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Jason Peter Wapiennik
also known as Jason P. Wapiennik
About Jason
Biography
I am the customs lawyer/attorney who founded Great Lakes Customs Law in 2009. The customs law firm helps importers, businesses, and brokers comply with the laws enforced by U.S. Customs & Border Protection (sometimes called CBP or Customs). If the CBP took money from you, contact us today!
Customs Money Seizures
We fight to get seized currency returned for people who have experienced a customs seizure. Having your money taken by CBP is potentially a very serious crime and could result in the permanent loss of your money. So if customs took money when traveling with more than $10,000, schedule a free currency seizure consultation with a customs attorney.
Defense against Customs Penalties & Customs Seizures
Our customs lawyer also has a range of other practice areas, including defense against customs penalties and assets seized by customs, and prior disclosures. We defend against Customs penalties for commercial violations under 19 USC 1592.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
International Law
95%
17 years | 700 cases
Estate Planning
5%
16 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 375-500 per hour
Contingency
10%-33%
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Illinois for 9 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
Licensed in Michigan for 16 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Great Lakes Customs Law
Jason P. Wapiennik, PLC, 32437 Five Mile Road, Livonia, MI, 48154
Great Lakes Customs Law
333 S. Wabash Ave., Suite 2700, Chicago, IL, 60604
Great Lakes Customs Law
560 N. Milford Road, Suite 260, Milford, MI, 48381
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Jason Peter Wapiennik's Reviews
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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Johnny | April 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Great attorney
He is an honest and a great attorney. He has lots of knowledge to solve an issue.
Posted by Eugeni | October 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Mr. Wapiennik
Great service and always received prompt attention ! Fill out a petition to the CBP, resolve the case to a happy ending. Thank you !
Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Always Prompt
Jason was very knowledgeable in the specifics of the case. Always replied to my concerns within a day or two. Would hire him again easily.
Posted by anonymous | January 04, 2016 | Antitrust & Trade Law
Excellent guidance
Jason consulted for me on an issue I had with Customs. Ultimately, his sharp advice and analysis helped me resolve things to my satisfaction. I would recommend him unreservedly.
Posted by Dennis | July 31, 2015 | Administrative Law
Great lawyer
I hired Jason Wapiennik to represent me with the US customs and border protection. My curency was seized in the Detroit airport, and he helped me to get it back. Jason gave me a very good idea what to expect in my case. He was keeping me informed abou all the stages of the process. He is very knowled...
Jason Peter Wapiennik's Lawyer Endorsements
"I strongly endorse Mr. Wapiennik. It has been my pleasure to have Mr. Wapiennik as my go-to resource for customs and international trade law. Mr. Wapiennik's knowledge of this niche and complex area of law is thorough and up-to-date."
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Experience
Honors
2006
Kosciuszko Foundation Scholarship, Koscuiszko Foundation
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Owner, Great Lakes Customs Law
2007 - 2009
, Edmund Maciorwoski, PC
Sample of Legal Cases
United States v. Ramos
Settled
2015-3901-000043-01
$19,000 returned
Education
2008
Ave Maria School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
Loyola University Chicago
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2014
Great Lakes Customs Law Blog
Targeted Enforcement of Customs Currency Seizures
2012
Great Lakes Customs Law Blog
Responding to a Customs Currency Seizure
Languages
English
Polish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
If you currently reside in The US with an expired visa and just got a DUI, is there a possibility of getting deported?
13 May 2010
Q&A
Can I use an EIN from an old business for a new new business?
12 Apr 2010