Posts by: Dmytro Konovalenko

Refer to Related Case Documents: E.O. 13662, Countering America’s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (CAATSA), PL 115-44; Ukraine Freedom Support Act of 2014 (UFSA); Support for the Sovereignty, Integrity, Democracy, and Economic Stability of Ukraine Act of 2014 (SSIDES); In Read more »

Refer to Related Case Documents: E.O. 13694 (as amended by E.O. 13757), the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. §§ 1701 et seq.) (IEEPA), and the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. §§ 1601 et seq.) Case Background Our legal team received a request from Cli Read more »

In the realm of community service, the collaboration between healthcare initiatives and specialized legal support, such as that provided by sanctions law firm, is increasingly crucial, especially for projects aimed at underserved populations. The Mitchell Wolfson Sr. Department o Read more »

In a significant development reported by the U.S. Treasury Department, renowned Mexican soccer player Rafael “Rafa” Marquez, alongside more than 20 individuals, has been placed under sanctions due to alleged financial connections with Raul Flores Hernandez, a figure s Read more »

As the global economy develops and international relations become stronger, more and more organizations and individuals are faced with the need to comply with OFAC sanctions and various international regulations. The main regulator is the US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC Read more »

In the landscape of financial oversight, two key U.S. government agencies hold significant sway: the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). Despite both residing under the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s umbrella and Read more »

Sanctions are one of the tools of international law used to influence countries, organisations, and individuals. Their primary aim is to prevent human rights abuses, military conflicts, and other global threats. The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the US Department of Read more »

An essential component of conducting international business is accurately identifying the countries that are closed to trade. The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) plays a key role in maintaining an up-to-date list of countries which are subject to OFAC sanctions. In doing Read more »

In an increasingly interconnected world, sanctions law has become an intricate field requiring a depth of knowledge and meticulous attention to detail. At the center of this legal universe is the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), a pivotal player in implementing and enforc Read more »

As the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) becomes more integral to international law and trade, a profound understanding of its regulations and sanctions is crucial for sanctions lawyers. This expertise allows for precise guidance to clients, ensuring compliance and minimizi Read more »

Steering through the complex realm of the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is a vital endeavor for attorneys specializing in sanctions law. Comprehending the roles, sanctions programs, and regulations formulated by OFAC is essential for proficiently advising clients, espec Read more »

As an OFAC sanctions lawyer, the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is a key regulatory agency you must be familiar with. Part of the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the OFAC’s guidance is instrumental in ensuring compliance with U.S. sanctions laws. Understanding and Read more »