Business Details
37 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services for Foreign Investors in Mexico
Ernesto Velarde-Danache-Danache, Inc. has provided comprehensive legal services for foreign investors in Mexico since 1989. Our firm specializes in corporate law, immigration, customs, and governmental relations, supporting over 400 companies from Europe, Asia, and North America. With offices in Texas and four Mexican locations, we offer multilingual legal assistance in English, Spanish, French, and Italian. Our team of 13 attorneys, many with 10-35 years of experience, delivers tailored solutions for business establishment, real estate, labor law, and tax matters.We maintain an in-house Notary Public and have represented clients in complex commercial and labor litigation. Our founder, Ernesto Velarde-Danache-Danache, holds advanced legal degrees from Cambridge and SMU, and has spoken internationally about Mexican law. We serve diverse industries through personalized legal counsel, seminars, and educational resources like our free eBook on doing business in Mexico. Our commitment to client success is demonstrated through 35 years of experience and a full-service approach that eliminates the need for external legal partners.
Services
Corporate Law
Immigration Services
Customs Compliance
Governmental Relations
Real Estate Law
Labor Law
Tax Matters
Intellectual Property
Environmental Law
Maquila Regulations
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We have 35 years of experience assisting foreign investors in Mexico
- Our team includes 13 Mexican licensed lawyers with 10-35 years of experience
- We offer in-house Notary Public services in Mexico
- Our attorneys are fluent in English, Spanish, French and Italian
- We have assisted over 400 companies from Europe, Asia and North America
Associations and certifications
- American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) Monterrey Chapter
What people say
Diligent and professional
Great drive and knowledge
Ethical principles beyond results
Proven expertise in law
Successful project outcomes
Services
Corporate Law
We provide comprehensive corporate legal services for foreign investors establishing operations in Mexico. Our expertise includes company incorporation, contract drafting, and compliance with Mexican business regulations. Our attorneys with 10-35 years of experience help clients navigate corporate governance and regulatory requirements.
Immigration Services
Our immigration practice focuses on work visas and immigration compliance for foreign workers in Mexico. We assist with visa applications, residency permits, and labor migration issues. Our team has supported over 400 companies with immigration matters related to their Mexican operations.
Customs Compliance
We help businesses comply with Mexican customs regulations and international trade laws. Our services include import/export compliance, tariff classification, and trade agreement utilization. Our attorneys have extensive experience with maquila industry customs requirements.
Governmental Relations
Our firm provides strategic guidance on navigating Mexican governmental processes and regulations. We assist with permit acquisition, regulatory compliance, and establishing effective relationships with government authorities. Our team has deep experience in policy advocacy for foreign investors.
Real Estate Law
We offer legal services for real estate transactions in Mexico, including property acquisition, due diligence, and title verification. Our attorneys handle commercial property matters for foreign investors establishing manufacturing or distribution facilities in Mexico.
People
Ernesto Velarde Danache
President & Mexican Notary Public
Mexican Notary Public with LLM degrees from Cambridge and SMU. Hosted a live Mexican TV show for 18 years and published author on international law topics. Has spoken about Mexican law in 26 countries.
Angel Smith
Senior Associate
Legal professional specializing in Mexican law with experience in cross-border business transactions and immigration matters.
Enrique Villarreal
Senior Associate
Experienced attorney providing legal counsel on corporate matters and business establishment in Mexico.
Carlos Porras
Senior Associate
Legal expert handling corporate law, immigration, and governmental relations for foreign investors.
Victor Aguilar
Senior Associate
Attorney with expertise in Mexican corporate law and cross-border business transactions.
Questions
What legal services do you offer for foreign investors?
We provide corporate law, immigration, customs compliance, governmental relations, and company incorporation services for foreign investors.
How long has your firm been in business?
We have served foreign investors since 1989, with 35 years of continuous operation.
In what languages do you provide legal services?
Our attorneys offer services in English, Spanish, French, and Italian.
Do you have offices in Mexico?
Yes, we have four Mexican locations: Matamoros, Reynosa, Leon, and Monterrey.
What industries do you specialize in?
We focus on maquila regulations, real estate, labor law, and environmental compliance.
How can I access your educational resources?
We offer free resources including our eBook and video conference on doing business in Mexico.
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