Drafting customs powers of attorney manually requires careful attention to CBP regulatory requirements, precise language for scope of authority, and proper execution formalities. Trade attorneys and compliance professionals spend valuable time ensuring each document meets federal standards while customizing terms for specific broker relationships and business needs.
Customs Powers of Attorney require precise regulatory compliance with 19 CFR Part 141 while balancing broker authority against principal liability exposure. Manual drafting demands extensive knowledge of CBP requirements, careful enumeration of powers, and meticulous attention to execution formalities, consuming hours of attorney time for what should be a straightforward authorization document.
CaseMark automates the entire drafting process by generating comprehensive, CBP-compliant Customs Powers of Attorney tailored to your client's specific needs. Simply provide principal and broker information, specify scope preferences, and receive a complete, execution-ready document that satisfies all regulatory requirements and protects both parties' interests.
This workflow is applicable across multiple practice areas and use cases
Corporate legal departments managing international supply chains need compliant customs POAs to authorize brokers for import/export operations across multiple jurisdictions.
In-house counsel at corporations engaged in cross-border commerce regularly execute customs powers of attorney as part of routine international business operations and supply chain management.
Corporate governance matters require proper authorization documentation when companies delegate customs clearance authority to third-party brokers, ensuring compliance with corporate authorization requirements.
Executing customs POAs involves corporate authorization and governance considerations, including board resolutions and proper signatory authority for binding the company in customs matters.
M&A transactions involving companies with international operations require review and updating of customs broker authorizations to ensure continuity of import/export operations post-closing.
Due diligence and post-merger integration for companies engaged in international trade includes reviewing and potentially re-executing customs POAs to reflect new corporate structures and ownership.
You need the principal's complete legal name, entity type, EIN/SSN, and business address, plus the customs broker's legal name, CBP license number, and business address. Optional information includes details about typical merchandise, trade programs, and any special compliance requirements. CaseMark will guide you through providing scope preferences and any limitations on the broker's authority.
Yes, CaseMark generates documents fully compliant with 19 CFR Part 141, Subpart B, which governs customs powers of attorney. The output includes all required elements: proper party identification, comprehensive scope of authority, execution by authorized signatories, and appropriate certifications. The document is immediately suitable for filing with U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Absolutely. CaseMark allows you to specify whether you need a limited POA for specific transactions, time periods, or merchandise types, or an unlimited continuing POA for all customs business. You can customize the scope of authority, add special conditions, restrict certain powers like protest filing, and include any limitations appropriate for your client's risk tolerance and business relationship with the broker.
CaseMark generates proper execution sections with signature blocks appropriate for the principal's entity type (corporation, LLC, partnership, or sole proprietorship). The document includes certification language required by CBP and guidance on signatory authority requirements. You can specify whether notarization or corporate seals are needed, and the output includes all necessary attestation language to ensure the document is legally binding and enforceable.
The generated document includes comprehensive revocation procedures compliant with 19 CFR 141.46, specifying that written notice must be provided to both the broker and CBP. It addresses the treatment of pending transactions, preserves the validity of actions taken before revocation, and clarifies ongoing obligations. For modifications, you can generate a new POA with updated terms or create an amendment document as needed.