Latham brims with former high-ranking government officials and experienced lawyers deeply familiar with US regulatory, legislative, and law enforcement bodies. We know the people, institutions, laws, and customs that steer US policy and shape global markets. We bring direct experience and first-hand familiarity to help clients navigate Washington’s many power centers, whether the matter involves responding to a federal investigation, securing regulatory approvals, working with Congress, developing federal policy, or litigating against or alongside the government.
Discover how Latham can help you navigate specific US government departments, agencies, and branches of government below.
Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS)
Department of Commerce – Export Administration Regulations (EAR)
Department of Commerce – National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
Department of Defense – US Army Corps of Engineers (Army Corps)
Department of Energy (DOE) and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) – Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Department of Justice (DOJ) – Antitrust Division and Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
Department of Justice (DOJ) – Criminal Division and US Attorneys' Offices
Department of Justice (DOJ) – Environment and Natural Resources Division
Department of State – International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
Department of the Treasury – Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) – Division of Enforcement
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) – Division of Investment Management
With the government shutdown in effect, many federal agencies are operating with limited staff, leading to delays in regulatory approvals, permits, and federal contracts.
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