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International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
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Miller & Chevalier's economic sanctions and export controls practice provides advice that is practical, actionable, and tailored to each client's specific circumstances and risk profile. We draw on our team's invaluable mix of experience in government service and on the defense side of economic sanctions and export controls matters, as well as our firm's unique expertise in building effective compliance programs for U.S. and multi-national clients across a range of industries and countries.
Miller & Chevalier's Customs and Import Trade Practice advises on import-related requirements enforced by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and customs administrations worldwide. Our team is led by a former CBP headquarters attorney and our clients span a broad range of industries. Our experience includes advising on the following areas: compliance counseling; customs enforcement; tariff mitigation; audits; duty-saving programs; anti-dumping and countervailing duty (ADD/CVD orders); customs litigation; voluntary partnership programs; and U.S. trade legislation and regulations.
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Miller & Chevalier acted on behalf of Southwest Airlines in litigation to recover sums exacted by CBP.
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At every level, the intellectual and strategic depth is unassailable. From macro positioning and framing to micro details in document design and formatting, this team is spectacular.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSAMiller & Chevalier is worth every dollar. I believe the team is extremely cost conscious about its rates and delivers exceptional value.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSAOne of the main strengths that distinguishes this department is its deep technical expertise and ability to provide tailored, practical solutions.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSAThe team at Miller & Chevalier makes complex matters manageable without oversimplifying critical nuances. Beyond technical expertise, it excels at complex strategic thinking.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSAThe team is highly responsive. The main lawyers I work with at this firm always get back to me quickly either with a clear, concise answer or they tell me when I can expect one.
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Band 2 Richard Mojica
Richard Mojica has a broad customs-based practice. He regularly advises clients on customs classification and Section 301 exclusions. He provides superb responsiveness, flexibility and insight into the process.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSARichard Mojica combines outstanding legal expertise in trade and customs with a practical, client-oriented approach. His advice is always clear, precise and timely, which makes him an invaluable partner to work with.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSARichard's deep understanding of the law, ability to translate complex issues into easily digestible intelligence and efficient navigation of relationships and issues is unparalleled.
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Band 3 Timothy O'Toole
Timothy O'Toole is well regarded for his work with financial services companies. He counsels on compliance with the US sanctions regime. Tim is a truly outstanding professional in litigation and sanctions fields alike. He offers concrete solutions and understands the client's aims.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSATimothy delivers tailored, commercially viable compliance solutions.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSAIf it's serious, we go to Tim because he's seen it and done it. He is pragmatic, strategic and brings clarity in challenging areas.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSATim gets to the crux of an issue.
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions respondentUSATim is responsive, pragmatic, commercially astute and extremely knowledgeable.
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Ranked Individuals at Miller & Chevalier Chartered (2)
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Richard Mojica
International Trade: Customs
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International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions
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