Tariffs: Navigating Customs Origins Requirements for tariffs, USMCA exemptions and beyond (Members Only)
April 4, 2025
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Tariffs, Customs & Compliance: Navigate the New Rules with Confidence
An exclusive resource for AdvaMed members only.
Tariffs: Navigating Customs Origins Requirements for tariffs, USMCA exemptions and beyond (Members Only)
April 4, 2025
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Tariffs: Navigating Customs Origins Requirements for tariffs, USMCA exemptions and beyond (Members Only)
April 4, 2025
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Overview
Stay ahead of the curve on the evolving U.S. trade and customs landscape.
With President Trump’s “America First” trade policies gaining momentum, tariff regulations and customs requirements are shifting rapidly—impacting how companies do business globally. This exclusive members-only webinar will equip you with the critical insights you need to navigate these changes with confidence.
Join Lawrence Friedman, Partner at Barnes/Richardson and one of the nation’s leading global trade law experts, for a 90-minute live briefing on:
- How to interpret and apply Rules of Origin (ROOs) under the USMCA
- What the April 2 reciprocal tariffs announcement means for your operations
- How to leverage Chapter 98 rules to potentially reduce tariff exposure
- Strategies for claiming origin in complex global supply chains
- And how all of this affects your compliance and duty rates, especially in light of new tariffs on China
This timely session will help you stay compliant, protect your bottom line, and make informed decisions amid uncertainty. Plus, get your most pressing questions answered during a 20-minute Q&A session.
Date: April 4, 2025
Time: 10:30 – 12:00pm ET
Location: Online
What You’ll Learn:
- The latest developments in Customs Rules of Origin
- Key procedures to stay compliant with U.S. customs requirements
- How to determine eligibility for free trade agreements, including USMCA
- What to expect from and how to prepare for reciprocal tariffs
- How new China tariff measures could impact your organization—and what to do about it
Who Should Attend
This live webinar with Q&A is exclusive to AdvaMed® members only whose businesses are impacted by international trade policies, tariffs, and global supply chain disruptions.
Recommended attendees include:
- Small Business Owners & Manufacturers – To navigate tariff-related cost pressures and explore potential pathways for relief.
- Investor Relations & Business Development Leaders – To evaluate the financial and strategic implications of tariffs on business growth.
- Global Trade & Supply Chain Executives – To assess how new tariffs impact sourcing, logistics, and international operations.
- Government & Legislative Affairs Teams – To stay informed on the policy landscape and potential advocacy opportunities.
Speaker/Moderator
Lawrence “Larry” Friedman, Speaker
Partner, Barnes / Richardsen
Lawrence “Larry” Friedman is a Partner at Barnes/Richardson, focusing on litigation before the U.S. Court of International Trade and resolving disputes with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). His expertise spans tariff classification, customs valuation, origin marking, and enforcement actions. Larry also helps protect U.S. trademark and copyright holders against infringing imports. A recognized authority on free trade agreements (FTAs), he advises clients on FTA compliance systems and verification processes. He served as a law clerk at the U.S. Court of International Trade and is an adjunct professor at the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law. Larry is a past president of the Customs and International Trade Bar Association and former ABA Customs Law Committee Co-Chair. He authors the Customs Law Blog, co-authored the textbook Customs Law, and leads the Illinois-Chicago Chapter of the International Network of Boutique Law Firms. He has been recognized by Chambers USA and Who’s Who Legal since 2013.
Amy Porges, Moderator
Founder, Porges Trade Law PLLC
Amy Porges is an internationally recognized trade and customs lawyer with decades of experience in global trade policy, dispute resolution, and litigation. She has led her own practice since 2009, following senior roles at Sidley Austin and Powell Goldstein. Previously, she served as Senior Counsel at the U.S. Trade Representative, managing over 100 WTO and NAFTA cases. She was also a Senior Legal Officer at the GATT Secretariat during the Uruguay Round. Amy has advised on major trade negotiations with Japan, the EU, and others, and contributed to key agreements like the WTO’s ITA. She holds degrees from Harvard Law School, the Kennedy School, and Cornell, and has been honored by Who’s Who Legal, Best Lawyers in America, and Lexology. Fluent in French and proficient in Japanese and Spanish, she remains active in legal associations, advisory boards, and international trade initiatives.
Pricing
FREE for AdvaMed® Members
Date: April 4, 2025
Time: 10:30 – 12:00 PM ET
Location: Online
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