Demarest Advogados’ international trade and customs practice is a popular choice for clients seeking assistance with trade remedies investigations, especially those in the mining, steel, textile and food products sectors. Other areas of expertise include importation, anti-dumping and customs issues, such as valuation, classification and licensing. Led by José Setti Diaz, the practice benefits from his expertise in anti-dumping, subsidies, tariffs, trade barriers, import licensing and disputes. Camila Biral is also highlighted as a key member of the team focusing on contentious matters in this space. ‘Distinguished customs lawyer’ Victor Lopes handles government relations initiatives regarding Brazilian international trade policy, while Fernando Bueno ‘boasts extensive expertise in trade defence procedures and governmental affairs concerning tariffs and international trade’.
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- 'The firm is full-service, offering complete and horizontal support, even when faced with a specific issue. The firm has a team that is not only highly qualified and specialised, but also very comprehensive. In other words, you can count on the best professionals in the market in practically all areas of law.'
- 'It is a leading firm renowned for its expertise in handling complex trade cases. The firm possesses a remarkable ability to efficiently process extensive volumes of data and documents from multiple parties simultaneously. Additionally, they exhibit a profound understanding of the market and its key players, offering savvy advice and strategic guidance.'
- 'Fernando Bueno boasts extensive expertise in trade defence procedures and governmental affairs concerning tariffs and international trade. His wide network, respect within the field, and pragmatic approach make him a standout professional.'
- 'Victor Lopes is a distinguished customs lawyer, consistently earning high praise from clients. He comes highly recommended for his exceptional service and expertise in the field.'
- 'Demarest's group of lawyers dedicated to international trade is very well prepared to meet the specific demands of various sectors in Brazil and its usually multinational industries. The professionals' understanding of the corporate environment is a clear and appreciated differential. Interaction with the country's foreign trade authorities is also an important point.'
Clients clés
- Vale
- Usiminas
- Brazilian Sporting Goods Industry Association (APICE)
- Chevron
- Varian Medical Systems
- Siemens Gamesa
- Siemens Healthcare
- National Tire Industry Association
- Maersk
- Fujitsu
Points forts
- Assisted USIMINAS with the anti-dumping and countervailing duties sunset reviews initiated by the US over hot rolled-steel and the carbon and alloy steel cut-to-length plate.
- Represented APICE, its member companies (Nike, Adidas, Puma, Asics, etc) and the Chinese manufacturers/exporters (PouChen, Dean Shoes, Taekwang, Apache, etc) in the anti-dumping sunset review investigation and public interest assessment launched by BTRA (Brazilian Trade Remedies Authority) on footwear products imported from China.
- Assisted Tecumseh with disputes against ELETROS concerning the local content requirement for manufacturers of air conditioners and the import duty rate applicable to compressors used in refrigerators.
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Responsable de la pratique
José Setti Diaz
Autres avocats clés
Victor Lopes; Fernando Bueno; Camila Biral; Vitória Malucelli