Curtis’ International Trade Group specializes in assisting clients in analyzing where and how to locate production, distribution and other business facilities in order to maximize the client’s economic advantages in the World economy, including securing benefits under bi-lateral and multi-lateral investment agreements, such as NAFTA and GATT. In addition, the group advises clients on ways to minimize the possibility of becoming a target of a trade dispute and, if necessary, on how to defend themselves should a trade dispute arise or should their products become subject to international trade, tariff and customs barriers.
Consistent with the Firm’s approach of working closely with clients, the International Trade Group begins its representation of a client by eliciting as much information as possible about the clients’ specific industry focus and strategic goals. Based on this information, the Group works closely with the client to develop a plan regarding such matters as, for example, where to locate production, distribution and other facilities based on applicable rules of origin, and other factors, to maximize the clients’ ability to penetrate new markets or defend or initiate trade disputes. When faced with trade barriers, including, for example, anti-dumping duties, the Group is experienced in developing and presenting legal arguments to the proper trade authorities and, if necessary, in developing coalitions of interested public and private entities to improve trading conditions for our clients.
The Firm’s experience includes:
