Basic Export Controls - ITAR, EAR and Sanctions

Overview

Who should attend:
This introductory course is for business executives, international contracting specialists, contract managers and administrators, program and project managers, marketing professionals, engineers and other technical personnel, newly appointed export compliance officers, logistics personnel, and legal and financial advisors.

Learning Objectives:
After completing this course, you will be able to understand basic and important U.S. export control concepts under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR), including:

Export jurisdiction and classification analysis of defense and “dual use” hardware, software, and technical data/technology, as well as defense services
Export controls concerns related to consumer off-the-shelf (COTS) items
Export license requirements and license exemptions or exceptions
“Deemed” exports and hiring practices
Maintaining an ITAR registration
Implementing export compliance programs and technology transfer plans
Screening transactions and red flags
Clearing export shipments
Violations, voluntary disclosures and enforcement

In addition to U.S. export control topics, this course will help you understand certain U.S. sanctions (e.g., against Russia, Iran, Cuba, North Korea, Syria and others) administered by the Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). Attendees will gain an understanding of how these regulations impact your ability to do business in the international marketplace.

DID YOU KNOW THAT WE ALSO HAVE AN ADVANCED EXPORT CONTROLS COURSE?
Many Basic Export Controls students also attend the Advanced Export Controls – ITAR, EAR, and Sanctions course, providing attendees with maximum value for their training investment, with case studies and exercises to apply the basic concepts presented in this course and to understand more advanced concepts and learn about current developments.

This course is sponsored by:

This course is sponsored by Barnes & Thornburg LLP.
Barnes & Thornburg LLP serves clients in more than 50 dedicated practice and industry areas from offices in Atlanta, Boston, California, Chicago, Delaware, Indiana, Michigan, Minneapolis, Nashville, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Philadelphia, Raleigh, Salt Lake City, South Florida, Texas and Washington, D.C. Going the extra mile to help you with your complex legal needs. Visit btlaw.com.

Dates/Locations

October 27-28, 2025

The Westin Tysons Corner

Tysons Corner, VA, US

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Agenda

Day 1
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM	La Jolla, CA and Hilton Head, SC Weeklong Conference Locations
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM	Las Vegas Government Contracts Week
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM	All Other Locations

Day 2
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Las Vegas Government Contracts Week
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM	La Jolla, CA and Hilton Head, SC Weeklong Conference Locations
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	All Other Locations

Day 1
Overview of U.S. Export Control & Sanctions Laws

Relevant Statutes & Regulations
Policy and Agencies Involved
Consequences of Non-Compliance: Penalties
Comparison of ITAR vs. EAR
Introduction to ITAR: Prohibited Destinations, Defense Articles and Services Persons, and Activities, What is an “Export”?
Introduction to EAR: Definitions, Items “Subject to the EAR
Introduction to US Sanctions

Basics of Export Jurisdiction and Classification Analysis

U.S. Munitions List (USML)
Order of Review
ITAR “Specially Designed” Test
USML Sample Categories
“Commodity Jurisdiction” (CJ)
Commerce Control List (CCL)
CCL “Specially Designed” Test
CCL Sample Categories
Practical Exercise

Technical Data, Technology & Deemed Exports

Technical Data Controlled under the ITAR
Technology Controlled under the EAR
Practical Exercise
Deemed Exports/Reexports
- Dealings with Foreign Persons
- Hiring Practices

ITAR Registration and ITAR/EAR Licensing Requirements

ITAR Registration Requirements
- Manufacturing, Exporting, Brokering
- Empowered Officials
- Changes to Registration
ITAR Licensing/Agreements and Exemptions

ITAR Registration and ITAR/EAR Licensing Requirements cont.

EAR Licensing Requirements
- Reasons for Control
- Country Chart and Countries to Watch
EAR License Exceptions
Reexports of Items “Subject to the EAR”
Practical Exercise

Clearing Export Shipments & Antiboycott Laws

Destination Control Statements
AES/EEI
EAR’s Antiboycott Restrictions

Day Two

US Sanctions – OFAC
- Key Concepts
- Definitions
Specific v. General License
Comprehensive vs. Targeted Sanctions
Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) and non-SDN Lists
Countries to Watch
US Person Facilitation
Additional Concerns: Supply Chain; Secondary Sanctions
The Russia Example

Export Control Compliance Programs

Elements of an Effective Program (ITAR and EAR)
Compliance Best Practices
- Audits
- Training and Teamwork

Screening and Due Diligence

Lists of Restricted/Sanctioned Parties
Tools for Conducting Screening
Third-party due diligence and red flags
End use/user certificates

Violations, Voluntary Disclosure and Enforcement

What Constitutes a Violation?
When and How to File Voluntary Disclosures
Internal Corporate Investigations
Enforcement Case Studies

Q&A session

Experts

Luis Arandia Jr.

Partner, Barnes & Thornburg LLP

Luis F. Arandia, Jr. delivers responsive representation in a wide range of international trade matters, including customs and import compliance, export controls, economic sanctions, and trade remedies.

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Nicholas Galbraith

Partner, Barnes & Thornburg LLP

Nicholas Galbraith advises domestic and international clients on a wide range of complex trade law issues. No matter how rapidly changing the regulatory environment, Nick remains focused on identifying what is important and relevant to his clients and creating a legal strategy that realizes their ob...

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Adetayo Osuntogun

Partner, Barnes & Thornburg LLP

Adetayo “Tayo” Osuntogun advises business and institutional clients on international trade law, including export controls, economic sanctions, trade remedies, trade policy and customs and import regulations. He helps clients realize their distinct objectives surrounding their global comm...

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Michelle Rosario

Associate, Barnes & Thornburg LLP

Michelle Rosario provides strategic counsel to clients on a diverse array of international trade matters including compliance with U.S. export controls under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), CFIUS covered transactions, trade remedi...

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Christine Sohar Henter

Partner, Barnes & Thornburg LLP

As a first generation American, Christine Sohar Henter exemplifies a passionate commitment to the practice of international trade law. She represents companies, trade associations, and governments on international trade matters including import trade remedies, customs compliance, export controls, sa...

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David Spooner

Partner, Barnes & Thornburg LLP

David M. Spooner is a partner in the Corporate Department and Co-Chair of the International Trade Practice Group. David represents governments, trade associations, and corporate clients on international trade matters, including trade remedies, trade policy and customs issues. He uses his past experi...

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Linda Weinberg

Partner, Barnes & Thornburg LLP

Linda Weinberg provides practical advice to business and institutional clients on international trade law, including export controls, foreign assets control and customs. She works regularly with the U.S. and foreign government agencies that regulate international trade to help clients realize their...

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Clinton Yu

Partner, Barnes & Thornburg LLP

International trade attorney Clinton Yu advises clients on compliance with U.S. trade and investment laws, including customs and import regulations, export controls (ITAR & EAR), economic sanctions (OFAC), and CFIUS.

Clinton is a trusted advisor for domestic and foreign clients in navig...

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Accreditation

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Certificates of Completion are provided to all seminar participants who attend Federal Publications Seminars courses following the event, upon request.

CPE: Continuing Professional Education

Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge

Delivery Method: Group-Live Classroom

Federal Publications Seminars is affiliated with Cerifi LegalEdge and is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.

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CPE Hours

This program is eligible for: 8.0 (CPE) hours of credit

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CLP: Continuous Learning Points

Approved for CLP by Defense Acquisition University

Defense Acquisition Workforce members must acquire 80 Continuous Learning Points (CLP) every two years from the date of entry into the acquisition workforce for as long as the member remains in an acquisition position per DoD Instruction 5000.66. We will provide you with documentation of points awarded for completing the event.

CLP Hours

This program is eligible for: 8.0 (CLP) hours of credit

CLE: Continuing Legal Education

States have widely varying regulations regarding MCLE credit. LegalEdcenter is an approved provider in AL, AK, AR, CA, GA, IL, ME, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VI, VT, WA, WI, and WV. Credit may be applied for in other jurisdictions on request and in accordance with state MCLE rules.

Please note that because some states are changing their policy on CLE reporting, you will need to fill out the request for credit from Federal Publications Seminars within 10 business days, or we may not be able to issue credits for the program.

CLE Hours

This program is eligible for: 8.25 (60 minutes), (50 minutes)

Travel

The Westin Tysons Corner

7801 Leesburg Pike

Tysons Corner, VA, 22043

7038931340

marriott.com

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General Information

FOOD & BEVERAGE
Breakfast and lunch will be served.
Coffee, tea, and water will be served throughout the day.

** Please let us know about any dietary restrictions by contacting us at least two weeks before the event. **

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