The customs and international trade team at Hernández & Cía advises its clients on a broad range of issues relating to customs law, regime structures and customs procedures, helping with compliance issues, the reduction of expenses associated with operations, and contentious and non-contentious administrative and judicial proceedings. Industry veteran Leonardo Lopez is known for his ability to handle customs compliance, planning and audit procedures, while Miguel Ángel Campos, who was recently promoted to principal associate, deals with customs valuations, free tariff mandates and agreements. Associate Paloma Velásquez Bolognesi’s wide-ranging practice encompasses customs and foreign trade consulting, customs audits and contentious procedures.
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Testimonials
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- ‘A team committed to the client's needs.’
- ‘Extensive experience in not only national but international cases in customs and international trade regulation issues.’
‘A solid team that allows us to always answer any query in a timely manner.’
‘Miguel Angel stands out for his knowledge of foreign trade - he is always willing to resolve any query.’
‘The firm has an excellent practice, with very up-to-date topics and highly competent lawyers in the matter.'
‘They are very committed to the client and permanently updated with the regulations and the environment related to customs and logistics.'
Key clients
- Exsa
- Backus
- Empresa Editora El Comercio
- Grupo Sandoval – Dinet
- Talma Servicios Aeroportuarios
- Lima Cargo City
- Grupo Trafigura - Trafigura Del Perú
- Consorcio Minero
- Impala Terminals
- Procter & Gamble Perú
- Softys Peru
- Compañía Minera Antamina
- Hasbro Peru
Work highlights
- Advised Grupo Falabella on the customs audit procedure regarding the use of means of payment in international trade transactions, as well as customs consulting for its trade operation and tariff preferences.
- Advised ZZZ & S (Payless Shoes) on the customs valuation procedure of its royalties and the process of obtaining the refund of the royalties payment requested by the Customs Administration.
- Advised Trafigura del Perú on customs litigation regarding the compliance of customs surveillance.
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Practice head
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Leonardo Lopez Espinosa