White & Case LLP International Law Firm, Global Law Practice -
International Trade
Government actions increasingly affect companies involved in the
global trade of goods and services. Whether governments are
negotiating multilateral, regional or bilateral trade agreements, or
revising national laws and regulations, the involvement of governments
has a direct impact on the rules governing international trade. While
the ultimate goal may be a more liberalized trading system, the
immediate result is just as likely to be a thicket of rules,
procedures and exceptions. This can mean an even more difficult
business environment. Our International Trade group helps clients
manage the risks and maximize the opportunities associated with the
increasing regulation of international trade in goods and services.
Our practice extends throughout the globe and provides a range of
services designed to match the scope of global trade regulation and to
answer the needs of our clients wherever and whenever they arise.
Practice highlights An interdisciplinary global trade practice with
lawyers and trade professionals operating in 13 countries One of the
world's largest and most active practices in trade remedies, i.e.,
antidumping, countervailing duty and safeguards measures (in the US
and other key markets around the world) One of the world's largest and
most active practices in the law of the World Trade Organization
(WTO), led by the Geneva office An active practice helping companies
facing national and multinational export control restrictions and
sanctions Broad experience assisting companies in defending their
intellectual property rights in Section 337 import investigations A
global team to assist companies related to customs matters in all key
markets A knowledgeable team that thoroughly understands the bilateral
and regional trade agreements that affect our clients' interests Trade
due diligence advice to assist corporate clients in M&A transactions
Extensive experience working with sovereign governments, including
assistance in drafting the trade laws of many countries, including
Turkey, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and China In-depth knowledge
concerning a wide array of high- and low-tech goods, including
uranium, crude oil, steel, bicycles, lumber, textiles, semiconductors,
cheese, flowers, fish and shrimp and many others A dynamic practice
shaped to meet our clients' needs The lawyers and other professionals
in our trade practice believe the best way to serve our clients is
through the use of interdisciplinary teams located around the world.
This approach increases our efficiency and allows us to address our
clients' trade issues with the best possible talent in our network
quickly and effectively. Moreover, by deploying a multicultural and
multilingual global team, we are able to communicate and negotiate
with local trade officials in a manner that serves the best business
interests of our clients. This gives us an important competitive
advantage in the worldwide marketplace. View all lawyers in
International Trade AWARDS "Extensive global network, including
well-established teams in Brussels, Tokyo, Beijing and Washington,
DC." "Entrusted with high-stakes trade remedies proceedings initiated
by governments across the world, as well as matters concerning export
controls and sanctions."Chambers Global 2014 (International Trade/WTO)
"An impressive international offering, recognized for its trade
remedies practice at domestic and WTO levels."Chambers USA 2014
(International Trade/WTO) "The response times are good, and the advice
is clear and pragmatic."Chambers Europe 2014 (International Trade/WTO
– Belgium) "Although they’re a large firm, they work well
together. They’re our go-to firm for international matters."Chambers
Asia-Pacific Region 2014 (International Trade/WTO) "A firm of choice
for both leading corporates and sovereign entities"The Legal 500
United States 2014 (International Trade) "An excellent example of a
global network. They’re really global, really integrated and the
quality of their people is consistently high." "This firm is
highlighted for its exceptional international footprint, offering
local coverage in Brussels, Geneva, Tokyo, Beijing and Washington,
DC."Chambers Global 2013 (International Trade/WTO) "An excellent
amount of talent – very clever and flexible."Chambers Europe-wide
2013 International Trade Practice of the Year 2011 – 2012US News and
World Report–Best Lawyers 2011
