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Melanie Adkins
Senior Partner & Director of International Trade

Melanie
Adkins

International Trade Compliance & Timber Legality. Redefining legal excellence with precision, integrity, and a global perspective.

18+

Years Experience

200+

Supply Chains Secured

Georgetown Law

Education

Elite

Compliance Rating

Professional Biography

Melanie Adkins is a leading authority in international trade compliance, with a specialized focus on the timber and wood manufacturing sectors. Based in the United States, she advises global enterprises—particularly U.S. citizens operating abroad—on navigating complex regulatory landscapes in Southeast Asia. Her expertise is critical for facilities using high-risk materials like Myanmar teak, where she ensures rigorous supply chain traceability and strict adherence to U.S. Lacey Act and OFAC sanctions. Melanie bridges the gap between Indonesian industrial operations and U.S. import requirements, safeguarding her clients' investments against seizure, civil penalties, and criminal liability.

Core Expertise

International Compliance Architecture

Designing PT PMA structures and work permit frameworks that withstand Indonesian regulatory scrutiny.

Timber Legality & Traceability

Implementing SVLK and V-Legal synchronization for Indonesian timber, alongside deep due diligence for Myanmar teak sourcing.

U.S. Regulatory Defense

Expert navigation of the Lacey Act and OFAC sanctions to ensure seamless entry into U.S. markets.

Compliance is the only sustainable bridge between global production and the American market.

WINS
Track Record

Notable Case Victories

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Victory

Lacey Act Clearance

Successfully defended a major furniture importer against federal seizure by proving verifiable chain-of-custody.

Secured

OFAC Compliance Framework

Architected a sanctions-proof supply chain for a manufacturer utilizing regulated Southeast Asian hardwoods.

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