Export Control Basics: The Key Things Every Defense Contractor Needs to Know about the ITAR and EAR

While almost every small business defense contractor has heard of the export control regulations (i.e., the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR)), many do not realize they could be subject to their registration and compliance requirements even if they think they are not actively engaged in exporting. Failure to follow these rules can lead to hefty penalties. Others are also considering becoming defense exporters or have already entered into that line of work and need to understand better their compliance obligations.

This webinar will outline in detail the basics what every defense contractor needs to know about the ITAR and EAR. It will answer key, basic questions like: who is required to register under ITAR and how do I go about doing that? How to deal with common misconceptions around exemptions? If I want to become an exporter or are already engaged in exporting, what are my basic compliance obligations and how do I go about obtaining necessary licenses?

This training is for defense contractors needing to learn more about this topic area as well as a good refresher for seasoned exporters alike.

About the instructor:

Paul Hawkins is a Virginia-based attorney specializing in representing government contractors. His business and commercial law practice focuses on helping government contractors successfully navigate the various legal and compliance issues they face on a daily basis. Paul advises clients across a wide range of corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters with specific emphasis on small business and Federal Acquisition Regulation compliance, forming government contracting teaming relationships and strategic partnerships (including joint ventures and the SBA’s mentor protégé program), protests and contract claims, intellectual property issues, and mergers and acquisitions.