Client Success Stories: International Trade Law Testimonials

What is the impact of Adrienne Braumiller's leadership on international trade law careers?

Adrienne Braumiller's leadership has been a driving force in many international trade law careers, including Michelle Schulz's, who attributes her growth and success to Adrienne's guidance. Adrienne founded her own international trade law firm, mentored young professionals in navigating trade laws, marketing, business development, and firm management, and continues to be a trusted resource for trade counsel. Her impact helped shape the careers of women in a field once dominated by men, demonstrating extraordinary leadership in international trade law.

What is Bonnie Kersch's experience with Braumiller Consulting Group?

“I worked as a Senior Trade Advisor for Braumiller Consulting Group for roughly 4 years and was consistently impressed with the high standards to which they hold themselves and their work product. While I loved working with the Braumiller team, I could not pass up an opportunity to join Wayfair as their Associate Director of Global Trade Compliance.”

What are the career development opportunities and work environment at Braumiller Law Group?

Braumiller Law Group offers a vibrant and evolving atmosphere with expertise in international trade, fostering significant career advancement for its attorneys and trade advisors. Many former team members have achieved success in large D.C. firms or as in-house counsel for Fortune 500 companies, with some even returning to Braumiller. The firm is noted for its competitive pay, low turnover, and a favorable work/life balance, creating a family-like environment where the founder actively supports staff. While advancement to partner in this boutique setting can be challenging and requires independent problem-solving, the firm provides diverse case involvement and grooms attorneys for success.

"They are really helpful in terms of not just law interpretation but also on strategic advice. Their strategy nous is great for our objectives and seeing the big picture. In today's inconsistent and volatile environment, they are helpful. We use them for urgent interpretations, and they can put someone on it right away. We ask them a variety of different questions on [specific matters], and they have a real breadth of knowledge."

"I cannot express more positive words about the firm and Vicky Wu’s support to myself and the organizations I have worked for. Their knowledge of trade regulations far exceeded my expectations. They are always available and quick to turn around needed regulatory interpretations and legal analyses. They provide support in not only regulatory and legal interpretations, but also in drafting [specific documents]. Any firm needing such support would not go wrong in choosing Braumiller Law Group."

"Braumiller Law Group's knowledge on international commerce is their strength. Braumiller Law Group staff members are professional, and they excel in customer service. Their staff provides constant communication during the process. They have a department for consultation, which I used in the past to offer proactive solutions for international commerce. Braumiller Law Group is top tier. I do not know how they can be better."

"They have excellent knowledge, expertise and service. This includes multiple former US customs auditor consultants at competitive rates. Adrienne has built an excellent team of lawyers and consultants as part of her boutique firm focused on international trade compliance. I look to Adrienne and her team on almost all US trade compliance matters."

"Adrienne's law firm operates a consulting arm with experts in every facet of international trade. When they take on a project, they identify the most qualified specialists for each aspect. Their team works seamlessly together. The depth of their bench and the breadth of their expertise is truly impressive. They're able to provide high-level insight across a wide range of trade-related areas. Adrienne is part of one of the firms I respect the most. One of their lawyers also has [specific expertise], which is incredibly valuable when navigating the complexities of [specific goods]. Another team member has [specific expertise]. Expertise like this is extremely rare to find in a legal setting. It really sets them apart."

"Braumiller Law Group, PLLC has fit seamlessly into our global operations, often connecting the dots between our US-based and internationally-based teams in providing direct, practical, and business-oriented advice in a timely manner. It's hard to get better than that. Their strengths are their experience, responsiveness, depth, and business-focused approach. Braumiller Law Group has built a team to deliver high-quality legal services in the area of trade and import/export law. These areas of law are highly technical. The combination of excellent lawyers and experienced trade practitioners makes Braumiller Law Group a compelling choice for an outside advisor."

"We did a broad search for firms that could advise us quickly. We picked this firm over others for Adrienne Braumiller's responsiveness. Adrienne and her team were able to give us great guidance. They worked to clear everything up. Some of the hard work was getting them to understand our business and what we do. It does take that time to get up to speed on a client, so I don't know they could have done anything better. No negatives."

"Trade advice is more important now than ever. We are so blessed to have Paul and the Braumiller team always by our side when we need to provide detailed advice on a complex tariff or customs topic. They are truly exceptional! I cannot endorse the firm Braumiller Law Group enough. They are certainly at the very highest level providers of international trade advice. They are particularly attractive to [specific organization] because they provide top-notch expertise from a boutique platform."

"Braumiller Law Group's experience in managing multijurisdictional issues, such as [specific matters], demonstrates a high level of competence and adaptability. The firm's close collaboration between its legal and consulting arms enables it to offer integrated solutions that few competitors can match. Their responsiveness, depth of expertise, and ability to anticipate regulatory trends make them a trusted partner for high-stakes, sophisticated matters where precision and foresight are critical."

"The Braumiller team has taken care to understand our business and our teams. We have been able to insert them directly into working threads. The Braumiller team has added value and delivered immediate results on time-sensitive matters."

"Braumiller is exceptional at service and responsiveness. Each email is responded to quickly and courteously. Requests for meetings are accommodated. Normally, meetings are scheduled within 24 hours or less for urgent matters."

"BLG has a vast array of talent and expertise on their teams. To have such a wide variety ensures that at any one time, answers to questions and attention to issues can occur. Improvements? Given the increase in tariff activity, I would suggest Braumiller Law Group think about increasing their resource pool."

"They're subject matter experts. They fill a void in our expertise internally. We are very reliant on them for trade compliance expertise. I can't think of any improvement suggestions."

"Braumiller Law Group came recommended. We looked at a few and chose Braumiller Law Group as the references were glowing. Braumiller Law Group has a consulting arm that is huge for us. It is really helpful for us. Love their responsiveness and collaborative nature. Their pricing is quite competitive, and that value proposition cost-wise is awesome. We have been leaning on them more and more. It has been a very satisfying relationship. I look at cost, service, and quality, and they are very affordable. More important is what I get and the value proposition in terms of access to different types of attorneys. The turnaround, too, is excellent, and I get an answer within 24 to 48 hours, if not minutes. No question is too dumb or out of bounds, and they give very respectful and really practical responses and say what it means, but also what it means for us. The quality, too, is really good. It's nice to be able to bounce their responses with other firms, and I am yet to hear anything that is not right. I could send their responses directly to the CEO. The consulting offering is really key to us, as they are not lawyers but are experts. Regarding possible improvements, I want to get a strategic trade roadmap, and we are not there yet. That would be an area. I would like to see more strategic direction from them. Also, more templates and more practical tools for implementations. That would be helpful."

"Braumiller has been a great help with customs and trade matters and [other matters]. Their subject matter expertise and responsiveness are commendable. They are also extremely client-friendly. They could possibly improve by posting more general pieces of advice and circulating them to us and our shared clients."

"They are efficient, responsive and pragmatic. They quickly understand their client's risk tolerance and advise accordingly. I have no suggestions for improvements."

"Braumiller Law Group is a boutique firm specializing in international trade matters. The staff has extensive legal and practical knowledge of international trade. The firm establishes and maintains trusting, constructive relationships through consistent delivery of quality work product. They also deliver added value through personalized updates that impact our business. Regarding possible improvements, the firm may consider adding staff in countries outside the US and a [specific country]. However, they do have close contacts in many countries, which is quite helpful. Adrienne is thoughtful, professional, and extremely knowledgeable. The attorneys on her team reflect her professionalism. Adrienne excels at leveraging their expertise."

"I consult them for anything that involves mitigating legal risk or penalty risk. Thoroughness is a key strength. They are very, very thorough. I'd highlight their documents and the quality of their work. When you read through the documents, there is definitely a technique, but they are very well laid out and easy to follow, which I appreciate. It is easy for me to translate into layman's terms for our CFO and others. Could they improve? Lower rates? I don't know. There are some issues over costs, but frankly that is not a concern for me. They bill for [specific processes], but I understand their argument. We say, do we need all these people on the calls and a [specific process] that is billed? But these are minor issues."

"This is the best value for money among our outside counsel."

"With limited knowledge and not understanding [specific processes] within my company, we would have overpaid in estimated costs. However, Braumiller Law Group turned an expense into a monetary gain."

"The decision to select a boutique firm for trade matters was made with the goal of minimizing cost. Braumiller Law Group, PLLC has met that goal with their efficiency, budget focus, and strong communication. Work product goes through a streamlined review, avoiding multiple layers and reviewers that drive up cost. Partners are actively engaged and provide real-time guidance and support."

"Braumiller Law Group, PLLC is professional and very knowledgeable. We place an enormous amount of trust in their support."

"I have yet to present them with a matter that they were unable to find a solution for."

"Given Braumiller's focus and expertise, they do an excellent job when handling complex trade matters. The attorneys understand the meaning and context of case law and the regulations. They provide clients with guidance that is both practical and compliant."

"So far, I would give them at least 9 out of 10. If the lower attorneys can't handle something, then Adrienne steps in."

"They showcase deep technical expertise in CBP tariff regulations, consistently applying it to challenging scenarios with precision."

"I think they know more about U.S. trade laws than the U.S. government."

"Braumiller Law Group, PLLC has several clients in the same industry, providing them with a good understanding of our unique challenges and risks. Additionally, they are well connected within the trade industry and with government agencies. These connections bring critical value to the various matters Braumiller Law Group advises on."

"We were working with them, and Adrienne Braumiller was really helpful. She learned from our people and understands our pressure points well."

"We've had excellent experiences with all team members."

"Braumiller specializes in a specific area of law, which puts them in a unique position of being a firm of trade experts. Further, they leverage each other's focus areas very well, which leads to a strong team of attorneys who have an incredible depth and breadth of knowledge in their field."

"That's one of their strengths. They have content experts when it comes to these things. They are not always the most expensive, and they use staff at the appropriate level."

"I rate them highly because I can get anything I need anywhere and anytime."

"The team has been knowledgeable. They have helpful ex-customs and border patrol experts."

"They collectively cover all key aspects of CBP tariff matters. They integrate specialized knowledge with a collaborative approach to deliver thorough and well-rounded guidance."

"This is where they shine. They always provide a prompt response, even when they might not be able to get to the matter right away."

"I will give them a straight up ten out of ten. They will be here in 24 to 48 hours with an answer."

"They have a very good understanding of customs law and compliance. With some of the staff having relevant experience, they understood what was required to help achieve the best outcome. Improvements? When they receive new tariff inquiries, they could be more straightforward in their answers. Sometimes, they are not so straightforward, but I understand that in the current climate there are many variables."

"The firm allows clients to benefit from both legal insight and practical operational guidance — a combination that few firms can match. This creates a unique end-to-end approach that supports clients from policy interpretation to implementation. One potential area for improvement is closer collaboration between legal guidance and operational execution. Building more structured touchpoints between internal trade teams and Braumiller’s consultants could help translate regulatory changes into actionable process improvements more quickly. Additionally, providing training or workshop programs customized for regional teams could help strengthen compliance awareness globally and reduce dependency on reactive legal intervention."

"The department stands out for its efficiency and its clear, timely communication. They ensure clients are always informed throughout the process. The department could add more value by providing proactive guidance on upcoming CBP tariff changes. They could offer insights on classification strategies to optimize duties and share brief updates with internal teams to keep everyone informed."

"They are budget-friendly compared to other similar category firms."

"They are in the same business as us, and they know what our common clients expect from law firm services."

"The consulting side is definitely ten out of ten. The trade lawyers are less implementation-oriented."

"Again, Braumiller Law Group is very responsive. However, our primary contact is Paul Fudacz. Paul is outstanding, but he is one person, and we would certainly like to get more exposure to the team."

"Braumiller has a vast array of talent and expertise on its teams. To have such a wide variety ensures that at any one time, answers to questions and attention to issues can occur."

"Braumiller is really helpful in terms of not just law interpretation but also on strategic advice. The strategic knowledge is great for our objectives and the big picture. In today's inconsistent and volatile environment, it is helpful."

"The firm's responsiveness, depth of expertise and ability to anticipate regulatory trends makes it a trusted partner for high stakes, sophisticated matters where precision and foresight are critical."

"Braumiller's staff are professional and they excel in customer service providing constant communication during the process."

"Adrienne is very good to deal with and her knowledge is amazing."

"Adrienne Braumiller has a wide-ranging practice that includes advising on customs investigations and penalty assessments. She works frequently with aerospace, defense and manufacturing clients."

"Adrianne Braumiller’s leadership clearly sets the tone for this high standard of client service. Her deep industry knowledge and strategic vision have built a firm recognized for sophistication, integrity and a true partnership approach with clients."

"Braumiller Law Group is an experienced team in customs with a wide variety of abilities. The firm has strengths in import tariffs, product classification, licensing, market access and more."

"Braumiller establishes and maintains trusting, constructive relationships through consistent delivery of quality work product."

"Adrienne Braumiller is phenomenal. I value responsiveness and she just never fails in that regard."

"Adrienne Braumiller is on trend and understands what the next big topic will be."

Who considers Adrienne Braumiller a driving force in international trade law careers?

Michelle Schulz, Partner at Schulz Trade Law, considers Adrienne Braumiller the driving force in her career in international law. As an international trade lawyer, Schulz attributes her growth and success to Braumiller's leadership and mentorship.

What is Bonnie Kersch's testimonial about Braumiller Consulting Group's standards?

Bonnie Kersch, former Associate Director of Global Trade Compliance at Wayfair and Owner of Magnolia Global Trade Solutions, was consistently impressed with the high standards and work product of Braumiller Consulting Group during her four years as a Senior Trade Advisor. She highly valued her time with the Braumiller team.

How has Braumiller Law Group evolved as a respected boutique firm?

Braumiller Law Group has evolved into a very well-respected boutique firm, as observed by an outside contractor since 2002. The firm has a strong track record of developing successful legal professionals; partners and junior attorneys who have left have gone on to achieve success in large D.C. firms or as in-house counsel for Fortune 500 companies, with some even returning to Braumiller.

How does Braumiller Law Group assist with customs compliance challenges?

Braumiller Law Group, PLLC is instrumental in helping in-house legal staff identify risk areas and develop solutions to complex customs compliance challenges. They are known for being responsive to client needs and deadlines, providing pleasant and effective collaboration, as attested by an In-House Counsel at a Major Aerospace Defense Contractor.

How does Braumiller Law Group enhance compliance programs and voluntary disclosures?

Braumiller Law Group, PLLC provides in-depth analysis, expertise, and guidance to enhance compliance programs and facilitate voluntary disclosures. Their attention to detail and knowledge of export/import regulations enable companies to complete voluminous disclosures on time and receive favorable rulings without penalties, as experienced by an Export Compliance Manager at a Manufacturer/Repair Facility.

How does Braumiller Law Group assist with C-TPAT compliance?

Braumiller Law Group, PLLC effectively assists with C-TPAT challenges, providing knowledgeable, professional, and personable staff. Clients find it a pleasure to work with their team, and highly recommend their services, as stated by a Logistics Manager at a Major Manufacturer/Importer/Exporter.

"Our company has worked with Braumiller Law Group, PLLC for the past two years on various export issues. Their office is knowledgeable and also very responsive to our needs in the complex field of export compliance"

Compliance Manager

Manufacturer/Exporter

"I have a lot of confidence in them. It is a good team of people and they have a broad scope of capabilities. They are very detail orientated; every single tiny last detail is thought of."

"They are very responsive, and also offer very good, practical advice; it is clear they have good knowledge of all the different regulatory schemes and translate that into practical advice. Mostly what they're doing is US import. They came pretty highly recommended and we were looking for another firm, and they stood out for both what they charge but also the expertise; they are highly recommended and they have been great for us. They have been very good at understanding the business and given us business-friendly advice."

"Their ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters is very strong. They have experts such as former CBP employees and can provide specific and accurate advice in a speedy manner. The depth and breadth of their team is very strong. They have hands-on experience in customs clearance and the fact that multiple people have their own areas of expertise gives them the depth and breadth of their work. Their service levels and responsiveness are very strong. They complete quality work within a certain period of time. Their ability to deliver to budget and provide overall value for money is strong. Their commercial awareness is very strong and their commitment to diversity and inclusion initiatives is strong."

"Working with Senior Associate Attorney Kerry and her team was an outstanding experience. They were incredibly professional, responsive, and efficient throughout the entire process. We truly felt supported every step of the way and couldn't be more pleased with the outcome."

"Braumiller Law Group is great. The work was certainly complex, because we lacked expertise in that area. The firm has extremely reasonable rates. I have used firms from [a specific jurisdiction] for trade compliance and the rates are just astronomical; with Braumiller Law Group the rates are competitive and fair value. You don't need a partner charging [a specific fee] an hour for a discreet question. With this firm, you get the rates and the efficiency; Adrienne Braumiller gives us the full package."

"The work can be complex. I get very good quality for what we pay. I am able to dictate to some extent who I want to use for a matter, and I can keep an eye on my cost. I have a very good working relationship with their lawyers. They work really well with me. They will give me their advice and they will still help me when I go against that, with the team helping me with risk. We rely on them to help interpret and implement a specific process."

"I appreciated them having the right people but not too many; it was economically and efficiently done. Braumiller Law Group is well priced in the industry. The level of efficiency was superior. Even when there was a change of person on the team, they picked up really quickly. They demonstrated practicality, and were cutting through and being efficient. I am really very happy with them. It was a pretty complex issue."

"They are very hard workers, and the quality of the work is very, very high. They are very professional and trustworthy, and I can completely depend on the decision."

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Testimonials

It is my pleasure to support Adrienne Braumiller’s nomination to the 2020-21 Mayre Rasmussen Award for the Advancement of Women in International Law of the ABA International Law Section.

Michelle Schulz

Partner at Schulz Trade Law and Chair of the International Trade and Customs Group