Matthew J. Thomas

Partner, Blank Rome

Matthew J. Thomas has more than twenty years of experience in maritime and international trade regulation and government affairs, representing leading shipowners, energy and trading companies, ports, P&I clubs, shipyards, and marine terminal operators. Mr. Thomas works extensively in the areas of trade sanctions and export controls, particularly with fast-moving Iran policies and related banking and insurance matters. His OFAC sanctions work has included issues as diverse as delisting blocked parties, licensing for Cuban oil spill recovery services, Libyan rebels’ supplies, and piracy ransom payments. He also represents major energy and trading companies with regard to export controls, customs, and maritime regulation ... Read More