Pairing ‘extremely solid technical skills’ with deep and client-focused business knowledge, the international trade and regulatory compliance team at Steptoe LLP is entrusted by leading clients in the industrial, energy, and chemicals segments on complex EU trade matters. Possessing ’extensive experience in international trade policy’, managing partner and practice head Renato Antonini acts for major multinational clients in business-critical anti-subsidy and anti-dumping investigations, particularly in the metals, minerals, and chemicals sectors. Bringing further expertise to the team, Eva Monard regularly assists Chinese public- and private-sector clients with EU trade defence, customs, and sanctions matters.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Testimonials
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- ‘Steptoe LLP stands out for its strong expertise and client-focused approach. Their focus on collaboration sets them apart, making them a top choice in the market.’
- ‘The team has extremely solid technical skills and is able to comprehend complicated industry and technical knowledge and base their approach on the client's business and technical strengths. They are very client-oriented and work seamlessly as part of our team.’
Key clients
- Tesla
- EcoCeres
Work highlights
Representing Tesla in the EU's significant anti-subsidy investigation into Chinese Electric Vehicles (EVs) imports, initiated in October 2023.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Eva Monard
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Yongqing Bao
Practice head
Renato Antonini
Other key lawyers
Eva Monard; Yongqing Bao