O'Farrell handles work spanning import and export regimes, tariff classification, customs valuation, free trade zones, and in-factory and in-country customs, as well as international transit of goods, and staggered shipping. Investment treaties, including Mercosur and ALADI agreements, are also covered, with advice on foreign exchange regulations another active line of work. The firm is also called on to support and represent clients in trade and customs disputes at both judicial and administrative level. The practice is led by accomplished customs and trade expert Gustavo Enrique Müller, who covers international trade, customs law, anti-dumping and regulatory issues. Associate Nadia Antonini advises companies on customs and administrative procedures.

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  • ‘Excellent service, provided with high professional quality and good communication with the client. The O'Farrell team and Gustavo Müller are always available and have detailed market knowledge.’

  • ‘Gustavo Müller is completely available to his clients, and the ratio between the price and quality of service is exceptional. He offers great quality in his services without neglecting the client relationship.'

Key clients

  • Ford Argentina
  • Transener
  • YPF Energía Eléctrica
  • Louisiana Pacific Chile
  • ENAEX
  • AWS

Work highlights

  • Provided advice to, and defence of, Ford Argentina on a range of customs matters, including customs valuations, and imports and exports to and from Mercosur jurisdictions.
  • Advised Cia de Transporte de Energía Eléctrica en Alta Tensión on customs matters and the tax benefits of renewable energy imports.
  • Advised Merz on customs matters related to the retention of merchandise with National Administration of Medicines, Food and Medical Technology (ANMAT) certifications.

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Gustavo Enrique Müller