kelley Drye & Warren LLP is well positioned to advise US manufacturers on import tariffs, antidumping, countervailing duty, and safeguarding matters. The Washington DC team is also experienced in handling federal advocacy proceedings. Spearheading the practice is John Herrmann, who represents the metal, chemical, and agriculture industries in litigation and policy matters. Paul Rosenthal advises a wide range of domestic industry clients in antidumping and countervailing duty cases. Kathleen Cannon is experienced in presenting cases before the International Trade Commission, while Brooke Ringel represents domestic producers before the federal administrative agencies and courts. Alan Luberda focuses on the steel, consumer products, industrial equipment, and agriculture industries, assisting clients with trade regulation and litigation matters. The team was strengthened further with the addition of Carrie Owens in October 2025.
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Testimonials
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‘Kelley Drye’s trade remedies and trade policy team is highly effective in fast-moving and high-risk situations. The lawyers combine deep technical knowledge with practical judgment and a clear understanding of how trade actions affect business decisions and supply chains. The team is responsive, well coordinated, and able to scale quickly when conditions change.’
‘The individuals I work with stand out for their availability, clarity, and sound judgment. Partners are hands-on and engaged, and associates are technically strong, reliable, and responsive. The team works efficiently and communicates clearly, even under tight deadlines. This consistency and depth set them apart from competitors.’
‘Knowledge of subject matter and ability to take legal terminology and make it understandable. Availability of personnel.’
‘Knowledge, availability, and ability to answer questions in a clear and concise manner. Brooke is easy to reach and answers all my dumb questions! She has done a great job representing our coalition.’
‘Brooke Ringel and Alan Luberda are incredibly knowledgeable and very transparent. They are very collaborative and incredibly responsive.’
‘They are willing to go the extra mile to find a solution, to ensure that everyone is clear on the objective and possible outcome. They do not try to sell you on something that they do not feel can be won.’
Key clients
- Eastman Kodak Company
- The Aluminum Association
- ArcelorMittal USA
- Edsal Manufacturing
- Archer Daniels Midland Company
- Reynolds Consumer Products
- Cool Seal USA
- Worthington Enterprises
- Alpek Polyester
- Darling Fibers
Work highlights
Advised the US aluminium foil container industry and secured a major trade enforcement victory with new AD/CVD orders on containers from China.
Represented and secured a critical win for U.S. manufacturers of overhead door springs with the imposition of new AD/CVD orders on imports of overhead door springs from China and India.
Lawyers
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
John Herrmann
Other key lawyers
Paul Rosenthal; Kathleen Cannon; Brooke Ringel; Alan Luberda; Carrie Owens