Overview

A recognized authority in trade compliance, Mollie Sitkowski combines a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks with a results-driven approach, making her a trusted advisor for companies operating in high-stakes international markets. Mollie’s practice focuses on import/export regulations, forced labor, sanctions compliance and national security-related matters, including those administered and enforced by the Department of Homeland Security’s U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC), the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), the Department of Commerce’s Bureaus of Industry and Security (BIS) and Census, the Department of State’s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC), and the Department of Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). With a deep understanding of the complexities surrounding U.S. export controls, trade restrictions, and foreign investment, Mollie advises multinational corporations, small businesses, and individuals on navigating the complex landscape of trade compliance, mitigate legal risks, and ensure compliance with both U.S. and international regulatory requirements.

Trusted Legal Counsel

A trusted legal advisor in matters of national security, Mollie offers skilled guidance on compliance with the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) regulations, ensuring that foreign investments are properly vetted in accordance with U.S. national security concerns. Additionally, Mollie helps clients meet the requirements of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) and other forced labor findings and orders, advising businesses on how to align their supply chains with human rights standards and avoid detentions and supply chain delays for forced labor-related violations.

Mollie works closely with corporations, government contractors, and multinational companies to develop tailored strategies that align with both commercial objectives and legal obligations. She provides guidance on licensing, regulatory enforcement and due diligence processes, offering practical solutions to complex challenges in areas ranging from cross-border transactions to supply chain management.

Thought Leadership

Mollie is a frequent speaker and writer on topics related to international trade law, sanctions and national security regulations.

Prior Experience

Before rejoining the firm, Mollie worked as import/export counsel for a global leader in automation that focused on the distribution of automotive parts, equipment and systems. While in law school, Mollie worked for the firm as a paralegal for the customs and trade practice.

Personal Interests

When she’s not geeking out over trade regulations, Mollie enjoys spending time with her two girls, two dogs, and husband, watching 80s and 90s movies, reading, and running, yoga or weightlifting.

Credentials

Bar Admissions

Illinois

Education

Chicago-Kent College of Law
J.D. (2013)

University of San Diego
B.A. cum laude (2007)

Gies College of Business, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
M.B.A. (2022)

Insights & Events

Latest
Insights
最新 November 2025

IEEPA Tariff Refunds and Follow-On Litigation: ‘How Would This Work? It Seems to Me Like This Could Be a Mess’*

*Justice Amy Coney Barrett in Oral Argument, Learning Resources, Inc. et al. v. Trump et al. and Trump et al. v. V.O.S. Selections et al., S. Ct. Nos. 24-1287 and 25-250
15 min read
最新 November 2025

SCOTUS Weighs Trump Administration’s Tariff Authority Under IEEPA; Pharma and Device AI; and More

Biopharma & Medical Devices Briefing
7 min read
最新 September 2025

Federal Appeals Court Rules IEEPA Tariffs Illegal — What Happens Next? What Can I Do to Prepare?

V.O.S. Selections v. Trump, No. 25-1812 (Fed. Cir. Aug. 29, 2025)
12 min read
媒体报道 August 2025

Mollie Sitkowski Discusses Recent Tariff Appellate Decision With Bloomberg

1 min read
最新 August 2025

Update for UK Entities in the Supply Chain for U.S. Defence

UK Defence Contractors Update
13 min read
最新 August 2025

Effects of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on Health Care and Pharma; and More

Biopharma & Medical Devices Briefing
7 min read
媒体报道 July 2025

Mollie Sitkowski Comments on Ever-Changing Tariffs in Bloomberg Law

1 min read
媒体报道 July 2025

Mollie Sitkowski Discusses Tariff Impact on Trade Industries With BBC

1 min read
最新 July 2025

Dressed to Oppress? Unraveling Forced Labor and Supply Chains in Fashion

Now Is the Time to Lead With Transparency, Due Diligence and Responsible Sourcing
7 min read
Podcast May 2025

Mollie Sitkowski Talks U.S. and China Trade Updates on Simply Trade Podcast

1 min read
Other Perspectives

Firm Blog Contributions

  • TCPA Blog – a resource analyzing TCPA-related litigation and regulatory developments

Leadership & Community

Professional Associations

  • American Bar Association
  • American Association of Exporters and Importers
  • Chicago Bar Association
  • Organization of Women in International Trade, Chicago Chapter, Treasurer

Civic Activities

  • Sarah’s Inn, Associate Board Member

Honors

  • Chambers Global — 2025
  • Chambers USA — Nationwide, International Trade: Customs, 2024-25
  • Chambers USA — Nationwide, International Trade: Customs, “Up and Coming,” 2023
  • Chambers USA — Nationwide, International Trade: Customs, “Attorneys to Watch,” 2021-22
  • Chicago-Kent College of Law — Honors Scholar; Dean's List