International trade and customs Tier 1

A top-notch player in the international trade and customs arena, Vázquez Tercero & Zepeda has a very strong focus on anti-dumping matters and the maquiladora industry. The 14-strong practice, which covers a wide array of matters, including including trade policy, customs compliance, regulatory matters, customs litigation, and tax planning and litigation; is a popular choice for clients from the Asian market. Managing partner and trade disputes expert Adrián Vázquez co-heads the practice with Mexico City colleague Emilio Arteaga (promoted to partner in May 2019, he has been active in anti-dumping investigations); and Guadalajara-based partners Eduardo Zepeda, who has a robust knowledge of the IMMEX/maquiladora industry, and skilled litigator Eduardo González. Support comes from key associate Mariana Malvaez. Notably, in addition to the aforementioned offices, the firm also operates from León, Monterrey, Puebla, Reynosa, Matamoros, Tijuana and Los Cabos, and has a promotion trade and investment office in Hong Kong. Former partner Horacio López Portillo left to establish his own boutique, López Portillo Consultores, S.C., in June 2019.