International Law and Development

Global Consulting

Global consulting

Richard Langan's International Background

Richard Langan brings to LANGAN, PLLC over 25 years of high-level international experience that directly informs the firm's work with clients operating in complex global markets, particularly in ESG compliance, international risk assessment, and cross-border legal matters.

His background includes advising the United Nations, U.S. Department of State, USAID, and international organizations on rule of law, governance, anti-corruption, and security sector reform across 35+ countries—often engaging directly with Ministers of Finance, Deputy Prime Ministers, Chief Justices, and senior government officials in politically sensitive environments.

This experience provides unique value to corporate clients navigating:

  • ESG and human rights due diligence in emerging and frontier markets

  • International litigation and arbitration requiring country-specific risk analysis

  • Cross-border transactions in jurisdictions with complex governance challenges

  • Regulatory compliance for companies operating in post-conflict or high-risk environments

Richard's field work has spanned Afghanistan, Iraq, Ukraine, Sudan, Central Asia, the Balkans, and Africa, conducting strategic evaluations, policy development, and institutional assessments for UNDP, USAID, OSCE, and major development contractors.

Whether you represent a corporation, international organization, government, or international development industry player, LANGAN, PLLC is ready to assist your organization with unparalleled expertise and dedication.

Contact LANGAN, PLLC to explore how we can best support your objectives and requirements: rlangan@langan-law.com

For further information on our international development industry consulting services, see: Chronology of Richard Langan’s International Rule of Law, Human Rights and Security Sector Experience