
Susanne Cook
Special guest
Susanne is a Senior Partner and Chairs the Dentons Cohen & Grigsby International Business Team. She is a business and corporate lawyer focusing her practice on counseling companies on international and domestic M&A transactions, joint ventures, emerging business, corporate governance, customs, export and licensing matters. She has been included in The Best Lawyers in America© for Corporate and International Trade and Finance Law, and has been selected to the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list. Most recently, Susanne was named the 2018 and 2020 International Trade and Finance Law “Lawyer of the Year” in Pittsburgh by Best Lawyers.
Susanne Cook has been a guest on 1 episode.
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Ep060: Decoding Trade Compliance with Susanne Cook
December 6th, 2024 | 38 mins 34 secs
In this episode of the IC-DISC show, I speak with Susanne Cook, a senior partner at Denton's Cohen and Grigsby, exploring the world of international trade compliance.
Based in Pittsburgh, Susanne chairs the firm's International Business Team and provides insights into import regulations and export control classifications.
We dive deep into the complexities of U.S.-China trade relations, examining Section 301 tariffs and their impact on small-value imports. She shares practical strategies companies use to navigate these challenges, such as China's establishing factories in Mexico to counter tariff restrictions.
The conversation highlights the critical importance of accurate prior disclosures to regulatory agencies. Through a compelling case study, Susanne illustrates how businesses can effectively manage compliance, demonstrating that U.S. agencies can be forgiving when companies approach disclosure with transparency and comprehensiveness.
Beyond trade compliance, we touch on personal development. I share insights on work-life balance and the significance of building a capable team. Susanne's expertise provides a unique lens into how professional challenges can be navigated with strategic thinking and thorough preparation.