International Trade & Compliance

Global business operations are increasingly complex, with evolving regulations and heightened enforcement worldwide. Companies rely on Vedder for practical, business-focused counsel that helps them navigate these challenges, manage risk, and pursue growth with confidence.

Our International Trade & Compliance attorneys advise multinational companies, financial institutions, nonprofit organizations, and individuals on a broad range of international trade and cross-border compliance matters. With experience spanning dozens of jurisdictions, our team works closely with clients to identify and manage regulatory risk, respond to evolving legal requirements, and support both routine operations and high-value transactions. Engagements frequently involve export controls under ITAR and EAR, economic sanctions administered by OFAC, foreign investment review, anti-money laundering obligations, and anti-corruption laws, including the FCPA and the U.K. Bribery Act.

Clients rely on the team for guidance in building and evaluating compliance programs, conducting audits and risk assessments, advising on technology transfers, and supporting cross-border mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and investments. When concerns arise, the team conducts internal investigations, advises on remediation and voluntary disclosures, and represents clients in government inquiries, enforcement actions, and litigation. The group works closely with the firm’s Government Investigations and White Collar Defense colleagues, including former DOJ and SEC officials, to deliver coordinated, results-driven representation.

Across all engagements, the focus remains on managing risk, protecting enterprise value, and enabling clients to operate with confidence in the global marketplace.