Counting companies from the pharmaceutical, technology, and sports industries amongst its client-base, the Reed Smith LLP team specialises heavily in US, UK, and EU sanctions issues, along with complex internal investigations. The practice is jointly led by Rosanne Kay and Charles Hewetson, each of whom bring in-depth expertise in financial crime proceedings and regulatory investigations. Leigh Hansson is an ‘excellent sanctions lawyer’ who focuses primarily on Russian sanctions violations, while Emma Shafton covers white-collar criminal defence issues. The team continues to grow with the addition of Patrick Rappo in July 2023 from DLA Piper.
Testimonials
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‘The sanctions team at Reed Smith truly are unique. Not only do they understand international trade and shipping they have long established specialised sanctions teams in the UK, US, EU and other jurisdictions.'
- 'Their experience coupled with their understanding of the shipping industry cannot be overstated. There are very few lawyers and even fewer firms that I trust in this space to deliver considered, commercial and timely advice. Reed Smith is at the very top of a very short list.’