Legal & Consultancy

Navigate Global Trade with Confidence

 

In the complex world of international shipping, regulatory compliance and strategic guidance are essential. Our Legal & Consultancy Services help you stay compliant, avoid costly mistakes, and make smarter business decisions—whether you’re expanding into new markets or resolving a shipping dispute.

🧾 Our Services Include:

Regulatory Compliance & Licensing

  • Assistance with import/export licenses and permits
  • Compliance with maritime, customs, and trade regulations
  • Dangerous goods classification and legal documentation

Contract & Risk Management

  • Drafting and reviewing shipping contracts, freight agreements, and NDAs
  • Liability and insurance consultation
  • Dispute resolution and claims support (damage, delay, or loss)

International Trade Consultancy

  • Advice on tariffs, duties, and trade agreements (e.g., WTO, FTA, RCEP)
  • Country-specific trade laws and sanctions guidance
  • Export control and embargo advisory

Strategic Logistics Consulting

  • Route optimization, cost reduction strategies
  • Supply chain risk assessments
  • Customs duty drawback planning and bonded warehouse strategy

Why Choose Us?

  • In-house legal experts with shipping law specialization
  • Global regulatory insights for multi-country operations
  • Proactive compliance to avoid penalties or shipment holds
  • Strategic advice tailored to your trade routes and industries

Who We Help:

  • Freight forwarders
  • Import/export businesses
  • Maritime carriers
  • 3PL & 4PL providers
  • Manufacturers and traders

Understanding the Challenges & Opportunities

In global logistics, customs clearance can be both a hurdle and an opportunity. Here’s a breakdown of the potential drawbacks you should be aware of—and the incentives that can benefit your business when managed properly.

🔻 Drawbacks / Challenges

  1. Delays Due to Documentation Errors
    Incomplete or incorrect paperwork can cause significant delays and extra costs.
  2. Unexpected Duties & Taxes
    If goods are misclassified or trade regulations change, importers may face surprise fees.
  3. Regulatory Complexity
    Each country has unique and often changing customs laws, requiring constant updates.
  4. Inspections & Holds
    Random inspections or flagged cargo can slow down deliveries and affect deadlines.
  5. Risk of Penalties
    Non-compliance, under-declaration, or missing certificates can lead to heavy fines or seizure.

Incentives / Opportunities

  1. Duty Drawback Programs
    Businesses can reclaim import duties on goods that are re-exported. (E.g., U.S. CBP Drawback)
  2. Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)
    Leveraging FTAs like USMCA, EU-Japan, ASEAN, etc., can significantly reduce or eliminate tariffs.
  3. Bonded Warehousing
    Store goods without paying duties until they are sold or re-exported—ideal for deferred cash flow.
  4. AEO/CTPAT Certification Benefits
    Certified importers/exporters get faster clearance and reduced inspections.
  5. Green Channel Clearance
    Frequent shippers with good compliance history often get expedited processing.

🧭 How We Help

We actively manage the risks while maximizing the opportunities:

  • Pre-check all documentation
  • Help clients apply for duty drawback programs
  • Advise on HS codes & tariff classifications
  • Identify FTAs that apply to your shipments
  • Coordinate bonded warehouse use and compliance