your business deserves legal protection

Every Shipment Should Reach Its Destination Without Unnecessary Complications

• If you are an importer, establish yourself as a leader in your industry by distributing and marketing your products throughout Mexico with confidence that your operations comply with Mexican customs regulations.

• If you are an exporter or domestic producer, ship your goods anywhere in the world with the legal certainty and compliance support you need.

• If you are a customs broker or international logistics operator, attract new clients and maintain the highest standards of service by ensuring that your operations are always backed by the law.

Do You Need Legal Advice on Customs and International Trade in Mexico?

We provide specialized legal assistance and representation to international trade operators.

Is Your Shipment Being Held at Customs?

We are your strategic legal partner for international trade solutions.

Customs and International Trade Law have been at the heart of our practice for more than 20 years. It is an area of law we deal with every day.

Just like you, we want every international trade operation to remain fully compliant with all applicable customs obligations. And when a government authority questions the work, investment, and dedication behind your operation, we will be there to defend your interests.

At Moreno Valdés Law Firm, we represent and defend private parties in their dealings with the Mexican Public Administration and government authorities.

PRACTICE AREAS

When does a Customs Lawyer help?

...When Your Shipment Is Held at Customs

There is nothing more distressing for an importer or taxpayer than having their goods seized by customs authorities. We are here to provide legal guidance and defend your interests.

...When You Need to Know How Much Import Duty You Will Pay on a Product or Defend Your Tariff Classification

To answer this question, we need to analyze Mexico’s General Law on Import and Export Taxes (LIGIE). We are certified in Tariff Classification and know the right course of action to give importers the legal certainty and peace of mind they need.

...When You Want to Protect Your Domestic Manufacturing Operations from a Surge of Foreign Imports

The federal government provides legal mechanisms to protect domestic industry from unfair foreign competition. Keep this in mind—you may want to consult with us about unfair international trade practices, and we will be pleased to review your case.

...When You Believe Your Company Is Not Fully Compliant with All Customs Regulations

Customs compliance should be an ongoing, daily practice involving everyone in the organization and serving the best interests of the company. A strong culture of prevention gives business owners greater peace of mind and helps protect their companies from potential contingencies. With the right legal guidance from our firm, you can make a real difference, minimize the impact of potential issues, and bring them to a successful resolution.

...When You Have Issues with Your IMMEX Manufacturing Operation (Temporary Import Program)

The IMMEX program is governed by a broad and highly specialized regulatory framework involving international trade, tax, and customs provisions. This regulatory complexity means that, whenever your company faces a government audit or administrative proceeding, the risks can escalate quickly—from the suspension of importers’ and exporters’ registries and the assessment of tax liabilities to the cancellation of the IMMEX program itself.

Reach out to us and tell us your story.

...When You Need to Challenge an Unfair or Unlawful Tax Assessment

You are not necessarily required to pay when a tax assessment is the result of an arbitrary or unlawful government action. We know what is at stake. We will help you understand your rights and the legal options available to you.

Going to court is not only about defending your rights—it is about protecting your assets, your business operations, and the continuity of your company.

...When You Want to Do Business Internationally

We are here to provide legal guidance and help make it possible for buyers and sellers to build successful international business relationships.

Expanding a business internationally opens access to a much larger market, which can lead to significant growth in sales and revenue. Products and services may be in greater demand in other countries, allowing businesses to diversify their revenue streams and reduce their reliance on the domestic market.

...When You Are Facing a Tax Audit by Mexico’s Tax Authority (SAT)

We understand taxpayers’ rights when the authorities conduct an on-site audit, a desk audit, or send what are commonly known as “invitational letters.” Every government action serves a specific purpose. How you respond from the very beginning can determine whether the matter ends with a simple clarification or results in the assessment of tax liabilities.

...When You Have Not Been Clearly Informed of What Each Document Related to the Product You Are Importing or Exporting Means

A specialized attorney carefully reviews the contents of documents prepared for your company and explains their legal scope from a comprehensive legal perspective. For example, we can review the legal basis, validity period, exceptions, rights, deadlines, omissions, legal effects, government authorities’ powers, jurisdiction, parties subject to the requirements, contractual terms, comparative law, competition, and how the document relates to other documents.

In short, our role is to analyze all relevant elements and legal effects contained in an official notice, letter, notarial instrument, contract, declaration, court judgment, agreement, permit, authorization, or any other legal document.

...When You Need an Import Permit or Your Goods Have Been Seized Because You Did Not Have One

Paying import duties is not enough to ensure compliance in an international trade operation. There are numerous non-tariff regulations and restrictions that must be met for each type of imported or exported product, many of which require permits or authorizations from different government agencies. A customs and international trade attorney knows how to navigate these requirements and what legal action to take when issues arise.

A customs and international trade attorney performs a wide range of tasks on behalf of clients. Here are some examples of how they can help your company:

Legal Certainty for Your Company’s Growth

Make Your Company Grow and Cross Borders with Confidence and Security.

With our legal support, you can manage your imports and exports with confidence and without uncertainty. If an unfair situation arises, you can count on experienced attorneys who will be there to protect your rights.