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.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Emilio Arteaga is excellent. It's a pleasure working with him and his team.’

  • ‘Operating in Mexico from abroad is a great challenge for us. Emilio Arteaga is a huge asset to our team. He demonstrated great human qualities and even showed us typical spots in the city.’

  • ‘They have an excellent command of their field, their availability is tailored to our needs, and they always seek simple, legally compliant solutions.'

  • ‘We worked with Adrián Vázquez and Oscar Ornelas. They are always patient in explaining the Mexican legal practice in detail. They analyse our case well, which enabled us to forecast our advantage and disadvantage more precisely.’

  • ‘The partners and advisers at VTZ distinguish themselves through their excellent legal acumen, strategic thinking, and client-first approach.'

  • 'The firm remains at the forefront of regulations and is a pioneer in proposing strategic compliance solutions.'

Key clients

  • The Dow Chemical Company
  • Posco Vietnam Company Limited
  • Vietnam Steel Association
  • China Rubber Industry Association
  • Iljin Steel
  • Hoa Sen Group Joint Stock Company
  • Formosa Ha Tinh Steel Corporation
  • Nam Kim Steel Joint Stock Company
  • Hoa Phat Steel Sheet
  • Zhaoqing Junhong
  • Shandong Linglong
  • Tire Direct

Work highlights

Represented 11 Chinese producers, CRIA, and three importers in the antidumping investigation regarding tires from China.
Represented Hyundai Steel Co., Ltd. and Hyundai Steel Mexico in the administrative review of the price undertakings on cold rolled sheet from Korea before the Ministry of Economy.
Advised the maquiladora industry regarding the changes in Mexican International Trade Rules due to the government change, offering counsel to 15 companies (such as Corning Monterrey) from the IMMEX programme and other international trade programmes to maintain their benefits.

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Practice head

Adrián Vázquez; Eduardo Zepeda; Eduardo Gonzalez

Other key lawyers

Emilio Arteaga; Alejandro Martínez; Miguel Angel Osorio; Oscar Ornelas; Eira Zepeda