Baker McKenzie Abogados, S.C. remains a key pillar in Mexico’s international trade and customs market, leveraging its global network to advise multinational companies and investors with domestic operations.The group covers the full spectrum of matters, with regular involvement in structuring and managing IMMEX operations and customs audits, including tax assessments, regulatory reviews, and key issues such as inventory control, customs valuation, and transfer pricing. Mexico City team leader Adriana Ibarra-Fernández is a standout figure in advising foreign corporations on free trade agreements regarding the rules of origin and verification of origin. She additionally focuses on establishing maquila operations and mandates concerning the temporary importation model and virtual transactions. The group is also adept in litigation proceedings, particularly resulting from IMMEX programmes, and regularly advises clients on administrative appeals and nullity claims. Practice head Manuel Padrón-Castillo (Juárez) is experienced in business and compliance matters related to the maquiladora industry. Jorge Ambriz-Cuevas is another influential figure in the Juárez office, with contentious expertise and specialist knowledge in antidumping matters. Daniel Sánchez-Elizondo is the key contact from the Guadalajara office, handling issues of customs compliance, tariff classification and government-related matters. Working alongside him is Verónica Rejón-Avina, whose areas of expertise include structuring customs operations, customs audits and customs litigation procedures. Counsel Andrea Diéguez-Orozco advises on a wide range of matters, including international commercial contracts, special import and export customs regimes, and procedures against unfair trade practices. Hugo López Miranda, who joined from Turanzas, Bravo & Ambrosi in August 2024, has a wealth of experience in taxation issues and customs-related litigation. Armando de Lille Calatayud left the team in April 2024.

‘Combining legal rigour with a practical and proactive mindset’, EC Rubio is sought after to handle complex international trade matters, particularly regarding North American trade. The practice offers comprehensive advice to foreign clients on international trade structures, alongside tax and customs implications. Further expertise includes free trade agreements, customs audits, litigation and antidumping investigations, handled by a deep bench of partners, operating across multiple offices. Team leaders in Mexico City include Juan Carlos Partida, who is experienced in trade remedies and antidumping investigations, Eduardo David, who represents foreign exporters in antidumping and countervailing cases, and Arturo Bañuelos, who acts as counsel in the design of international structures. In Juárez, Felipe Mendoza is distinguished in manufacturing operations and customs savings. Fernando Holguín holds similar expertise and also advises on free trade agreements and customs valuation. Following the integration of Fegamo y Vasaf in April 2024, the Monterrey office is led by new addition Salvador Garza Montemayor and is closely supported by David Ken Fujii. The team’s bench is reinforced by its associates, with Luis Delgado (Juárez) standing out for his contributions on IMMEX, VAT certification, and customs compliance matters.

Garrigues’s international trade and customs group is a leading choice for multinational clients seeking advice on both advisory and contentious aspects of cross-border operations. The team is particularly strong in the life sciences sector, working with chemical, pharmaceutical, and medical device companies, while also maintaining significant expertise in the food and beverages, cosmetics, alcohol, tobacco, and steel industries. Its work spans import and export matters, Immex-related issues, free trade agreements, origin verification, M&A customs analysis, and a wide array of customs measures. Practice co-head Eduardo Sotelo is noted for his expertise in complex trade and customs disputes, while fellow co-lead José Alberto Campos has substantial experience in advising multinational and Mexican clients on free trade agreements, import duties, export development programmes, customs requirements, and broader international trade issues. Monterrey-based Roberto Serralde is noted for his expertise in customs, manufacturing operations and maquiladora matters. At the senior associate level, key team members include Mexico City-based María Luisa Mendoza López and Querétaro-based Juan Carlos Jiménez.

Vázquez Tercero & Zepeda is reputed for its comprehensive international trade policy and customs practice with a notable specialism in antidumping investigations. The group is active in representing domestic producers and foreign respondents in trade disputes and product investigations involving steel, commodities, and agricultural products. Implementing and maintaining IMMEX and PROSEC programmes and obtaining various certifications are other key areas of activity for the team, alongside handling administrative proceedings against trade authority decisions. Adrián Vázquez manages affairs in Mexico City with over three decades of experience in the international trade market. He leads the team alongside Guadalajara-based duo Eduardo Gonzalez and Eduardo Zepeda, the latter of whom directs the IMMEX and customs subpractice. Emilio Arteaga, whose recent standout work includes a leading role in several antidumping investigations involving Chinese supply companies, and Alejandro Martínez, who focuses on IMMEX and defence strategy against regulatory challenges, are other names to note. Oscar Ornelas and Eira Zepeda are active associates supporting the full caseload of matters from their respective offices in Mexico City and Guadalajara. Miguel Angel Osorio joined as partner in April 2024, bringing 25 years of international trade advisory experience to the group.

Chevez Ruiz Zamarripa is well-regarded for its handling of fiscal disputes related to foreign trade and customs, with capabilities in nullity actions of tax contingencies and disputes over tariff and customs obligations. The team is also a port of call following audits initiated by Mexican regulatory authorities, regarding a range of issues such as origin verification and VAT certification, as well as participating in antidumping investigations. Ricardo Romero is the lead partner of the practice, whose consultancy expertise covers export promotion programmes, free trade agreements and commercial remedies. Gerardo Canseco offers support on matters related to maquila operations, tariff classification and customs valuation and has sector-specific expertise in energy. Jose Maria Garcia is a junior partner of note, who is active in administrative procedures and litigation related to free trade agreements. Paulina Islas, a seasoned professional in customs litigation, and Raul Hernandez, who handles the import and export of highly regulated goods and has a background in maritime law, stands out at the associate level.

Renowned for its M&A capabilities, Galicia Abogados S.C. plays a key role in the foreign trade and customs aspects of major transactions, frequently advising on import programmes, manufacturing operations, and customs issues in the context of high-value acquisitions, divestitures, and cross-border deals in Mexico. The group has an established client base in the energy and telecoms sectors, for whom it also handles antidumping investigations, free trade agreements and audit representation. On the contentious side, the group is well-versed in litigating before the federal administrative court for fiscal contingency issues. Mario Valencia oversees the department alongside Daniel Amézquita, who is particularly active in the practice’s contentious issues. José Andrés Muñiz is a standout associate who advises clients on the regulatory framework of international treaties. Fernando Rodríguez is an additional name to note, with expertise in tariff classification, rules of origin, and tax audits.

Combining knowledge of Mexican law with extensive experience in global regulations, Holland & Knight México, S.C. advises on all areas of international trade, including customs, trade compliance, government procurement, and dispute resolution. Luis Rubio is a recognised authority in the international trade field, bringing over three decades of experience and proven leadership as the founder of the trade boutique EC Rubio. His extensive career includes representing domestic and foreign companies, as well as the Mexican government, in regulatory matters and international trade proceedings. Turenna Ramírez-Ortiz, co-head of the practice, has versatile experience in customs audits, multilateral treaties, origin verifications and maquiladora programmes. Uriel Martínez, a name to note at the associate level, is active across regulatory issues, litigation and SAT audits. Juan Manuel Loaeza, the team’s latest associate addition, joined from González Calvillo in August 2024.

The international trade team at Jáuregui y Del Valle, S.C. stands out for its expertise in antidumping and anti-subsidy investigations, as well as offering comprehensive counsel on trade remedies, unfair international trade practices, trade policy, and customs regulation. The group is led by two seasoned practitioners with a longstanding presence in the market. David Hurtado acts as counsel for clients in trade disputes arising from customs regulations and foreign trade treaties; he also brings deep expertise in investigations. Justo Fernández del Valle y Cervantes advises multinational companies on their trade operations in Mexico.

The international trade and customs practice at Ramos, Ripoll & Schuster has a full-service offering not limited to free trade agreements, import and export issues, customs litigation and audits. With a strong presence in the automotive and agribusiness industries and a client base including a collection of Fortune 500 companies, the team is adept at providing sector-specific regulatory advice to ensure compliance with a range of trade and customs laws. Edmundo Elías Fernández is a top trade adviser in Mexico, who has led the full range of foreign trade and customs matters across his career, particularly related to trade agreements, tariff classification and customs litigation. He co-leads the team from both Mexico City and Guadalajara, while joint practice head Mario Jorge Yañez is based in the newly established Monterrey office. Guadalajara’s Daniel Torres-Güémez focuses on customs planning and compliance.

Aguilar y Loera S.C. maintains a strong domestic presence in the international trade market, supporting Mexican businesses on key matters, including antidumping investigations, subsidies, and customs compliance. Practice head and founding partner Luis Felipe Aguilar leads with vast experience across the market, including international commerce, antidumping investigations and customs matters. Fiamma Rizzo is particularly active in defending clients in antidumping proceedings.

Basham, Ringe y Correa, S.C. provides counsel across a range of international trade and customs matters, with a focus on import and export operations and tax regulations. The team is experienced in securing key trade authorisations, including IMMEX, VAT certifications, and PROSEC programmes, enabling exporting companies to access foreign trade benefits. On the fiscal side, the group designs efficient tax structures and robust defence strategies to address tax audits and achieve favourable outcomes. Practice head Sergio Barajas has deep expertise in customs law, unfair trade practices and government relations strategies. Associate Alberto Sandoval has additional expertise in trade remedies, antidumping and tariff restrictions. Gustavo Guillén focuses on tax and customs litigation.

SAI Derecho & Economía S.C offers robust support to both domestic and international companies on free trade agreements and the investment process in Mexico. Additionally, the team is adept in trade-related disputes and antidumping procedures. The team is led by Beatriz Leycegui, who is skilled in trade remedies and negotiations, and Mariano Gomezperalta Casali, whose contentious capabilities and experience in foreign investment are noteworthy.

Von Wobeser y Sierra, SC advises foreign and domestic entities operating in the Mexican export industry, including a strong portfolio of automotive clients as well as subsidiaries in the consumer goods and life sciences sectors, on a broad scope of international trade and customs matters. The group’s caseload includes obtaining IMMEX and VAT certifications, handling tax and customs audits, and verification of origin under different international treaties. Luis Miguel Jiménez leads the team with seasoned experience advising manufacturers operating under IMMEX and PROSEC programmes, particularly within the automotive industry. Additionally, he is skilled in customs audits and negotiating conclusive agreements with tax authorities. He is closely supported by associates Lourdes Salazar, who is active in matters of trade compliance, and Fernando Mancilla, who leverages his background in litigation to overturn customs rulings and additionally has extensive experience in antidumping investigations.

Boasting a team that blends ‘knowledge, experience, and dynamism’, Greenberg Traurig, S.C. continues to establish a comprehensive international trade and customs practice, enhanced by the arrival of leading practitioner Guillermo Sánchez Chao in January 2024. The team advises on trade policy, supply chains, trade remedies and customs compliance. Chao is a standout authority within Mexico’s foreign trade market, with over three decades of experience in the field, and a career focus encompassing supply chain, free trade agreements, antidumping, and trade remedies. Eduardo Grajales González is an active associate, aiding clients across a range of sectors, including automotive and energy, to maximise their commercial operations efficiency. He is also well-versed in defending clients against tax and customs authorities in trade-related disputes. The addition of associate Alejandro González Lajous in December 2024 further broadens the team’s scope of expertise; he brings significant experience in investigations into unfair trade practices and compliance with foreign trade agreements.

The international trade and customs practice at Hogan Lovells handles a varied caseload of regulatory and contentious matters, encompassing tariff classification, origin verification and maquiladora programmes. The team is adept at ensuring customs compliance during tax audits and also has a strong track record in antidumping investigations. Mauricio Llamas advises domestic and foreign companies on trade issues related to import and export requirements, authorisations and compliance. Juan Francisco Torres Landa is active in handling the foreign trade aspects of project financing and cross-border investments, while Arturo Tiburcio is the go-to figure for tax issues. Associate Mario Lara boasts a broad scope of expertise spanning tariff classification, foreign trade agreements, antidumping investigations and obtaining IMMEX programmes. Junior associate Antonio Cervantes is active in both advisory and litigation customs matters.

Boutique firm López Portillo Consultores, S.C. focuses on international trade remedies and customs matters, with activity spanning antidumping investigations and compliance advisory as well as contentious matters related to trade authorisations and fiscal issues. The firm advises a range of multinational manufacturing companies operating in the energy and telecoms sectors. Horacio López Portillo leads the practice with a versatile skillset in the market, advising clients on complex customs and tax litigation related to tariff classifications and origin verifications, alongside global strategic planning and antidumping investigations. Associate Sara Medina Espinosa is an integral team member who is active across the gamut of matters handled by the practice.

Santamarina y Steta advises a strong client portfolio across the automotive, technology, pharmaceuticals, and retail sectors, offering strategic guidance on international trade operations, customs regulations and tax proceedings. The team has particular expertise in tariff classification, import permits, VAT certifications, and IMMEX authorisations. Co-head Alejandro Luna possesses an advisory focus on supply chains, customs matters, and product import and export strategies. Mariano Calderón is the other co-head, who has seasoned experience advising domestic and international clients on the tax aspects of operations, as well as handling administrative procedures and investigations. The practice benefits from robust associate support, with notable names including Michel Zelaya and Daniel Sosa, both specialising in customs-related administrative proceedings.

White & Case S.C. grows steadily in Mexico’s international trade and customs market, with particular expertise in the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) among various free trade agreements. Additionally, the team is skilled in trade remedies and investigations, and has strong capabilities in tackling trade-related disputes. Francisco de Rosenzweig leads the group with prior federal experience as the Deputy Minister of Foreign Trade. He is supported by Carlos Véjar, who assists with international trade matters and arbitration proceedings. Associate Karen Luna provides additional support, focusing on customs litigation and regulatory compliance.