Historic changes in leadership and uncertain U.S.-Cuba relations have created significant flux for companies with business interests on the island. At the cutting edge of Cuba policy and market-entry strategy, Akerman helps businesses navigate the complexities of the newly opened Cuba market—and respond confidently to any obstacles along the way. We actively monitor the statutes and regulations governing U.S. policy in Cuba. Recent developments have seen Title III of the Helms-Burton Act, which has been suspended since its creation in 1996, go into effect. Our team has developed a comprehensive analysis of the legal risks, potential actions, and defenses relating to claims arising from the implementation of Title III. We currently represent several clients in the defense of claims resulting from the activation of this provision.
Recognized by Financial Times as one of the most forward thinking law firms for our regulatory work on behalf of U.S. businesses entering the Cuba market, our firm has led frontline policy discussions with government and industry leaders on the future of U.S.-Cuba relations for more than a decade, with members of our team noted as being “very knowledgeable of OFAC regulations and the Helms Burton Act.” We have built trust and open lines of communication with top levels of government and are regularly called upon to contribute to the broader development of policy. We work side-by-side with senior regulators and government officials to help shape policy and law. We also have been called upon to contribute to policy discussions through our involvement in various Cuba-focused business organizations including the Cuba Working Group of the Council of the Americas and the U.S.-Cuba Business Council of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
