Customs Law and International Trade: Legal Assistance and Advanced Advisory
Iaconelli Law Firm, in collaboration with Grayston & Company Law Firm, operates with an integrated team of professionals specializing in customs law and international trade. The firm assists Italian and multinational companies on matters directly or indirectly related to Italy. Thanks to a well-established network across Europe and the United States, the firm provides legal opinions on U.S. sanctions, supports clients with ruling requests before OFAC and other U.S. authorities, and offers dedicated compliance and training programs.
Support with Customs Matters, Sanctions, and Embargoes
The firm has many years of experience handling:
- Disputes and voluntary disclosure procedures
- Criminal aspects of customs and trade law violations
- EU, national, and extra-EU regulations, especially on dual-use goods, embargoes, and financial sanctions
Since 2001, the firm has provided assistance in customs and trade law, both in Italy and abroad, with a focus on preventing legal and financial risks.
Expertise in National, European, and International Litigation
- Over 100 cases in international trade law brought before the Court of Justice of the European Union
- Long-standing experience in public international trade litigation before the World Trade Organization (WTO)
- Participation in international arbitration proceedings, representing both sovereign states and multinational corporations in multi-jurisdictional contexts
Market Access and Multi-Jurisdictional Trade Regulations
The firm provides specialized advisory services on market access, with particular focus on the Far East and the United States, addressing:
- Tariffs, trade barriers, and anti-dumping procedures
- Legal and regulatory frameworks affecting export/import activities
- Recent developments in global trade tensions and evolving customs scenarios
With active collaborations in Brussels, Geneva, Beijing, and New York, the firm maintains a global perspective on trade and customs law, delivering tailored solutions in both B2B and institutional relations.
Training and International Publications
The firm is also active in advanced training and academic outreach, including:
- Partnerships with the Faculty of the Master in International Law and Economics at the World Trade Institute (Bern, Switzerland)
- Teaching at the New International Business Institute (NIBI) in Milan
- Seminars and in-company training sessions on customs and trade issues
- Multiple international publications on customs law, international trade, and arbitration, cited in leading legal manuals in English