Offering years of experience in customs and international trade law and a deep understanding of global supply chains

The Suarez Firm helps clients take the risk out of international commerce. After a dramatic shift in U.S. trade policy, importers have felt the pain of extra tariffs and uncertainty in their international business. The Suarez Firm helps clients understand what to expect next and to adjust their business transactions to minimize costs and mitigate the risk of penalties or other enforcement actions by customs authorities.

WIIT Woman of the Year Award Presented to Cecilia Malmström

This year’s WIIT Woman of the Year award was presented to EU Commissioner for Trade Cecilia Malmström. This award honors a woman who is well-known and highly respected in the profession of international trade. Evelyn Suarez had the privilege of presenting the award at a ceremony in…

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COMMENTARY: Narrowing the equality gap

This article by Evelyn Suarez first appeared on March 27th at Adam Smith Project.Studies show there is much work to be done in giving women leadership positions in tradeIt is only fitting to take stock of where women stand during Women’s History Month, the month which includes International…

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Evelyn Suarez Appointed to Advisory Council of GW Center for International Business Education and Research

Evelyn Suarez has been appointed to the Advisory Council of George Washington University’s Center for International Business Education and Research (GW-CIBER). Established in 2006, GW-CIBER promotes international business knowledge through workshops and conferences, scholarly research, business language training, and mentorship programs. The national CIBER program links…

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Commentary: WTO’s Bright Spot

Pending trade facilitation agreement gives trade community cause for optimismOriginally appeared on the Adam Smith Project on February 3, 2017. Reposted with permission.The World Trade Organization’s Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA) is only two ratifications away from entry into force.

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Customs & Corruption: Getting to Market Efficiently & Reliably

Evelyn Suarez, Esq., a recognized U.S. customs lawyer, moderated a panel on Friday, October 21, 2016 for GetGlobal. The topic was how international traders and transportation companies are often confronted with complex and confusing customs and other government agency requirements for entry into market. This panel of customs attorneys and…

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