Carolina Muller

Customs and International Trade

Carolina Müller is partner since 2025, with emphasis on customs law and international trade. She is well-versed in the intricacies of free trade agreements, Mercosur regulations, and WTO rules, as well as customs issues such as tariff classification and special customs regimes, making her a go-to expert for businesses involved in international trade and import and export operations.

Carolina's articles are frequently published in specialised law media vehicles, such as newspapers and magazines, nationally and internationally. Besides that, she is a writer and co-writer of multiple books. Most of her work is focused on international law and customs.

Under her leadership, the customs law and international trade practices has important deals in the past few years, including:

• Legal advice for tariff reduction representing China Three Gorges – CTG Brasil Energia Ltda., energy generation company in Brazil, for a major investment in a wind powerplant.

• Representation of Movecta in a lawsuit for recovering storage fees due by the Federal Government regarding abandoned goods in bonded warehouses.

• Assisted Marchon in reviewing and adapting its import procedures in light of the new Authorized Economic Operator certification rules

Mrs. Müller expertise spans a broad range of issues, including the structuring of import and export operations, reductions of import tax, export controls, customs valuation, tariff classification, and special customs regimes, assisting clients both in consultancy and litigation matters.

She has also advised on highly technical matters such as anti-dumping investigations, sunset reviews, and public interest analysis procedures, positioning her as a trusted advisor for clients navigating complex regulatory frameworks. Carolina’s national and international recognition in the international trade sector is also evident through her active participation in professional organizations.