Miller & Company P.C. Attorneys At Law – Kansas City, MO

Global Leaders in International Trade and Customs Law

Miller & Company P.C. Attorneys At Law is a highly specialized boutique law firm located in Kansas City, Missouri, with a global reputation for excellence. Unlike general practice firms, Miller & Company focuses exclusively on the intricate world of international trade, customs, and Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZ). Established in 1980 by Marshall V. Miller, a pioneer in the industry, the firm has become a vital partner for multinational corporations and businesses engaged in import/export activities. If you are looking to find a lawyer who understands the complexities of global supply chains and government regulations, this firm offers an unmatched level of technical expertise. They do not dabble in this field; they define it.

Foreign-Trade Zones and Customs Compliance

The firm is perhaps best known for its role in the development of the U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones program. Marshall Miller was a founder and General Counsel of the National Association of Foreign-Trade Zones (NAFTZ) for over 50 years. The firm’s practice areas include:

• Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZ): Structuring and establishing zones to help companies defer, reduce, or eliminate customs duties. They have assisted with hundreds of zone projects nationwide.
• Customs Compliance: advising on classification, valuation, and country of origin issues to ensure compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
• Import/Export Controls: Navigating the complex web of regulations enforced by agencies like the BIS and OFAC.
• Supply Chain Security: helping clients implement CTPAT (Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) programs.

Internationally Recognized Experts

The attorneys at Miller & Company are not just practitioners; they are architects of trade policy. Marshall Miller has been recognized with the Order of the Sacred Treasure by the Government of Japan for his contributions to trade, as well as the Hammer Award from Vice President Al Gore for improving government efficiency. The firm’s professionals, including former government officials, bring a practical, insider perspective to every case. When you hire an attorney from Miller & Company, you are gaining access to a team that has literally written the book on many trade regulations.

Strategic Business Planning

Beyond compliance, the firm views trade law as a strategic business tool. They work with clients to identify duty-saving opportunities that can significantly improve the bottom line. From the Country Club Plaza area of Kansas City, they serve a client base that spans the globe, proving that you don’t need to be in Washington D.C. to have world-class trade representation. 🚢 🌍

We have received global recognition for our involvement in the development of the U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones Program. The firm does not have a general practice mentality, allowing each attorney to develop specialized expertise.

The office is located on Main Street near the Plaza, offering a central hub for their international operations.