WHAT WE HELP WITH
Research before you sign or pay
Working with a company overseas can be a great opportunity, but it also carries real risks: sanctioned owners, fake suppliers and unclear backgrounds. Our founder’s doctoral studies in Law and Policy include research on OFAC sanctions licensing, and his background includes intelligence studies and deep knowledge of the Middle East and Asia.
Sanctions Screening
Check names against key government lists.
- OFAC SDN and consolidated lists
- BIS Entity List and other U.S. lists
- UN, EU and UK sanctions lists
- Owners, directors and banks
- Possible match review
- Dated screening records
Supplier Verification
Make sure your supplier can deliver.
- Factory and office verification
- Independent inspection coordination
- Product and capacity questions
- Trade references
- Export history checks
- Payment red flags
Company Background Checks
Confirm a company is real and in good standing.
- Business registry records
- Address and contact checks
- Years in business
- Licenses and certifications
- Litigation and adverse media
- Website and online footprint
Country & Market Risk
Understand the place, not only the partner.
- Country sanctions programs
- Political and economic risk
- Business customs and practices
- Payment and banking issues
- Middle East and Asia focus
- Plain-language briefs
Ownership Research
Find out who is behind a company.
- Shareholders and directors
- Parent and related companies
- OFAC 50 Percent Rule review
- Politically exposed persons
- Red flags and gaps
- Source-backed findings
Ongoing Monitoring
Partners change. Your checks should too.
- Periodic re-screening
- List update alerts
- New partner onboarding checks
- Screening logs for your files
- Compliance program support
- Annual partner reviews
HOW IT WORKS
Clear answers in three steps
1
Tell us who to check
Share the company or person, the country and the type of deal you are planning.
2
We research and screen
We search sanctions lists, company records and public sources and verify key facts.
3
Receive your report
You get a written report with sources, findings and red flags to review with your team or attorney.
Due Diligence and Sanctions Screening: Frequently Asked Questions
USLaw Group LLC provides international due diligence research and sanctions screening for U.S. businesses, importers, exporters and investors. Based in Manassas, Virginia, we work with clients across the United States.
What is sanctions screening?
Sanctions screening checks a person or company against government lists such as OFAC’s Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List. U.S. persons are generally prohibited from dealing with blocked parties, so screening is an important first step before any deal.
Is a free search of the OFAC list enough?
It is a good start, but names can be spelled many ways, and companies owned 50 percent or more by blocked persons can be blocked even when they are not listed. We review possible matches and ownership to give you a clearer picture.
Which countries do you cover?
We research companies worldwide, with particular depth in the Middle East and Asia.
Do you provide legal opinions or apply for OFAC licenses?
No. USLaw Group LLC is not a law firm, and our reports are research. For legal opinions, OFAC license applications or voluntary disclosures, please work with a qualified sanctions attorney.
Will you help with a deal involving a sanctioned country or person?
We do not assist with any transaction that would violate U.S. sanctions or export control laws. If screening shows a sanctions concern, we report it so you can stop or get legal advice.
How long does a report take?
A basic screening can often be completed quickly. A full background and ownership report takes longer, depending on the country and how much information is public.
How do I get started?
Book a consultation online or call 5712452001 and tell us who you plan to do business with.
Check your partner before you commit
Book a consultation and get a clear due diligence and screening plan for your next deal.
USLaw Group LLC provides research, screening and reporting services. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice, legal opinions or OFAC licensing services. We do not assist with transactions that violate U.S. sanctions or export control laws.