This article addresses critical legal developments that are highly relevant for Canadian companies operating in Mexico—or any foreign jurisdiction. Recent landmark decisions by the Supreme Courts of Canada and
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Dual Legal Representation Model for Canadian and Quebec Companies in MexicoDual Legal Representation Model for Canadian and Quebec Companies in Mexico
Introducing the Dual Legal Representation – in Mexico -Model In a previous article, we examined the fundamental importance of the legal representative in Mexico to ensure good corporate governance, legal
Understanding Mexico’s New Law to Eliminate Bureaucratic Procedures: Why Canadian Businesses Should Pay AttentionUnderstanding Mexico’s New Law to Eliminate Bureaucratic Procedures: Why Canadian Businesses Should Pay Attention
On July 16, 2025, Mexico published the National Law for the Elimination of Bureaucratic Procedures, a landmark reform aimed at modernizing the public sector by digitizing, simplifying, and centralizing administrative procedures across
Mexico’s Enhanced AML Legal Landscape: What Canadian Businesses Need to KnowMexico’s Enhanced AML Legal Landscape: What Canadian Businesses Need to Know
Recent reforms to Mexico’s Federal Law for the Prevention and Identification of Transactions Involving Illicit Resources (commonly known as the “Anti-Money Laundering Law”), published in July 2025, mark a significant
What should companies know about Mexico’s digital identity reforms?What should companies know about Mexico’s digital identity reforms?
Source: Hogan Lovells On July 16, 2025, various legal reforms were published in the Federal Official Gazette, modifying the framework of identity, security, and administrative management in Mexico. These
Common Compliance Errors by Foreign Companies in Mexico and How to Adapt Corporate Compliance Programs from AbroadCommon Compliance Errors by Foreign Companies in Mexico and How to Adapt Corporate Compliance Programs from Abroad
Common Compliance Errors Foreign companies operating in Mexico often face compliance challenges due to differences in legal, fiscal, labor, and regulatory environments. The most common errors include: Lack of
Legal Representative in Mexico: Ensuring Corporate Governance and Legal Certainty for Your CompanyLegal Representative in Mexico: Ensuring Corporate Governance and Legal Certainty for Your Company
The Strategic Role of the Legal Representative within Corporate Governance Appointing a legal representative in Mexico is not just a formal requirement; it is a cornerstone to ensure corporate governance excellence and
A general introduction to corporate tax planning in MexicoA general introduction to corporate tax planning in Mexico
Source: Cuatrecasas Introduction The taxation landscape of Mexico is characterised by a comprehensive framework that encompasses various taxes, including corporate income tax (CIT), value added tax (VAT) and special
Mexico: Proposed Constitutional Amendment to Reduce the Weekly Working Hours in Mexico: Legal Overview and ImplicationsMexico: Proposed Constitutional Amendment to Reduce the Weekly Working Hours in Mexico: Legal Overview and Implications
Source: L&E Global Mexico is moving forward with a proposed constitutional amendment to reduce the maximum weekly working hours from 48 to 40. The amendment, currently under the congress
Navigating Trade Wars: Perspectives from Mexico (Part 1)Navigating Trade Wars: Perspectives from Mexico (Part 1)
Source: Clyde & Co LLP In part one of this two-part installment in Clyde and Co’s Navigating Trade Wars series, Mexican-based Partners Enrique Garza and Roger Rodriguez, outline recent