Sudarsanan Sivakumar

Associate Attorney

Sudar is a dual licensed attorney (New York and India) specializing in export controls in Centre’s International Trade practice and Trade Agreements/Buy American Act matters in Centre’s Government Contracts practice. He has counseled clients regarding the interpretation of the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”), ECCN Government and self-classifications, the interpretation of Department of Treasury OFAC sanctions, restrictions, embargoes, and denied entities and persons, the classification and export of Core Flight Systems (cFS) related to space technology, flight software, computer chips, lasers, high technology sensors, artificial intelligence software, digital browsers, export of critical, and encryption technology, and many applications found on Google Play and the Apple Store.

He has successfully represented some of the most influential space companies in the United States for export violations at the Bureau of Industry and Security and the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.

Sudar has also counseled clients on interpreting the Trade Agreements Act, the Substantial Transformation Test, Buy American Laws, Berry and Kissell Amendments, supply chain issues and waivers, compliance with the Build America, Buy America laws, and the American Iron and Steel Requirements.

Call (703) 288-2800 ext. 245

Meet Sudarsanan Sivakumar

  • New York
  • Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, India
  • Bachelor of Arts., Legum Baccalaureus (LL.B)(Hons.) at Sastra Deemed University, India
  • Master of Laws in International Business and Trade Law at The American University Washington College of Law

Testimonials

When things are moving fast and I need an answer yesterday, Sudar is always there. He has a calm, practical way of approaching even the most complex legal issues, making them feel manageable. He really understands our company’s risk tolerance and tailors his advice to fit how we operate, while also being clear about when we can push a bit further and when it’s smarter to play it safe. That balance, along with how easy he is to work with, makes him a truly trusted partner.
Kyle Friedman
Instacart

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