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Is Your Mailroom Keeping Up with the Increased Complexity of Taxes and Tariffs?

By Anthony Davies
April 30, 2025

The global landscape for taxes and tariffs is rapidly changing, driven by new trade policies, international agreements, and fluctuating tariffs. As governments adjust their regulations in response to shifting political and economic dynamics, law firms must stay vigilant to avoid disruptions.

As of Q2 2025, customs enforcement has tightened in multiple jurisdictions, and changes to low-value shipment exemptions now require law firms to file additional paperwork for items previously considered low-risk. In fact, according to the World Bank, administrative and border compliance times for international shipments increased by 12% globally in Q1 2025 compared to the previous quarter and this is expected to continue.

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