WilmerHale stands at the forefront of customs compliance and enforcement, offering clients unmatched expertise and comprehensive support in today’s rapidly evolving trade environment.
As record tariffs are imposed on a growing range of countries and industries, and enforcement efforts intensify, companies face unprecedented risks and complexities in global supply chains.
The firm’s lawyers are uniquely equipped to guide importers, buyers, and supply chain participants through these challenges, providing one-stop-shopping for all customs-related needs.
The U.S. has shifted its customs enforcement posture, with agencies like US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) employing advanced data analytics to scrutinize trade flows and target noncompliance. Companies are increasingly subject to information requests, risk assessments, audits, and pre-penalty notices, often facing substantial fines and penalties. The Justice and Homeland Security departments have launched cross-agency initiatives to combat tariff evasion, further raising the stakes for importers.
WilmerHale’s team combines deep government experience with notable strengths in civil and criminal enforcement defense. The firm advises clients on tariff mitigation strategies, optimizes trade data elements such as country of origin and customs valuation, and assesses import risk.
WilmerHale regularly interfaces with CBP, responds to penalty notices and audits, and submits prior disclosures for its clients. When enforcement escalates to subpoenas or investigations, WilmerHale’s leading FCA and White-Collar Defense teams mount effective strategic responses.
Our track record includes representing major manufacturers, retailers, life sciences companies and others in CBP actions, risk assessments, and congressional inquiries. With former senior government officials on its team, WilmerHale delivers strategic, informed counsel for every contingency.
For current and prospective clients navigating the complexities of customs compliance and enforcement, WilmerHale offers a single destination for trusted, effective legal support. To learn more, visit us here.