Economic Sanctions & Compliance

We assist individuals, States, financial institutions and corporations in navigating economic sanctions and compliance frameworks across jurisdictions, in complex and high-risk regulatory environments.

Strategic guidance in a rapidly evolving sanctions environment

We advise individuals, States, financial institutions and multinational groups on navigating EU, U.S., UK and UN sanctions regimes.

Our work includes designation challenges, delisting petitions, licensing strategies, sanctions-related litigation, and defence against enforcement actions.

We also design tailored compliance frameworks for regulated, politically exposed and high-risk environments.

Our advice sits at the intersection of sanctions, AML/CFT, export controls and anti-corruption regulation, enabling clients to operate with clarity and resilience in an increasingly restrictive global landscape.

Providing strategic analysis of EU, U.S. (OFAC), UK (OFSI), UN and other sanctions regimes.
Identifying exposure points and legal risks affecting international operations, joint ventures and sensitive cross-border transactions.

Conducting internal audits and regulatory investigations.
Defending against asset freezes, account closures and enforcement actions linked to sanctions exposure or financial restrictions.

Designing tailored sanctions compliance programmes, including transaction screening, third-party due diligence, escalation protocols, training and governance for multinational companies and regulated institutions.

Representing individuals and entities in proceedings before OFAC, OFSI and EU authorities.
Preparing delisting submissions, humanitarian or public-interest exemptions, and litigating before EU courts.

Advising on licence applications and exemptions under EU, U.S., UK and French regimes.
Structuring lawful activities and navigating humanitarian or public-interest justifications.

Providing guidance where sanctions intersect with AML/CFT, anti-bribery rules and dual-use export controls — particularly in high-risk jurisdictions or complex financial structures.

Representative matters

Legal Strategy for Sanctioned High-net-worth Individuals

Advised several individuals subject to EU, U.S., and UK sanctions on asset freezes and travel bans. Developed delisting strategies, coordinated with authorities, and conducted evidentiary analysis to support removal from restrictive lists.

Delisting Proceedings Before EU, OFAC & OFSI

Represented individuals and entities in delisting petitions before U.S. (OFAC), UK (OFSI), and EU bodies. Work included humanitarian-based applications, evidentiary submissions, and litigation before the General Court of the European Union.

Sanctions Compliance for a Sovereign Investment Vehicle

Designed and implemented a full compliance framework for a sovereign investment entity operating in jurisdictions under U.S., EU, and UK restrictions. The plan integrated screening, licensing risk, and third-party due diligence.

Defence Against Account Closures by Financial Institutions

Acted for clients whose accounts were frozen or closed by European banks based on internal sanctions policies. The firm challenged closure decisions and advised on reputational and operational continuity strategies.

Risk Assessment for Cross-border Energy Operations

Advised on sanctions risks in a multi-jurisdictional energy project involving Russian and Middle Eastern partners. Provided actionable structuring guidance under EU, OFAC, and OFSI regimes.

Arbitration Involving Sanctions-related Defences

Advised a sovereign party in international arbitration proceedings where the opposing side invoked economic sanctions to justify contractual non-performance and suspension.

Our Strategic Edge

• Legal and strategic counsel in delisting, enforcement, and sanctions-related arbitration.
• Tailored compliance support for financial institutions, investment vehicles, and multinational structures.
• Deep experience at the intersection of sanctions, trade, investment protection, and public international law.
• Seamless coordination of cross-border proceedings through a trusted global network of partner firms.