The international trade practice group at Akin in Switzerland stands out for its international regulatory expertise. It has decades of experience representing government clients in WTO litigation, and stands out for its work in the energy and trading industries. Notably, key individual Alan Yanovich often advises foreign governments and multinational corporations on policy issues, legislation, regulation and interagency policy formation. Jasper Helder‘s work involves advising on simultaneous UK, EU, and US trade compliance, and exposure to potential enforcement actions or other regulatory scrutiny. Chiara Klaui specialises in export controls, sanctions, customs, and anti-money laundering matters.
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‘Exceptional people providing a wide range of high quality, tailor made services and advice. Their knowledge, experience and flexibility is very much appreciated.’
‘I have worked with Alan Yanovich, who has shown himself to be an outstanding lawyer and advisor. He is knowledgeable and always up to date on his areas of expertise.’
‘The Akin team in Geneva, Switzerland is among the most active and informed groups covering the WTO today. The team is well informed about the WTO's work and proactively assists clients in finding ways to navigate broad emerging trends facing the global trading system.’
‘Alan Yanovich is among the best trade lawyers in the Geneva. His deep institutional knowledge and ability to sniff out emerging developments place him well ahead of the curve. I learn something new from Alan on a weekly basis and am grateful for his counsel.’
Kernmandanten
- Government of Korea, Ministry of Trade, Economy and Industry (MOTIE)
- Government of Japan, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI)
- Ministry of Trade of Costa Rica
- Ministry of Economy of the United Arab Emirates
- Government of Korea, Ministry of Trade, Economy and Industry (MOTIE)
- Japan Tobacco International
- Republic of Uzbekistan
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising the Government of South Korea, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (MOTIE) on a broad range of WTO and other international trade issues in relation to potential WTO litigation, bilateral negotiations and multilateral discussions.
- Working with the Government of Japan, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) on several WTO and international trade issues, including advising on WTO litigation and on market access barriers affecting Japanese exports in foreign markets.
- Successfully advising Costa Rica regarding antidumping duties imposed on exports of steel bars to the Dominican Republic.
Anwält*innen
Führende Partner*innen
Die stärksten Partner*innen ihres Praxisbereichs, die eine führende Rolle in signifikanten Mandaten einnehmen und weitreichende Anerkennung unter Wettbewerbern und Mandanten genießen.
Praxisleitung
Alan Yanovich
Weitere Kernanwält*innen
Jasper Helder; Chiara Klaui