Importers, exporters and foreign trade operators from across the agro-industrial, energy, hydrocarbons, pharmaceutical and automotive sectors look to DS Casahierro Abogados for assistance in the gamut of customs and trade issues. Charles Castle heads the team and, backed by over 20 years working in the customs and foreign trade field, attracts a loyal client base of prominent national and international industry players seeking advice on customs permits and licences, valuations and free trade agreements. Senior associate Enrique Vargas offers support, dealing with a variety of customs audits and litigation procedures. The team has recently been bolstered by the strategic hire of senior associate Diana Pomahuallca, formerly of Muñiz, Olaya, Meléndez, Castro, Ono & Herrera Abogados, who brings with her deep expertise in port and maritime activities. Having absorbed Lázaro & Ruiz Abogados in May 2023, the team also welcomed partner Renzo Ruiz who, in line with the firm’s top litigation reputation, has an excellent track record in administrative proceedings before various courts.
Testimonials
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‘Personalised attention from the lawyers, especially from Charles Castle. Always with adequate and timely attention and treatment.’
‘We are very satisfied with the services provided to us by the team. They know the regulations very well, they are always updated and available. We haven't had the need to use another law firm, so we can't say how they compare to other teams.’
Key clients
- Maersk Line Perú
- Topitop
Work highlights
- Advised Swissgas del Ecuador on an international arbitration dispute against a Peruvian entity.
- Advising Leche Gloria on a claim procedure through the Customs Authority in which the matter under discussion is if our client had the right to apply to the Regime of Reposition of Tariff Franchise (Reposición de Mercancías con Franquicia Arancelaria).