Sanctions Evasion and Circumvention:

Practical Guidance for Companies to Detect and Prevent the Circumvention of Sanctions and Being Prepared for the Newest, Most-Sophisticated Techniques

February 13, 2024 11:45am

Marcus Asner
Partner
Arnold Porter

Sandra Calmes
Vice President, Senior Corporate Counsel, Global Financial Crimes Officer
Liberty Mutual Insurance
(WSN Member)

Evanthia Coffee
Senior Lawyer
Gard AS

An evolution in evasion techniques means a new wave of compliance risks for financial institutions and the wider industry, requiring robust adaptation and constant vigilance. Our expert panel will examine what constitutes sanctions evasion/circumvention, the current landscape of evasion threats, risks, and typologies, and practical tips for identifying them and being prepared, including:

  • Assessing the current landscape of sanctions evasion risks and typologies
  • Key methods for detecting and preventing circumvention of sanctions
  • Best practices for carrying out risk assessments and sanctions compliance
  • Identifying indications of circumvention of sanctions through third countries Understanding the new efforts to prosecute sanctions evasion