DRI, Customs & CESTAT Lawyers in Mumbai
Businesses engaged in international trade face increasing scrutiny from the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Customs Authorities, the Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI), the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) and other regulatory agencies. Investigations involving imports, exports, customs valuation, classification, duty exemptions, alleged smuggling, export incentives and cross-border transactions require immediate legal intervention and a clear understanding of India’s customs and trade laws.
Legaleye Associates represents importers, exporters, manufacturers, logistics companies, customs brokers, directors and individuals facing investigations, searches, seizures, summons, adjudication proceedings and appeals before Customs Authorities, the Commissioner (Appeals) and the Customs, Excise & Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT). Our approach combines strategic legal advice with robust representation to safeguard our clients’ commercial interests and minimise business disruption.
Our DRI, Customs & CESTAT Practice
DRI Investigations & Summons
* Representation during DRI investigations
* Responding to DRI summons
* Statements under the Customs Act
* Search & seizure proceedings
* Arrest and prosecution defence
Customs Advisory & Disputes
* Customs classification disputes
* Customs valuation disputes
* Exemption notifications
* Duty drawback claims
* Import-export compliance
* Customs audits
CESTAT Appeals
* Appeals before CESTAT
* Stay applications
* Refund claims
* Penalty challenges
* Confiscation matters
International Trade & Regulatory Compliance
* DGFT matters
* FEMA-related customs issues
* EPCG Scheme
* Advance Authorisation Scheme
* Import-export licensing
* Trade compliance advisory
Business Investigations & Enforcement
* Corporate investigations
* Customs fraud allegations
* Smuggling allegations
* Misdeclaration disputes
* Regulatory defence strategy
Why Importers, Exporters & Businesses Choose Legaleye Associates
✔ Strategic defence from the investigation stage through adjudication and appeals.
✔ Representation before DRI, Customs Authorities, CESTAT and allied regulatory forums.
✔ Commercially focused advice aimed at minimising disruption to business operations.
✔ Experience handling high-value commercial, regulatory and cross-border disputes.
✔ Practical legal solutions tailored for importers, exporters, manufacturers, logistics companies and business owners.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can the DRI issue summons to directors and employees?
Yes. The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence has powers to issue summons requiring directors, employees, importers, exporters, customs brokers and other persons connected with an investigation to appear and produce documents.
Q. What should I do if I receive a DRI summons?
You should seek legal advice immediately before responding. Early legal guidance can help protect your legal rights, ensure appropriate compliance and avoid statements that may adversely affect your position.
Q. Can Customs seize imported goods?
Yes. Customs authorities may seize goods where they believe there has been misdeclaration, undervaluation, prohibited import, evasion of duty or violation of the Customs Act.
Q. Can I challenge a Customs order?
Yes. Orders passed by Customs Authorities can generally be challenged before the Commissioner (Appeals) and, where appropriate, before the Customs, Excise & Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT).
Q. Do you represent businesses before CESTAT?
Yes. We represent importers, exporters, manufacturers, logistics companies and business owners in appeals before CESTAT involving customs, valuation, classification, penalties and confiscation matters.
Speak With Our DRI, Customs & CESTAT Lawyers
Businesses facing DRI investigations, Customs proceedings or CESTAT appeals often need immediate legal guidance to protect their commercial interests and minimise disruption to operations. Legaleye Associates advises importers, exporters, manufacturers, logistics companies, customs brokers and business owners on investigations, adjudication proceedings, appeals and regulatory compliance. Contact our team for strategic legal advice tailored to your business and the complexities of India’s customs and international trade laws.