
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.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Accolades
Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘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.’
Key clients
- The Dow Chemical Company
- Posco Vietnam Company Limited
Work highlights
Represented 11 Chinese producers, CRIA, and three importers in the antidumping investigation regarding tires from China.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Adrián Vázquez; Eduardo Zepeda; Eduardo Gonzalez
Other key lawyers
Emilio Arteaga; Alejandro Martínez; Miguel Angel Osorio; Oscar Ornelas; Eira Zepeda



