The legal community is abuzz with news that Scott Wise has joined Crowell & Moring as a partner in its international trade group based in Washington, D.C. Wise’s transition from Microsoft, where he served as assistant general counsel for global trade, marks a significant addition to Crowell & Moring’s capabilities in handling complex trade and regulatory issues.
With a career primarily centered on export controls and economic sanctions, Wise will bring his extensive expertise to the firm, particularly in emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and quantum computing. He is well-versed in navigating compliance frameworks under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which are critical in today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape.
This move underscores Crowell & Moring’s strategic intentions to bolster its representation and advisement in international trade, enabling companies to adeptly manage compliance with global trade regulations. By welcoming a legal expert from a tech giant like Microsoft, Crowell & Moring aims to enhance its ability to support its clients in addressing the intersection of technology, export regulation, and economic sanctions.
The integration of a figure like Wise, who possesses both deep legal knowledge and practical experience in global trade matters, is expected to benefit clients navigating the complexities of international trade, particularly as emerging technologies continue to pose new regulatory challenges.