"Introduction to ITAR" presented by Ronald A. Oleynik, Partner, Holland & Knight Practical overview of the ITAR for defense industry executives Overview of the law, explanation of the basic principles applicable to growing defense contractors and practical advice for compliance and reducing liability The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) provides strict regulation of defense industry firms. Executives of many...

The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) provides strict regulation of defense industry firms. Executives of many of these companies, especially small and medium-sized firms, are not sure about how the ITAR applies to them and how to comply with the law. The stakes are high – violations can result in significant civil and criminal penalties for companies and their employees. Moreover, there have been significant...

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) encourages companies exporting products and technology to establish an Export Management and Compliance Program (EMCP). Developing an effective EMCP is an invaluable way a company can protect the vital interests of the company. Establishing an EMCP is not a guarantee that an export violation will not occur, but it minimizes the risk of noncompliance...

Earlier this year, the Obama Administration announced new rules that will change the landscape of ITAR and EAR regulations for many defense companies who work with ITAR regulated items. The rules are effective October 15, 2013. The rule initially changes USML Category VIII, aircraft. But, they will apply to all USML categories as more changes are published later this year. We’re offering this training session to help you prepare for the...

U.S. economic sanctions, or embargo regulations, broadly prohibit most transactions between a U.S. person and persons or entities in an embargoed country, such as Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, and Sudan. This prohibition includes importation and exportation of goods and services, whether direct or indirect, as well as "facilitation" by a U.S. person of transactions between foreign parties and an embargoed country. More limited embargoes may...

The webinar will be held from 12:00pm-1:00pm eastern standard time. You will receive a link via email on May 8, 2013 that will have access instructions for the webinar. Speaker: Mr. Peter Lichtenbaum, Partner, Covington & Burling, LLP Topics covered will include: • Intro to the EAR and BIS• Key Questions to Consider in Complying with the EAR• The “Export” Concept• Deemed Exports• Reexports• Scope o...

The International Traffic In Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) provides strict regulation of defense industry firms. Executives of many of these companies, especially small and medium-sized firms, are not sure about how ITAR applies to them and how to comply with the law. The stakes are high – violations can result in significant civil and criminal penalties for companies and their employees. This program will provide a practical ove...