At Roberts & Kehagiaras LLP, we help clients navigate the complex landscape of customs regulations and trade compliance. Our team of seasoned attorneys provide guidance to our clients to maintain compliance with U.S. trade laws, while minimizing risks and creating impactful strategies and solutions.
Customs Law and Trade Compliance
Customs Compliance & Regulatory Guidance
We assist businesses in understanding and complying with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and requirements, including:
- Tariff classification and Harmonized System (HS) codes
- Customs valuation
- Country of origin and marking requirements
- Recordkeeping and compliance audits
- Free Trade Agreement (FTA) compliance (USMCA, etc.)
- Anti-dumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) compliance
- Creating compliance manuals and other document sets
- Errors & Omissions (E&O) mediation and defense
Customs Enforcement & Dispute Resolution
When facing audits, investigations, or enforcement actions from Customs (CBP), we provide:
- Representation in CBP audits and penalty cases
- Assistance with seizure and forfeiture matters
- Appeals and protests against customs decisions
- Mitigation of penalties and liquidated damages claims
Import & Export Compliance
We provide expert guidance on U.S. and trade regulations, helping clients avoid costly penalties and delays in the following areas:
- Import/export licensing requirements
- Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) compliance
- International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) compliance
- Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) compliance
- Deemed exports and technology transfers
- Trade sanctions and embargo compliance
Supply Chain Security & Risk Management
Businesses rely on our teams’ expertise to make informed decisions about product and supply chain management. We provide thoughtful counsel to ease the decision-making process for senior leadership, helping them assess the best strategic option for their organization.
- Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) certification
- Foreign Trade Zones (FTZ) and bonded warehouse strategies and setup
- Due diligence and compliance program development
- Importer/supplier agreements (to protect importers from import risks)
Ensure your business remains compliant with evolving trade laws. Contact us today to schedule a consultation with our customs and compliance law experts.
Alternative Dispute & Mediation
ADR processes include mediation, arbitration, and neutral evaluation.