RESOLVING INTERNATIONAL SANCTIONS-FLAGGED ACCOUNTS ✅ BANKING AND FINANCE ✅ SERVICES

Stage 1: Initial Consultation and Situation Assessment

Attorney's Actions:

Collection of primary information from the client (account type, jurisdiction, reasons for blocking).
Analysis of documentation confirming account freeze (bank letters, OFAC notices, etc.).
Assessment of legal risks and prospects for unblocking.

Stage 2: Legal Analysis of Sanctions Regime and Strategy Development

Attorney's Actions:

Research of relevant sanctions regimes (OFAC, EU, UN, others).
Determining whether the client or their transactions are subject to direct or secondary sanctions.
Preparation of legal strategy: licensing, appeal, request for exemption.

Stage 3: Bank Communication and OFAC Request Preparation

Attorney's Actions:

Negotiations with the bank that blocked the account.
Preparation and submission of:

Request for funds unblocking or
Request for Specific License from OFAC.

Argumentation of client's innocence or permitted exceptions (humanitarian grounds, legal services, etc.).

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When Your Bank Account Is Blocked Due to Sanctions: What to Do?

The blocking of a bank account in the U.S. due to suspected violation of international sanctions is a serious situation that requires immediate legal action. Such blocking may be related to transactions involving sanctioned countries (e.g., Iran), companies, or individuals. Often, clients only learn about the problem when they cannot access their funds, and the bank refers to OFAC (Office of Foreign Assets Control).

What Is Included in the Legal Support Service for Account Blocking Due to Sanctions?

Our team provides comprehensive legal assistance, covering:

Analysis of the reasons for account blocking and the bank's or OFAC's request
Preparation of a response to the bank's inquiry, including justification of the legality of fund sources
Preparation and submission of a request to OFAC for a license or unblocking (unblocking license request)
Legal support at all stages of correspondence with financial institutions and government agencies
Recommendations to mitigate risks of future account blocking

Why Is It Important to Consult a Lawyer When Your Account Is Blocked Due to Sanctions?

Independent correspondence with the bank or OFAC often leads to delays, rejections, or further restrictions. An attorney will:

Assess the legality of the bank's actions
Ensure proper communication with U.S. government agencies
Prepare documents in English according to OFAC requirements
Protect your interests in case of legal appeal

Timely involvement of a lawyer helps reduce the duration of account blocking and avoid financial losses.

What Will the Attorney Do?

Conduct an initial consultation and request documents regarding the account and transactions
Perform a legal analysis of the situation and develop an action strategy
Negotiate with the bank and prepare a document package for OFAC
Submit a request for a Specific License or apply for asset release
Monitor the review process and respond to additional regulatory inquiries

Service Terms and Typical Situations

Legal assistance is provided to clients whose accounts have been frozen in the U.S. due to:

Transfers or payments to individuals on the SDN sanctions list
Financial transactions with sanctioned countries (e.g., Iran, Cuba)
Suspected connections with restricted companies
Insufficient transparency of fund sources or their purpose

The service is also available to non-U.S. residents, including business owners, freelancers, immigrants, and relatives who send or receive funds from abroad.

Consultation and Getting Started

We recommend not delaying. Consulting a lawyer at an early stage helps avoid losing access to funds and reduces reputational risks. Submit a consultation request, and we will review your situation in detail.