Operating in perfect harmony with the firm's revered tax department, the international trade group at Chevez Ruiz Zamarripa assists clients with a variety of matters, including tariff classification of goods for import or export; customs valuation, restrictions and non-tariff regulations; audits by tax or customs authorities; the analysis of legal risks in the supply chain, and for litigation against acts and decisions made by the tax and customs authorities - a segment where the practice has considerable prowess. Guillermo Sánchez, a skilled litigator with solid knowledge of the maquiladora industry; and Ricardo Romero, who is well-versed in commercial remedies -antidumping, subsidies and safeguard procedures- as well as regulatory affairs related to imports and exports, co-head the practice. Eduardo Díaz, who focuses on free trade agreements, World Trade Organisation agreements, defence against unfair trade practices -dumping and subsidies-, and antitrust; and Gerardo Canseco (maquila operations, tariff classification/customs valuation, FTAs, contractual supply chain and antidumping procedures), are other names to note. Former fellow partner Jorge Sánchez   joined Deloitte in January 2022.

EC Rubio 's international trade offering covers a broad range of matters, and is respected for its knowledge of anti-dumping, countervailing duties, and safeguard measures, while also offering solid expertise in trade remedies, IMMEX, Prosec, export promotion programs, rules of origin, and customs and origin audits. Name partners include Mexico City's Eduardo David and Juan Carlos Partida, along with Fernando Holguín and Felipe Mendoza in Ciudad Juárez.

Lauded for its ‘extensive experience in the efficient and practical resolution of complex foreign trade issues’, Sánchez Devanny‘s international trade and customs offering draws on the proven expertise of its partners in the sector. Praised for her ‘great dedication’, Turenna Ramirez is well-versed in customs compliance programs, customs audits, customs and tax litigation, international treaties (including USMCA), export promotion programs (including IMMEX) and verification-of-origin processes. Fellow specialist José Alberto Campos focuses on the tax aspects of foreign trade and customs, as well as on tariff and non-tariff requirements and export controls, and offers significant experience in FTAs executed by Mexico. Eduardo Sotelo, a skilled litigator whose experience also encompasses NAFTA verifications-of-origin, tariff classification, rules of origin, export controls, and import and export regimes, and has additional experience of non-tariff regulations and restrictions, completes the solid Mexico City-based trio in charge of the practice. The team houses particular expertise in the chemicals, automotive, food and beverages, cosmetics, medical devices, pharmaceutical products, alcohol and tobacco, textile and footwear sectors.

A well-established name in the international trade sphere, Vázquez Tercero & Zepeda offers extensive expertise regarding anti-dumping investigations and the maquiladora industry. The practice's client roster showcases constant activity - particularly with players from the Asian market. Key contacts include trade-disputes expert Adrián Vázquez; Emilio Arteaga in Mexico City, and  Guadalajara's Eduardo González.

Galicia Abogados S.C. fields a thriving practice which continues to gain increasing profile in the international trade and customs sphere as a result of its assistance to multinational and Mexican companies looking to implement mechanisms to facilitate the manufacturing, importation and exportation of goods - such as the IMMEX and PROSEC Programs, OEA, quotas, certifications, licenses, and import and export permits. The group led by Daniel Amézquita and younger partner Mario Valencia also actively participates in antidumping and subsidies investigations, as well as safeguarding measures before the investigating authorities; litigation and arbitration processes regarding international trade; and boasts a robust knowledge of the rules and regulations applicable to the international trade of goods and services in accordance with WTO guidelines. José Andrés Muñiz, who has strong experience advising domestic and international clients on import and export regulations; while Fernando Rodriguez and Sheidel Francioli provide key support at associate level. The energy, pharmaceutical, automotive, telecommunications, chemical, e-commerce and retail industries stand as the group's mainstay sectors.

Jáuregui y Del Valle, S.C.´s international trade practice earns plaudits for its  ‘extensive knowledge of the matter’ and remains a first-class group for advice on a wide array of matters, including litigation, market access, trade policy, multilateral and bilateral trade agreements, customs compliance, trade compliance and trade remedies. Department-head David Hurtado is recognised as one of the key names in this sector, and is lauded for his expertise in both consulting and litigation regarding international trade and customs, with an emphasis on antidumping and countervailing duties. Hurtado is particularly active with clients from the pharmaceutical, automotive, farming, food and beverages, and electronics industries. Senior associate Julia García De Acevedo offers additional key expertise in dumping, customs and health-related international commerce.

Regarded by clients as ‘experts on the subject’, Basham, Ringe y Correa, S.C.‘s international trade and customs practice is led by the accomplished Sergio Barajas, whose broad professional experience covers tax litigation, consulting, tax planning of operational structures, tax strategies related to customs and foreign trade matters, IMMEX program, customs compliance, non-tariff regulations and restrictions, tariff classification, customs valuation and anti-dumping proceedings. Raised to the partnership in October 2022, the Monterrey-based Roberto Serralde ‘stands out as a key member of the team’; he is experienced in compliance and customs matters, including tax-customs litigation procedures and remedies, tariff classification, valuation, NAFTA and other free trade agreements. The manufacturing, chemicals, automotive, and industrial sectors account for a significant proportion of the team’s caseload. Senior associate Priscila Angel left the firm in December 2021 to join Deloitte.

Hogan Lovells' international trade and customs group comprises ‘specialists in the field’ who garner praise for their ‘excellent communication and customer service’. Partners Juan Francisco Torres Landa and Mario Jorge Yañez are in charge of steering the international trade practice, which boasts a solid track record advising in complex anti-dumping investigations in Mexico; while Arturo Tiburcio leads the customs practice, which covers advisory and consultation work, administrative procedures, and litigation. The department, which services clients in a wide array of industries such as food and beverage, automotive, electronics, steel, chemicals, and aviation, includes other notable practitioners, primarily senior associate Mario Lara, who is particularly skilled in tariff classification, customs compliance and regulations, and anti-dumping matters; and associate Brianda Ramirez.

Holland & Knight's international trade and customs practice merits praise for its ‘specialised knowledge in foreign trade and exceptional service’. With over 30 years' experience behind him, Luis Rubio heads the department. He represents domestic and international corporations, trade associations, and the Mexican Government in complex regulatory matters and international trade proceedings. Carlos Vejar, whose professional experience includes over two decades at the Mexican Ministry of Economy, advises on trade strategies, regulatory compliance, unfair trade practices, customs procedures, and commercial, private and international trade arbitration matters. Associates Josafat Paredes and Maria Teresa Quintero are additional names to note.

Luis Miguel Jiménez heads the seven-strong practice at Von Wobeser y Sierra, SC, which has a particularly strong focus on the automotive sector, and is known for its experience in the IMMEX and maquiladora segment. Jimenez brings to bear additional expertise in customs operations, NAFTA and other FTAs, and associated tax and regulatory matters; while also representing clients in tax audits and verification processes and litigation before the tax and administrative courts. The team was reinforced with the promotion to counsel of Lourdes Salazar in January 2022 and the hire of associate Miguel Concha in 2021. Salazar, who ‘stands out for her good attitude’, handles a variety of matters related to IMMEX and Prosec programmes, as well as handling VAT certifications.

‘Very knowledgeable about foreign trade matters’ is how a client describes Santamarina y Steta's practice, which offers a comprehensive advisory service which combines foreign trade and tax advice. Following the retirement of Ernesto Duhne , the practice is now solely headed by Alejandro Luna, who has a particular focus on the manufacturing, pharmaceutical, medical device, food and retail industries, advising primarily on import and supply chain strategies, customs consultations, and import and export strategies of products. Associate Michel Zelaya, who specialises in international trade and anti-dumping matters, is also noted.