Trade & customs
Trade & customs
Trade & customs
Trade & customs
Trade & customs
Trade & customs
Trading goes along with the import and export of goods. Leeward navigates you through the complex legal story of doing business across borders.
Customs & excise
The cross-border movement of goods is governed by customs and excise law, whereby the importer or exporter must pay tax levies for the import and export of goods to third countries.
Leeward assists importers, exporters and customs agents in disputes with customs administrations at home and abroad and in conducting administrative and legal proceedings.
Cross-border sale & purchase
The cross-border sale of movable property involves many risks. The Vienna Sales Convention apportions risks and liabilities between parties. Parties can also easily assign certain obligations to the buyer or seller by use of an Incoterm. Leeward guides you through the entire process of the international sale or purchase of goods.
Distribution & agency
(International) trade activities require delegation of powers and representation. Distribution and agency agreements are two examples. In the maritime landscape, the actions of a shipping company are determined by a shipping agent. Leeward assists distributors and intermediaries in all areas, both with regard to the drafting of their agency agreement and in the event of disputes.
General terms and conditions
A set of tailor-made general terms and conditions and their correct implementation are indispensable in today's trade. Leeward designs the general terms and conditions tailored to your company, taking into account all the specific characteristics that distinguish your company. Leeward will also assist you in the event of disputes.
Arbitration
The parties may agree to refer their arisen or future dispute to arbitrators instead of the regular courts and tribunals. Leeward has extensive experience in arbitration proceedings (both for ad hoc commissions and institutionalised institutions) and can advise and assist you in this respect.
Leeward, leading you forward.
Do not hesitate to reach us at +32 (0)50 393 555 or stop by our office in Bruges for a coffee.
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INCOTERMS 2020
Since 1936, Incoterms have described the tasks, costs and risks associated with the delivery of goods by sellers to buyers. In order not to be outdated by changes in the market, the International Chamber of Commerce ("ICC")...