International Trade/WTO
Latin America Guide 2025 : Mexico
Band 2
About
Provided by Sánchez DeVanny Eseverri, S.C.
This practice advises domestic and multinational companies on strategic issues regarding their operations in Mexico in connection with all import/ export matters, export promotion programs (IMMEX, PROSEC, etc.) operation structure, interpretation and application of free trade agreements trade facilitation, origin verification audits, M&A customs analysis, risk assessment, and anti-counterfeiting customs measures.
We also represent clients in customs and administrative litigation regarding import and export of goods including procedures arising from Free Trade Agreements, tariff and non-tariff requirements, customs valuation, IMMEX and Bonded Warehouse operations, as well as many other matters related to customs and foreign trade.
This group provides strategic advice regarding the efficient application of free trade benefits for companies expanding throughout North, Latin America, Europe and Asian countries including advice regarding benefits and advantages for trade-related matters with countries that have free trade agreements with Mexico.
Chambers Review
Sánchez DeVanny Eseverri is a key full-service firm that boasts experience in a variety of international trade matters in Mexico. The practice group is praised for its handling of both customs matters and trade remedies, and often advises clients on customs compliance and consulting on free trade agreements. Sánchez DeVanny Eseverri's areas of activity include contentious matters. The firm's client roster includes notable international and domestic players from the maquiladora sector. Campari Group, Spradling Group and George Koch Sons count among the firm's new client wins.
Work Highlights
- Sánchez DeVanny Eseverri advised Under Armour on the inaccurate labelling of products imported to Mexico in order to prevent receiving penalties from the PROFECO.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The Sánchez DeVanny Eseverri team has a high level of expertise, knowledge and soft skills to handle foreign trade issues. Their advice is key when solving audits in the best way possible."
"The Sánchez DeVanny Eseverri team has a high level of expertise, knowledge and soft skills to handle foreign trade issues. Their advice is key when solving audits in the best way possible."
Notable Practitioners
Mexico City-based partner José Alberto Campos Vargas acts for clients on contentious and non-contentious customs matters.
"José Alberto Campos Vargas is a great attorney. His knowledge of the Mexican regulatory framework and market is indispensable to us."
Eduardo Sotelo-Cauduro regularly advises clients on a range of customs compliance and free trade agreement matters, including NAFTA regulations. He is recognised for his dynamism in the international trade and customs sphere in Mexico.
"Eduardo Sotelo-Cauduro's level of service, communication and technical knowledge is great. He understands that we need to comply with the regulations without affecting our business."
Up-and-coming partner Roberto Serralde continues to garner praise for his presence in Mexican international trade mandates. He is active in customs audits and IMMEX matters.
"Roberto Serralde is a very strong lawyer in IMMEX mandates."
Ranked Lawyers at
Sánchez DeVanny Eseverri, S.C.
Mexico
Members
Provided by Sánchez DeVanny Eseverri, S.C.
Head of Department
Head of Department
Juan Carlos Jiménez-Labora
María Luisa Mendoza
Industries
Provided by Sánchez DeVanny Eseverri, S.C.
Aerospace and Aviation
Automotive
Chemistry
Food & Drink
HealthCare
Life Sciences
Manufacturing
Retail