Paul Horowitz
About Paul Horowitz
Paul Horowitz is a Senior Legal Editor at Thomson Reuters, specializing in customs and international trade law. He has extensive experience representing companies before regulatory agencies and has contributed significantly to trade compliance publications.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Paul Horowitz has been serving as a Senior Legal Editor at Thomson Reuters since 2016. Based in Charlotte, NC, he focuses on customs and international trade law. His role involves developing know-how resources for attorneys in law firms and corporate law departments through Thomson Reuters Practical Law. He has contributed significantly to the field by creating materials that assist legal professionals in navigating complex regulatory environments.
Education and Expertise
Paul Horowitz earned his Bachelor of Arts degree magna cum laude from the University at Albany, SUNY. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Juris Doctor degree with honors from The George Washington University Law School. His expertise encompasses a wide range of topics, including tariff classification, customs valuation, and free trade agreements. He has a deep understanding of the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) and related compliance issues.
Background
Prior to his current position, Paul Horowitz held various roles in the legal field. He worked as a Partner at Coudert Brothers LLP and Baker & McKenzie LLP in New York, NY. He also served as a Contract Attorney at Strategic Legal Solutions and as a Legal Proofreader at Robinson, Bradshaw & Hinson, P.A. in Charlotte, NC. His diverse experiences have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of international trade law and compliance.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Paul Horowitz has played a pivotal role in teams that recovered hundreds of millions of dollars in unlawfully imposed taxes and duties. He has litigated cases in several significant courts, including the US Court of International Trade and the US Supreme Court. Additionally, he contributed as a writer and was a member of the editorial advisory board for IOMA's Report on Managing Exports, focusing on trade compliance.
Professional Contributions
Paul Horowitz has contributed to the field of international trade law through his previous role as an editor with Boskage Commerce Publications, a division of Thomson Reuters. He has worked closely with various stakeholders in the international supply chain, including customs brokers and freight forwarders, enhancing his understanding of the complexities involved in trade compliance and regulation.