Among its practice strong suits, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP’s export controls and economic sanctions team is particularly recognized for its strength in Russia-related sanctions, where it possesses a strong record in handling Russia exit transactions. The group is also extremely active in advising on China and Venezuela-related sanctions regulations. From Washington DC, Nabeel Yousef spearheads the global sanctions, export controls and trade practice and is equipped to advise on an array of civil and criminal issues, including internal investigations and enforcement matters. In New York, the team draws on global financial institutions disputes head Kimberly Zelnick; and newly promoted partner, Stephanie Brown Cripps.

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Key clients

  • CDPQ
  • Amur/International Financing Syndicate
  • Japan Arctic LNG B.V.
  • Mitsui & Co
  • BT Group
  • MTN Group

Work highlights

  • Represented MTN Group in a federal Anti-Terrorism Act lawsuit and also advised on issues related to economic sanctions and export controls.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Nabeel Yousef, Kimberly Zelnick

Other key lawyers

Stephanie Brown Cripps