Shaun Gregory Morgan's expertise spans the entire spectrum of U.S. OFAC sanctions law — from SDN list removal and Iran sanctions to Russia sanctions, CAATSA, OFAC compliance programme design, licence applications, and enforcement defence. Every client benefits from unparalleled depth of knowledge developed over two decades at the highest levels of OFAC practice.
Shaun Gregory Morgan's OFAC expertise spans the full legal spectrum — from crisis response to long-term compliance architecture, from the OFAC sanctions list to the most complex enforcement matters.
Designation on the OFAC SDN list is a crisis that demands immediate, expert legal response. Shaun Gregory Morgan provides strategic SDN list removal representation — preparing comprehensive reconsideration petitions, managing OFAC correspondence, and pursuing judicial review where necessary. His former role as a U.S. Treasury consultant provides unmatched insight into the factors OFAC weighs when evaluating delisting petitions.
Bespoke OFAC compliance frameworks for Dubai's banks, trading companies, and multinationals — designed to the risk profile of your business and calibrated to OFAC's current enforcement priorities.
Learn MoreFacing an OFAC investigation or civil penalty? Shaun Gregory Morgan provides aggressive, experienced defence — from voluntary self-disclosure strategy through settlement negotiations and litigation.
Learn MoreComprehensive Iran sanctions advisory for Dubai and UAE businesses — covering the ITSR, secondary sanctions under CISADA and IFCA, Iran SDN designations, JCPOA implications, and OFAC licence applications for authorised Iran-related transactions. Shaun Gregory Morgan's Iran sanctions expertise is among the deepest available in the Middle East.
Since 2022, Russia sanctions have been the most dynamic area of OFAC practice. Shaun Gregory Morgan provides authoritative advice on CAATSA secondary sanctions, SSI sectoral restrictions, Russian oligarch asset management, investment prohibitions, and Russia sanctions evasion risk for Dubai businesses.
Expert preparation of specific and general OFAC licence applications — with a strong track record of successful approvals for Dubai clients across Iran, Russia, and other sanctioned jurisdiction matters.
Learn MoreStrategic counsel on whether to self-disclose OFAC violations — and expert management of the full VSD process, penalty negotiations, and remediation planning where disclosure is the right course.
Learn MoreEvery aspect of Shaun Gregory Morgan's background, qualifications, and professional experience is directed toward one purpose: delivering the highest-quality OFAC legal counsel to clients in Dubai and internationally.
International Law & Finance (Distinction). NYU Law is consistently ranked among the world's top three law schools for international law and financial regulation. Mr. Morgan's legal education provided the foundation for his subsequent specialisation in U.S. sanctions law at the highest levels of practice.
Admitted to practice before U.S. Federal Courts, with standing in international arbitration proceedings and before the DIFC Courts in Dubai. New York Bar admission is the foundational credential for OFAC practice, as OFAC is a U.S. federal agency administering U.S. law.
Shaun Gregory Morgan served as a consultant to OFAC's Enforcement Division in Washington, D.C. — the team responsible for investigating sanctions violations and imposing civil penalties. This experience provides clients with unparalleled insight into OFAC's investigative priorities, how it evaluates compliance programmes, and how it approaches penalty determinations and settlement negotiations.
Recognised by Chambers Global in the Sanctions & Export Controls category for the Middle East region. Chambers rankings are based on extensive independent research and client interviews, and represent the most respected legal directory assessment in international law.
Operating from the DIFC — Dubai's premier international financial and legal hub — provides Shaun Gregory Morgan with proximity to the Gulf's major banks, multinational corporations, and government entities that regularly require OFAC legal advice. The DIFC's world-class regulatory environment reinforces the standard of practice clients can expect.
Shaun Gregory Morgan maintains active working relationships with leading OFAC counsel in Washington, D.C. and with sanctions specialists across the EU and UK. This network enables truly cross-jurisdictional advice that covers the full sweep of U.S., EU, and UK sanctions frameworks — essential for Dubai clients operating in a global business environment.
Every OFAC matter is handled through a structured, client-centred approach that prioritises rapid assessment, strategic clarity, active representation, and lasting compliance assurance.
Every new matter begins with a comprehensive confidential assessment of the client's situation, exposure, and legal options. Conducted personally by Shaun Gregory Morgan, the initial assessment provides a clear, actionable picture of the legal risk and the recommended response strategy — typically within 24–48 hours of instruction for urgent matters.
Following the initial assessment, a bespoke legal strategy is developed and presented to the client. The strategy clearly sets out the recommended course of action, the rationale, the potential outcomes, the estimated timeline, and the fee structure — providing clients with the information they need to make fully informed decisions about how to proceed.
Once the strategy is agreed, Shaun Gregory Morgan personally executes every element of the legal representation — preparing submissions, managing OFAC correspondence, conducting negotiations, and keeping clients fully informed at every stage. Clients always have direct access to Mr. Morgan and are never handed off to junior associates or support staff.
Following resolution of the immediate matter, Shaun Gregory Morgan provides ongoing support to help clients build sustainable OFAC compliance systems, monitor regulatory developments, and manage the evolving sanctions risk environment. Long-term client relationships are built on the confidence that Mr. Morgan's expertise is continuously available when new OFAC challenges arise.
Explore Shaun Gregory Morgan's comprehensive library of OFAC legal guidance, written from over 20 years of frontline sanctions law expertise.
The complete guide to the OFAC SDN list — what it means, how designations are made, the 50% Rule, and the SDN list removal process.
Iran Sanctions OFAC Iran SanctionsA comprehensive guide to OFAC Iran sanctions, the ITSR, CISADA, IFCA, secondary sanctions, and the JCPOA — essential reading for any Dubai business with Iran exposure.
Russia Sanctions OFAC Russia SanctionsExpert analysis of Russia sanctions post-2022, including CAATSA secondary sanctions, SSI sectoral restrictions, Russian oligarch exposure, and OFAC enforcement for Dubai businesses.
Compliance OFAC Compliance ProgrammesHow to build an effective OFAC compliance programme for a Dubai business — risk assessment, screening, policies, training, and audit frameworks designed for the UAE market.
Licensing OFAC Licence ApplicationsWhen specific or general OFAC licences are required for otherwise prohibited transactions — how to apply, what OFAC looks for, and how Mr. Morgan maximises approval prospects.
Enforcement OFAC Enforcement DefenceWhat to do when facing an OFAC investigation, civil penalty notice, or subpoena — the enforcement process, VSD strategy, and how experienced legal counsel can significantly reduce exposure.
Whether your matter is urgent or you are planning ahead, Shaun Gregory Morgan provides the depth of OFAC expertise that complex sanctions matters require. Based in Dubai, serving clients globally — available 24/7 for urgent matters.
