Schuyler J. Schouten

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Schuyler Schouten advises clients on high-stakes regulatory matters, with a focus on international trade, national security, and emerging and strategic technologies. He has helped some of the world's largest institutions navigate government inquiries, international crises, and regulatory reviews and, where warranted, push back against government overreach. A former White House sanctions lawyer, "indispensable and indefatigable" top aide to Henry Kissinger, and contributor to best-selling books on China and artificial intelligence (AI), Schuyler is a trusted guide for clients navigating today's turbulent and complex legal and geopolitical landscape.

Schuyler has extensive experience with the laws, regulations, and "emergency" authorities affecting international transactions and supply chains. As Senior Associate Counsel to the President and Deputy Legal Advisor to the National Security Council (NSC), he provided Presidential- and Cabinet-level advice on sanctions, foreign investment, trade and tariffs, the Defense Production Act, and energy regulation. He was the White House's legal coordinator with the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) during transformative growth in their authorities and policy roles.

At Jones Day, Schuyler helped obtain key regulatory approvals for some of the first and most prominent exits of Western companies from Russia; successfully represented critical infrastructure providers in emergency negotiations over COVID orders; and helped resolve, without penalty, inquiries and disclosures involving Congressional committees, OFAC, the Commerce Department, and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. He supports clients in the software, semiconductor, biotech, pharmaceutical, food, real estate, energy, aerospace, private equity, venture capital, banking, and fintech industries.

Experience

  • ENEOS invests in C2XJones Day is advising ENEOS Corporation in its Investment in C2X LTD, a developer of green methanol projects.
  • Hexagon acquires SeptentrioJones Day advised Hexagon AB in the acquisition of Septentrio NV, a leading OEM provider of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technologies.
  • Fortino participates in growth investment in CenoscoJones Day advised existing investor Fortino Capital Partners on its participation in the growth investment in Cenosco B.V., a leading provider of asset integrity management software, led by Summit Partners.
  • MPE Partners acquires SKB CasesJones Day advised MPE Partners in the acquisition and financing of SKB Cases, a leading manufacturer of specialty protective cases serving the military and industrial, music and pro AV, and sports end markets.
  • Corpay acquires GPS Capital MarketsJones Day advised Corpay, Inc. in the acquisition of GPS Capital Markets, LLC and its subsidiaries, a group that provides business-to-business cross-border and treasury management solutions, in Corpay’s third largest deal ever.
  • Randstad forms joint venture combining its job board business, Monster, with CareerBuilderJones Day advised Randstad N.V., a multinational publicly traded talent company, in connection with the formation of a joint venture combining its job board business, Monster, with CareerBuilder, a subsidiary of investment funds affiliated with Apollo Global Management, Inc.
  • Alven Capital Partners leads $14 million Series A financing of AttentionJones Day represented Alven Capital Partners as lead investor in the $14 million Series A financing of Attention, a platform that transforms customer conversations into actionable insights, offering sales teams a powerful tool to close more deals.
  • French specialty products company successfully navigates CFIUS review processJones Day assisted a French specialty products company with navigating the CFIUS review process and securing clearance in connection with the acquisition of a Japanese pharmaceutical products company.
  • Koch Equity Development acquires iconectiv, LLCJones Day is advising Koch Equity Development LLC, the principal investment and acquisition arm of Koch, Inc., on its acquisition of iconectiv, LLC ("iconectiv"), a telecommunications solutions leader, from Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC), the global supplier of mobile communication and connectivity solutions for service providers and enterprises, and affiliates of Francisco Partners, a leading technology investment firm.
  • International Automotive Components Group sells Chinese businessJones Day advised International Automotive Components Group, LLC in the sale of its Chinese business to Ningbo Huaxiang Automotive Door Systems Co., Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Ningbo Huaxiang Electronic Co., Ltd.
  • WEG acquires industrial electric motors and generators business from Regal Rexnord CorporationJones Day advised WEG S.A. in the $400 million acquisition of the industrial electric motors and generators business of Regal Rexnord Corporation.
  • U.S. software provider successfully resolves inquiry from Nuclear Regulatory CommissionJones Day advised a U.S. software provider in response to a Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) finding of apparent non-compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements, and in related compliance enhancements and industry outreach.
  • FirstEnergy sells $3.5 billion transmission stake to BrookfieldJones Day advised FirstEnergy Corp. in the $3.5 billion sale of an additional 30.0% equity stake in its subsidiary FirstEnergy Transmission (“FET”), the holding company for FirstEnergy’s three regulated electric transmission businesses, to North American Transmission Company II L.P., FirstEnergy’s existing joint venture partner in FET and a controlled investment vehicle entity of Brookfield Infrastructure Partners.
  • Multinational manufacturing company seeks compliance advice in connection with nuclear industry projectsJones Day counseled the U.S. subsidiary of a multinational manufacturing company regarding key compliance considerations relating to participation in U.S. nuclear projects.
  • NEP Group sells SOS Global to Rock-it CargoJones Day advised NEP Group in its sale of SOS Global (SOS) to Rock-it Cargo, the global leader in end-to-end logistics for live events and high net worth goods.
  • ETS acquires PSIJones Day advised Educational Testing Service (ETS) in its acquisition of PSI Services LLC, a global leader in test development and delivery across workforce certification and licensure.
  • Gotion acquires EV battery plant in IllinoisJones Day represented Gotion, Inc. in connection with the acquisition and financing for an electric vehicle battery manufacturing plant located in Manteno, Illinois as part of an expected $2 billion investment in the facility.
  • Invitation Homes completes $650 million acquisition of single-family rental home portfolioJones Day represented Invitation Homes (NYSE: INVH), as buyer, in connection with its portfolio acquisition of nearly 1,900 single-family rental homes for a purchase price of approximately $650 million.
  • Affinity Partners leads €207 million Series F financing of EGYMJones Day represented Affinity Partners in its acquisition of an interest in EGYM, a global fitness technology and corporate health innovation leader, in a Series F financing of €107 million, with an additional €100 million available for future investments.
  • TotalEnergies completes PIPE investment in NextDecade Corporation and investment in $18.5 billion Rio Grande LNG ProjectJones Day represented TotalEnergies in connection with its PIPE investment in NextDecade Corporation and investment in the Rio Grande LNG (RGLNG) Project, a planned natural gas liquefaction project in South Texas.
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    April 2025 Commentary

    China Boosts Enforcement of Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law

    February 2025 Commentary

    Mitigating Risk From the Designation of Cartels as FTOs and SDGTs

    February 2025 Alert

    New Export Control Rule Regulates Global Diffusion of Artificial Intelligence

    December 2024 Alert

    Immutable Code Is Not Property: Fifth Circuit Reverses Tornado Cash Sanctions Ruling

    AUGUST 2024 Alert

    CFIUS Annual Report Touts an Increase in Penalties and Efficiency in Transaction Reviews

    AUGUST 2024 Alert

    Treasury Proposes Expansion of CFIUS Real Estate Review Authority

    July 2024 Alert

    Commerce Wields New Tool to Restrict International Activities Viewed as Threats

    July 2024 Commentary

    Treasury Department Unveils Long-Anticipated Proposed Regulations for U.S. Outbound Investment Regime

    JUNE 2024 Alert

    U.S. Ban on Imports of Russian Uranium Opens Door to Domestic Production

    APRIL 2024 Commentary

    CFIUS Signals Enhanced Enforcement Focus With New Proposed Changes to Regulations
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    Additional Speaking Engagements

    • June 16, 2025
      Remarks at BIO International Convention
    • May 29, 2025
      Remarks to Biocom & SABPA Biopharma Trade and Investment Event
    • March 27, 2025
      Shifting U.S. Corporate Enforcement Priorities in the New Trump Administration: Key Considerations
    • March 20, 2025
      U.S. & California Regulatory Outlook in 2025
    • November 21, 2024
      Trending Topics in EEO: Religion in the Workplace and the End of Chevron Deference
    • October 3, 2024
      Outlook on the U.S. elections and the new EU administration - panel remarks at Jones Day / Dutch & Japanese Trade Federation event
    • May 3, 2024
      “Remembering Dr. Henry Kissinger at Yale: Enduring Contributions to the Study and Practice of Diplomacy” - opening remarks to Yale Jackson School of Global Affairs conference
    • March 26, 2024
      Foreign direct investment: the current state of play across Australia, UK, Europe and USA
    • January 24, 2024
      California Regulatory Update: Key Developments Facing Businesses in the Golden State
    • May 12, 2023
      American Bar Association 35th Annual Real Property, Trust & Estate National Conference: Federal Regulation of International Investment in Real Estate
    • May 3, 2023
      Digital Assets Week California: Digitizing Public and Private Market Assets, panel on Risk & Control: What Should Financial Institutions Be Mindful Of?
    • November 9, 2022
      East-West Biopharma Summit, panel on Regulation of Cross-Border Collaborations
    • May 4, 2022
      Ending DOJ’s China Initiative: Foreign Policy & National Security Consequences
    • January 27, 2022
      A View From Washington: Regulatory and Legislative Developments During the Biden Administration
    • June 17, 2020
      Cyber Supply Chain and the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC): Concerns, Considerations, and Practical Solutions
    • March 11, 2020
      Coronavirus Response: What In-House Counsel Need to Know
    • October 23, 2019
      United States International Trade Commission 13th Annual Services Roundtable
    • September 19, 2019
      Edward Bennett Williams Inn of Court Panel Discussion on Sanctions, Export Controls, and the Foreign Agents Registration Act
    • July 12, 2019
      Weathering Trade War Turbulence: A Perspective From Washington, DC

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