Pairing ‘extremely solid technical skills’ with deep and client-focused business knowledge, the international trade and regulatory compliance team at Steptoe LLP is entrusted by leading clients in the industrial, energy, and chemicals segments on complex EU trade matters. Possessing ’extensive experience in international trade policy’, managing partner and practice head Renato Antonini acts for major multinational clients in business-critical anti-subsidy and anti-dumping investigations, particularly in the metals, minerals, and chemicals sectors. Bringing further expertise to the team, Eva Monard regularly assists Chinese public- and private-sector clients with EU trade defence, customs, and sanctions matters.
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‘Steptoe LLP stands out for its strong expertise and client-focused approach. Their focus on collaboration sets them apart, making them a top choice in the market.’
‘The team has extremely solid technical skills and is able to comprehend complicated industry and technical knowledge and base their approach on the client's business and technical strengths. They are very client-oriented and work seamlessly as part of our team.’
‘Renato Antonini has extensive experience in international trade policy and politics, as well as an understanding of how to leverage trade developments to advance clients' interests. He is highly trustworthy in a broad range of trade laws and litigation.’
‘The team is multicultural, dynamic and responsive, as well as being very sensitive to business needs.’
‘Steptoe's international trade practice has an exceptional record of success in handling complex anti-dumping, anti-subsidy, and anti-circumvention matters. This team is great at assisting companies to develop and execute sophisticated trade policy and litigation strategies to improve their competitive position and market access and to minimise risk arising from international trade developments.’
'Eva Monard is among the best lawyers I have encountered: very intelligent, extremely responsive to the client's requests, and a joy to work with.’
‘Steptoe's specialised trade compliance knowledge in how European laws and regulations impact businesses operating in or with the EU is critical and allows us to confidently approach operations that span international borders.’
‘Yongqing Bao collaborates seamlessly with our team, consistently delivering prompt, efficient responses. His expertise, accuracy, and professionalism are truly unmatched in the market.’
Clients clés
- Tesla
- EcoCeres
- China Chamber of Commerce for Imports & Exports of Machinery & Electronics
- Wego Chemical
- Shanghai JA Solar PV Technology Co., Ltd.
- Simpson Manufacturing
- Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China
- PT Indonesia Ruipu Nickel and Chrome Alloy
- China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Federation
- Xiangtan Electrochemical Scientific
Points forts
- Representing Tesla in the EU's significant anti-subsidy investigation into Chinese Electric Vehicles (EVs) imports, initiated in October 2023.
- Representing EcoCeres in the EU's significant anti-dumping investigation into Chinese biodiesel imports, initiated in December 2023, as well as the anti-circumvention investigation into Chinese biodiesel imports, initiated in August 2023 and terminated in May 2024 without the imposition of measures.
- Representing China Chamber of Commerce for Imports & Exports of Machinery & Electronics before the Court of Justice of the European Union in an application for annulment against anti-dumping measures on imports of fasteners from China.
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Responsable de la pratique
Renato Antonini
Autres avocats clés
Eva Monard; Yongqing Bao