Eric Sandberg-Zakian Named to Bloomberg Law's They've Got Next 2024 List

Washington—Bloomberg Law has named Eric Sandberg-Zakian to its prestigious “They’ve Got Next: The 40 Under 40” list for 2024. The annual special report recognizes lawyers who “represent the best of the future of the legal profession.” Eric was one of only two attorneys nationwide selected for Bloomberg’s “White Collar, Investigations, and Crisis Leadership” category.

A partner in Covington’s Washington, DC office, Eric represents clients in complex criminal cases, civil enforcement actions, and internal investigations involving national security and international trade. He is one of the few attorneys in the international trade bar specializing exclusively in trade controls investigations, coupling deep subject matter expertise in U.S. economic sanctions and export controls with finely honed white collar defense and investigations skills. He has extensive experience conducting high-stakes internal investigations and making voluntary disclosures to primary trade controls regulators in matters that could give rise to criminal prosecution.

In an accompanying profile, Eric discusses his most substantial wins for clients, essential lessons he learned at the beginning of his career, and how he defines success in his practice. He also shares insights about his pro bono work and the value of quality mentorship in building a successful career.