LEGAL Matters
N o one can escape the constant news about tariffs and trade wars, and many are wondering how tariffs will impact their business. President Trump called tariffs “the most beautiful word in the dictionary,” but many flooring industry professionals have questions about tariffs that the dictionary can’t answer. As the new General Counsel of the World Floor Covering Association, I want to be sure our organization is providing our members with the guidance they need. A benefit in working with Jones Walker is that I can access my partners and colleagues who regularly work with clients on international trade issues to assist in providing critical information on this hot-button issue. Because the tariff landscape is changing daily, flooring professionals will want to seek timely legal guidance on precisely what tariffs are in place on which goods and when. To provide some initial guidance regarding how tariffs work, we have prepared this frequently asked questions chart. The chart provides basic information about how tariffs work and the background for understanding this complex topic in order to ask the right questions. I have also included contact information for the Jones Walker trade team. Please reach out to me or one of my partners for further information. NAVIGATING TARIFFS: Essential Insights for Flooring Professionals
Kaytie M. Pickett General Counsel for the WFCA, Partner Jones Walker LLP
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professionals will want to seek timely legal guidance on precisely what tariffs are in place—on which goods and when.”
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