Sanctions, OFAC Compliance, and Related Regulatory Matters

US Sanctions Law
OFAC Compliance
OFAC Licensing 
 

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U.S. economic sanctions programs, administered primarily by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) within the Department of the Treasury, represent one of the most powerful tools in American foreign policy. These programs impose comprehensive restrictions on dealings with designated countries, entities, and individuals—most notably Iran, its Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), and related networks—through authorities such as the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) and various country-specific executive orders. At Herischi Law, we provide expert guidance on sanctions compliance, risk assessment, licensing applications, and the intersection of sanctions with human rights and terrorism litigation.

Our practice encompasses a wide range of OFAC-related matters, including advising clients on how to avoid secondary sanctions exposure while pursuing accountability claims, identifying blocked assets for judgment enforcement, and navigating the complex interplay between sanctions designations and civil litigation. We assist individuals, families, and organizations in obtaining specific licenses for humanitarian, human rights, or litigation-related activities, and we help develop robust compliance programs that mitigate regulatory risk without compromising advocacy goals.

We also counsel whistleblowers and others with information about sanctions evasion or terrorism financing, ensuring that their disclosures are handled securely and in compliance with applicable reward programs. Our experience litigating against sanctioned state actors gives us unique insight into how sanctions regimes can be leveraged to enhance recovery efforts and deter future violations.

In addition, Herischi Law actively assists members of the Iranian-American community with practical sanctions-related challenges. We help individuals and families lawfully transfer funds from Iran, receive inheritances and gifts, wind down business activities, sell real estate and other assets in Iran, and make charitable donations to Iranian humanitarian and medical organizations. Navigating the complex web of U.S. sanctions, we provide clear guidance and assist with OFAC license applications when necessary, enabling our clients to manage their financial and personal affairs safely and legally while remaining fully compliant with U.S. regulations. Read more here.

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Clients facing sanctions-related challenges—whether they are enforcing a judgment against blocked assets, seeking to engage in lawful activities involving sanctioned jurisdictions, or needing to assess regulatory exposure—rely on us for practical, forward-looking advice that balances compliance obligations with their broader objectives. We deliver tailored strategies that protect clients’ interests while advancing justice, accountability, and systemic change. Whether your situation involves judgment enforcement, compliance counseling, or strategic licensing, Herischi Law offers the depth of knowledge and responsiveness required to achieve successful outcomes in this highly technical regulatory environment.

Contact us for sanctions-related guidance and support.