Strategic hires Leverage the recent high-profile partner hire of Ambassador Jeffrey Gerrish to position Schagrin Associates as a government affairs and international trade capability with potential to cross-sell regulatory and trade compliance services to mid-market and multinational clients seeking U.S. export control, sanctions, or trade policy guidance.

International trade focus Target firms and manufacturers engaged in cross-border commerce who require sophisticated trade policy navigation, anti-dumping, and tariff strategies, highlighting Schagrin’s history of addressing international trade concerns through legislative, judicial, and administrative channels.

Mid-market growth With a revenue range of $1M–$10M and a lean organization, pursue mid-market opportunities that need scalable international trade solutions, offering tiered services from advisory to complex litigation - expanding wallet share within existing clients and attracting fast-growing exporters.

Strategic partnerships Position the firm as a bridge for clients engaging with U.S. government agencies, ExIm Bank, and trade representatives, offering consulting on regulatory compliance, trade negotiations, and government-facing litigation as a value-add to manufacturing, logistics, and tech-enabled import/export companies.

Digital credibility Capitalize on the firm’s digital presence and tech stack to reach prospects through analytics-driven marketing, thought leadership on international trade policy, and client testimonials, while highlighting the firm's modern, tech-enabled approach to legal services.