ArentFox Schiff has bolstered its international trade and investment practice in Washington by welcoming Chris Skinner as a partner. Skinner’s addition to the firm was officially announced on Wednesday, marking a significant step for their international trade team.
Skinner comes with a robust portfolio of expertise in navigating complex regulatory landscapes associated with international transactions. His advisory work encompasses U.S. export restrictions under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations, economic sanctions overseen by the Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control, and the Export Administration Regulations administered by the Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security.
Part of Skinner’s remit at ArentFox Schiff will include providing counsel on mergers and acquisitions that necessitate national security reviews by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), a critical area for any firm dealing in transnational corporate transactions.
The firm emphasized Skinner’s role in advancing their capabilities in managing regulatory risks and facilitating international business operations, highlighting the importance of strategic legal insight in global commerce. For further details, ArentFox Schiff’s official announcement provides more insight into Skinner’s expertise and expected contributions to the firm.
This move comes as part of a broader strategy by ArentFox Schiff to expand and enhance their legal services in international trade law, reflecting wider trends within the legal industry where firms are increasingly prioritizing specialization in areas critical to global operations. For the original news coverage, visit Bloomberg Law.