Partner Rachel Alpert Discusses Russian Diesel Sanctions Relief on The Lawfare Podcast

Partner Rachel Alpert Discusses Russian Diesel Sanctions Relief on The Lawfare Podcast

Partner Rachel Alpert joined The Lawfare Podcast to President Trump’s recent announcement lifting US sanctions on Russian diesel fuel and signaling support for US imports.

Rachel examined the legality of the administration’s actions, the practical ramifications likely to follow, and what it tells us the administration’s shifting views on Russia and the war in Ukraine in the lead-up to the midterm elections.

As Co-Chair of the firm's National Security and Crisis Practice and Human Rights and Global Strategy Practice , Rachel guides multinational companies and institutions through US sanctions, export controls, and national security regulations. Drawing on her experience as Chief Counsel at the US Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), Rachel helps clients understand not only what the law requires, but how policy is shaped and implemented across government.

Human Rights and Global Strategy

National Security and Crisis

Partner Rachel Alpert joined The Lawfare Podcast to President Trump’s recent announcement lifting US sanctions on Russian diesel fuel and signaling support for US imports.

Rachel examined the legality of the administration’s actions, the practical ramifications likely to follow, and what it tells us the administration’s shifting views on Russia and the war in Ukraine in the lead-up to the midterm elections.

As Co-Chair of the firm's National Security and Crisis Practice and Human Rights and Global Strategy Practice , Rachel guides multinational companies and institutions through US sanctions, export controls, and national security regulations. Drawing on her experience as Chief Counsel at the US Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), Rachel helps clients understand not only what the law requires, but how policy is shaped and implemented across government.

Human Rights and Global Strategy

National Security and Crisis

Jenner & Block Receives Courage in Law Award from the New Jersey Institute for Social Justice

The New Jersey Institute for Social Justice (NJISJ) presented Jenner with its Courage in Law Award at its Fighting & Building Gala on October 20 in Newark, New Jersey. The event recognized leaders and organizations that exemplify the courage and vision required to fight for justice and build stronger communities.

The New Jersey Institute for Social Justice (NJISJ) presented Jenner with its Courage in Law Award at its Fighting & Building Gala on October 20 in Newark, New Jersey. The event recognized leaders and organizations that exemplify the courage and vision required to fight for justice and build stronger communities.

Partner Rachel Alpert Discusses Russian Diesel Sanctions Relief on The Lawfare Podcast

Partner Rachel Alpert joined The Lawfare Podcast to President Trump’s recent announcement lifting US sanctions on Russian diesel fuel and signaling support for US imports.

Partner Rachel Alpert joined The Lawfare Podcast to President Trump’s recent announcement lifting US sanctions on Russian diesel fuel and signaling support for US imports.

EPA’s Power Plant Rule Adds to a Predictably Volatile Landscape, Bloomberg Law

Partner Amanda Shafer Berman and Meghan Greenfield authored an article for Bloomberg Law on the Environmental Protection Agency’s recent repeal of most Biden-era greenhouse gas standards for power plants and the litigation that followed.

Partner Amanda Shafer Berman and Meghan Greenfield authored an article for Bloomberg Law on the Environmental Protection Agency’s recent repeal of most Biden-era greenhouse gas standards for power plants and the litigation that followed.

Jenner & Block Advises Silgan Holdings Inc. on Establishing Partnership with American Industrial Partners to Acquire Trivium Packaging for $3.4 Billion

Jenner is representing Silgan Holdings Inc. (Silgan) in the contribution of its metal containers segment and food and beverage flat cap closures businesses (Silgan MCC) to Silgan Metal Packaging LLC (MetalCo), a newly formed company, and in the $1.025 billion cash contribution by an American Industrial Partners investment vehicle (A-VL Holdco) to MetalCo. Silgan will receive 60% of the equity of MetalCo and a cash distribution to Silgan of $2.263 billion, and A-VL Holdco will receive 40% of the

Jenner is representing Silgan Holdings Inc. (Silgan) in the contribution of its metal containers segment and food and beverage flat cap closures businesses (Silgan MCC) to Silgan Metal Packaging LLC (MetalCo), a newly formed company, and in the $1.025 billion cash contribution by an American Industrial Partners investment vehicle (A-VL Holdco) to MetalCo. Silgan will receive 60% of the equity of MetalCo and a cash distribution to Silgan of $2.263 billion, and A-VL Holdco will receive 40% of the

Jenner & Block Recognized at The Unity Forum’s #BetterTogether Gathering

Jenner & Block was honored at The Unity Forum’s “A Chicago #BetterTogether Gathering” on October 11 – a signature community forum and civic initiative dedicated to restoring the historic alliance between Chicago’s African American and Jewish communities.

Jenner & Block was honored at The Unity Forum’s “A Chicago #BetterTogether Gathering” on October 11 – a signature community forum and civic initiative dedicated to restoring the historic alliance between Chicago’s African American and Jewish communities.

Jenner & Block Wins Law Firm of the Year and Earns Recognition in Six Additional Categories at 2026 DC Legal Awards

Jenner & Block was named Law Firm of the Year and announced as a winner in two additional categories by The National Law Journal at its 2026 DC Legal Awards, held in Washington, DC, on October 20.

Jenner & Block was named Law Firm of the Year and announced as a winner in two additional categories by The National Law Journal at its 2026 DC Legal Awards, held in Washington, DC, on October 20.

Partner Ashley Callen Discusses Midterm Oversight Preparations in The Wall Street Journal

Partner Ashley Callen was quoted in a Wall Street Journal article how Trump administration officials, from cabinet secretaries to midlevel staffers, are seeking legal counsel ahead of possible congressional investigations if Democrats win one or both chambers of Congress in the November midterm elections.

Partner Ashley Callen was quoted in a Wall Street Journal article how Trump administration officials, from cabinet secretaries to midlevel staffers, are seeking legal counsel ahead of possible congressional investigations if Democrats win one or both chambers of Congress in the November midterm elections.

Getting Ready for Potential Democratic Oversight in Congress

Throughout the midterm campaign season, and in minority-led investigations this Congress, Democratic ranking members at key oversight committees in the House have been clear their intention to vigorously investigate allegations of “corruption” should they win the majority in November. For instance, if Democrats control the House come January 2027, Rep. Jamie Raskin has said the Judiciary Committee’s “number one” priority will be “looking at systems of bribery, kickback and financial corrup

Throughout the midterm campaign season, and in minority-led investigations this Congress, Democratic ranking members at key oversight committees in the House have been clear their intention to vigorously investigate allegations of “corruption” should they win the majority in November. For instance, if Democrats control the House come January 2027, Rep. Jamie Raskin has said the Judiciary Committee’s “number one” priority will be “looking at systems of bribery, kickback and financial corrup

Lawdragon Names Eight Jenner & Block Partners to 2027 500 Leading Dealmakers in America List

Lawdragon has named eight Jenner & Block partners to its 2027 500 Leading Dealmakers in America guide, which recognizes the lawyers behind the most significant transactions in the United States. The honorees practice in Chicago, Los Angeles, and New York across M&A, corporate, securities, private equity, and finance.

Lawdragon has named eight Jenner & Block partners to its 2027 500 Leading Dealmakers in America guide, which recognizes the lawyers behind the most significant transactions in the United States. The honorees practice in Chicago, Los Angeles, and New York across M&A, corporate, securities, private equity, and finance.

Partner Lucy Blake Quoted in CityAM on SFO Whistleblower Reward Proposal

Partner Lucy Blake was quoted in CityAM on the UK government’s consultation to let the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) financially reward whistleblowers who report economic crime.

Partner Lucy Blake was quoted in CityAM on the UK government’s consultation to let the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) financially reward whistleblowers who report economic crime.

Chambers UK 2027 Ranks Jenner & Block’s London Office and Five Partners

Jenner & Block’s London office has once again earned a ranking in Corporate Crime & Investigations in the newly published Chambers UK 2027. The annual guide ranks leading law firms and lawyers across the United Kingdom, drawing on in-depth research and client feedback.

Jenner & Block’s London office has once again earned a ranking in Corporate Crime & Investigations in the newly published Chambers UK 2027. The annual guide ranks leading law firms and lawyers across the United Kingdom, drawing on in-depth research and client feedback.

Jenner & Block Secures Another Win for Chance the Rapper Following Bench Trial on Fiduciary Duty Claim

On October 13, 2026, Cook County Circuit Court Judge James E. Hanlon, Jr. ruled in favor of Jenner & Block client Chancelor J. Bennett, known as Chance the Rapper, on his breach of fiduciary duty claim against former manager Patrick Corcoran, finding that Corcoran breached his fiduciary duties in multiple instances. The ruling closes a nearly six-year dispute.

On October 13, 2026, Cook County Circuit Court Judge James E. Hanlon, Jr. ruled in favor of Jenner & Block client Chancelor J. Bennett, known as Chance the Rapper, on his breach of fiduciary duty claim against former manager Patrick Corcoran, finding that Corcoran breached his fiduciary duties in multiple instances. The ruling closes a nearly six-year dispute.

Amanda Shafer Berman to Speak on Energy and Administrative Law at WEN-DC Webinar

As the Supreme Court's new Term begins, Jenner & Block Partner Amanda Shafer Berman will join a Women's Energy Network of Washington, DC (WEN-DC) webinar on how the Court's decisions are shaping the energy sector.

As the Supreme Court's new Term begins, Jenner & Block Partner Amanda Shafer Berman will join a Women's Energy Network of Washington, DC (WEN-DC) webinar on how the Court's decisions are shaping the energy sector.

Helen Gilbert, Veteran Northern District of California Prosecutor and Former National Security Chief, Joins Jenner & Block in San Francisco

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, October 14, 2026 – Jenner & Block is pleased to announce that Helen Gilbert, a former federal prosecutor and trial lawyer, has joined the firm as a partner in its San Francisco office. Drawing on more than 10 years in the US Attorney's Office for the Northern District of California, including as Chief of the National Security, Cyber, and Special Prosecutions Section, Helen will guide clients through government investigations, white-collar matters, and corporate crises, with a

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, October 14, 2026 – Jenner & Block is pleased to announce that Helen Gilbert, a former federal prosecutor and trial lawyer, has joined the firm as a partner in its San Francisco office. Drawing on more than 10 years in the US Attorney's Office for the Northern District of California, including as Chief of the National Security, Cyber, and Special Prosecutions Section, Helen will guide clients through government investigations, white-collar matters, and corporate crises, with a

Jenner & Block Team Honored with The Legal Aid Society’s 2026 Pro Bono Publico Award

A Jenner & Block team was honored by The Legal Aid Society as a recipient of its 2026 Pro Bono Publico Award at an awards ceremony in New York on October 7.

A Jenner & Block team was honored by The Legal Aid Society as a recipient of its 2026 Pro Bono Publico Award at an awards ceremony in New York on October 7.

Partner Lucy Blake Quoted in Forward Law Review on Litigation and Reputational Risk in Business and Human Rights

Partner Lucy Blake shared her insights with Forward Law Review on how pressure on companies over business and human rights issues is shifting from regulatory enforcement to litigation and reputational risk.

Partner Lucy Blake shared her insights with Forward Law Review on how pressure on companies over business and human rights issues is shifting from regulatory enforcement to litigation and reputational risk.

Partner Lucy Blake Quoted in International Employment Lawyer on Governance Lessons from Odey Ruling

Partner Lucy Blake was quoted in International Employment Lawyer on what financial firms can learn independent governance from the Upper Tribunal's decision to uphold the FCA's lifetime ban on hedge fund manager Crispin Odey.

Partner Lucy Blake was quoted in International Employment Lawyer on what financial firms can learn independent governance from the Upper Tribunal's decision to uphold the FCA's lifetime ban on hedge fund manager Crispin Odey.

Lindsay Harrison to Moderate Panel at IBA Annual Conference Copenhagen 2026

On October 8, Washington, DC Office Managing Partner Lindsay Harrison will moderate a panel at the International Bar Association (IBA) Annual Conference in Copenhagen.

On October 8, Washington, DC Office Managing Partner Lindsay Harrison will moderate a panel at the International Bar Association (IBA) Annual Conference in Copenhagen.

London Office Managing Partner Christine Braamskamp Quoted in City AM on Government Plans for Judge-Alone Fraud Trials

London Office Managing Partner Christine Braamskamp shared her insights with City AM on the UK government's plans to hear "technical and lengthy fraud and financial offences" before a judge alone, without a jury, as part of efforts to reduce the record backlog in the Crown Court.

London Office Managing Partner Christine Braamskamp shared her insights with City AM on the UK government's plans to hear "technical and lengthy fraud and financial offences" before a judge alone, without a jury, as part of efforts to reduce the record backlog in the Crown Court.

London Office Managing Partner Christine Braamskamp Quoted in Law360 on Criminal Probe Risk for Manchester City

London Office Managing Partner Christine Braamskamp shared her insights with Law360 on the hurdles any criminal investigation would face after an independent Premier League commission found that Manchester City used "sham" agreements to disguise owner funding as sponsorship income.

London Office Managing Partner Christine Braamskamp shared her insights with Law360 on the hurdles any criminal investigation would face after an independent Premier League commission found that Manchester City used "sham" agreements to disguise owner funding as sponsorship income.

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