Sánchez Devanny

The 'approachable, attentive and focused' practitioners at Sánchez Devanny's international trade and customs department are counsel of choice for both an advisory and contentious matters to a large and diverse group of multinationals on the full suite of cross-border operations. The firm’s prowess in the life sciences space ensures it is often retained by chemical, pharmaceutical and medical devices companies, while the food and beverages, cosmetics, alcohol, tobacco and steel industries are all further areas of strength. The team's slate of work regularly includes import/export matters, Immex issues, advice on different free trade agreements, origin verification, M&A customs analysis and customs measures, among other specialties. Co-head of the practice, Eduardo Sotelo comes with client recommendation and stands out for his experience in complex litigation deriving from international trade and customs matters. Fellow co-lead José Alberto Campos can draw on over 25 years' experience to advises multinational and Mexican clients on international transactions and cross-border operations involving Mexican free trade agreements, import duties, export development programs, and customs requirements and international trade issues. The hire of Monterrey-based Roberto Serralde from Basham, Ringe y Correa, S.C. has added further strength in compliance; while at senior associate level, María Luisa Mendoza and Juan Carlos Jiminez in Mexico City and Querétaro, respectively, are the key names. Since publication, the firm's merger into Garrigues Mexico (announced in July 2024), has been confirmed - effective as of February 2025.