Ernst & Young LLP

The ‘brilliant’ customs and excise team at Ernst & Young LLP is sought after by notable names from the manufacturing, logistics, and automotive industries seeking assistance with disputes, customs valuations, and compliance, as well as investigations, disclosures, and trade remedies. With a robust offering and a multidisciplinary approach, the group continues to expand its client roster, further cementing its presence in the distribution services, chemical, and defence sectors. Heading up the department is Julian Balson, who stands out for his ’vast wealth of knowledge and experience’ which encompasses litigation, investigations, and export controls and sanctions. He is supported by time-to-pay agreement specialist Holly Rowland, cross-border disputes authority Diego Quinones Cruz, and HMRC negotiations expert Davinder Sahota.