Jason Wilcox helps clients succeed at the critical intersection of global commerce and national security. In an era where trade controls and foreign investment scrutiny are primary tools of U.S. foreign policy, he provides the strategic foresight that companies need to comply with today’s rules and anticipate tomorrow’s risks, achieving their global business objectives while mitigating significant regulatory and reputational harm.
Jason’s practice focuses on dynamic sectors subject to intense regulatory scrutiny. He has deep experience guiding companies through their most critical cross-border ventures in sectors ranging from software/SaaS, digital currency, and fintech to life sciences and advanced manufacturing. By integrating his trade and national security experience with the firm’s market-leading energy and technology teams, he enables clients to develop pioneering global energy projects and execute strategic M&A involving innovative companies with confidence.
His practice covers the full lifecycle of international trade and national security matters. He guides clients through the entire process of U.S. foreign investment review (CFIUS), conducts critical due diligence for transactions, and secures necessary licenses and authorizations under export controls (EAR/ITAR) and economic sanctions (OFAC). He also steers them through the complexities of U.S. customs law —including tariff classification, valuation, country of origin marking, and responding to CBP inquiries—and ensures compliance with anti-corruption statutes like the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).
When challenges arise, Jason represents clients in government investigations and enforcement actions before key regulators, including the Departments of Commerce, State, Treasury, Justice, and Homeland Security (CBP). He helps them design and implement integrated corporate compliance programs that address the full spectrum of trade control risk. Ultimately, Jason’s goal is to transform intricate regulatory challenges into a source of competitive advantage, providing clients with the clarity that they need to thrive in an increasingly demanding global marketplace.
In addition to his practice, Jason is involved in various initiatives aimed at advancing educational opportunities in his local community. Jason spearheads the firm's mentorship of high school students participating in the DC Street Law Program, which concentrates on providing students with necessary skills to become effective problem-solvers through their knowledge of legal principles. In recognition of this participation, the firm received an Outstanding Achievement Award from the Washington Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs. Jason has also been appointed to serve on the City of Gaithersburg, MD Educational Enrichment Committee.
Jason was the firm's 2019 representative member for the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity Fellows Program and was an inaugural recipient of the Baker Botts Excellence in Diversity and Community Engagement Award, presented to three lawyers committed to promoting diversity in the firm and in their communities.
