Tariffi vs. Law Firms
Large trade-law practices charge hourly plus contingency and run 6-18 months. Tariffi uses software-prepared data at a lower fee tier with faster processing.
Key differences at a glance
| Factor | Tariffi | Trade Law Firms |
|---|---|---|
| contingency | 10-25% contingency | 33-40% hourly + contingency |
| Software-prepared data | Software-prepared data | manual filing |
| day processing | 60-90 day processing | 6-18 months |
| Zero advance fees | Zero advance fees | $10K+ retainer |
Tariffi advantages
- Lower contingency rates (10-25% tiered by claim size)
- No hourly billing or retainer required
- Automated ES-003 parsing eliminates manual data entry errors
- 60-90 day typical processing timeline
- Licensed broker partner files under their CBP license
Trade Law Firms advantages
- Full litigation capability for CIT appeals
- Can handle complex classification disputes
- Established relationships with CBP
- May bundle with other trade advisory services
The bottom line
For straightforward IEEPA/301 CAPE declarations, Tariffi offers faster processing at lower cost. For complex litigation or classification disputes, a trade law firm may be the better choice. Many importers use Tariffi for CAPE recovery and retain counsel only if CBP denies and CIT filing is needed.
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