‘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.
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Testimonials
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‘The partners provide personal, exceptional customer service, always seeking solutions and providing value to their clients. They stand out for their high level of responsibility, responsiveness, speed, and professionalism. They always strive for the best and prompt service at a very reasonable cost, with high-quality advice.'
‘The attention of partner Arturo Bañuelos is first class, he is always willing and attentive to the needs of the client, always has extensive and expert knowledge of the topics whose advice is requested.'
‘Very collaborative and close to the client. Very willing to meet frequently to provide project progress reports. Excellent customer service.'
‘Juan Carlos Partida is an expert in the field of dumping. His knowledge and experience are outstanding.'
‘One of the main differentiators of this team is its ability to translate complex regulations into clear, actionable, and business-oriented recommendations.'
'The lawyers, especially Fernando Holguin, have comprehensive training that goes beyond legal compliance: they understand the logistical, tax, and commercial challenges that companies face in international operations.'
Key clients
- Foxconn
- TE Connectivity
- TS-Tech Co. LTD.
- Commscope
- Regal Rexnord Corporation
- Avery Dennison
- Electrolux
- HNI Corporation
- RR Donnelley
- HNI Corporation
- Alpek Polyester México, S.A. de C.V.
- Indorama Ventures Polymers México, S. de R.L. de C.V.
Work highlights
Advised Fox Conn on its customs and international trade structures, from the Maquiladora structure with its principal, to all the assets, material structure and customs implications with all its sub-manufacturers in Mexico.
Provided legal advice to TE Connectivity on the customs and international trade area to its approximately 10 subsidiaries in Mexico.
Provided legal advice to four subsidiaries of Regal-Rexnord Corporation that are being subject to foreign trade audits conducted by the Mexican Tax Services Administration in different locations of Mexico, which include the cities of Juarez, Guadalajara, San Luis Potosí, Piedras Negras, and Monterrey.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Luis Delgado
Practice head
Felipe Mendoza; Juan Carlos Partida; Eduardo David; Fernando Holguin; Arturo Bañuelos; Salvador Garza
Other key lawyers
Luis Delgado