About
Provided by Sánchez DeVanny Eseverri, S.C.
The Life Sciences practice group provides legal advice regarding regulation (including Mexican Official Standards (NOM) or Mexican Standards (NMX)), contracting, internal auditing, and implications on M&A processes regarding pharmaceutical products and related substances; restricted substances; medical devices (including nuclear safeguards); products posing health risks for humans, animals, or plants; food and beverages; dietary supplements; cosmetic products; tobacco products; and alcoholic beverages. Also, our team of attorneys in this area can advise you on requirements for manufacturing, supply, distribution, marketing, importation, and advertising of products subject to health requirements and acquisition of permits, authorizations, notices, and registrations before health authorities.
Some other cases in which our team of specialists can provide you with legal advice are: a) on clinical trials and research related to human advice on animal health; b) when you require representation in litigation related to pharmaceuticals, medical devices, food and beverages, tobacco, and cosmetics; c) when you need lobbying and negotiation with authorities regarding amendments or changes to applicable provisions; and, d) on requirements regarding animal processing premises including federal standard slaughterhouses.
Chambers Review
Distinguished full-service firm Sánchez DeVanny Eseverri benefits from a reputable team that advises on regulatory requirements applicable to the advertising and sale of dietary, healthcare and tobacco products, such as labelling matters. The outstanding legal department offers additional capabilities handling patent reviews and the protection of clinical data. The law firm is routinely retained by major food and beverage, tobacco and pharmaceutical companies, as well as those active in the cosmetics industry.
Work Highlights
- Sánchez DeVanny Eseverri advised Sally Beauty on several proceedings regarding visits of inspection by regulatory authorities at its stores, which included both counselling and litigation.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Sánchez DeVanny Eseverri is a spectacular firm. Their response times are great, and they provide creative solutions as well as establish interesting strategies."
"Sánchez DeVanny Eseverri is among the few firms who come up with innovative strategies, as our cross-border matters require spot-on expertise and knowledge of patents and health registration."
"Sánchez DeVanny Eseverri is a spectacular firm. Their response times are great, and they provide creative solutions as well as establish interesting strategies."
"Sánchez DeVanny Eseverri is among the few firms who come up with innovative strategies, as our cross-border matters require spot-on expertise and knowledge of patents and health registration."
Notable Practitioners
Stellar partner Juan Luis Serrano specialises in regulatory and contentious matters in the life sciences sphere in Mexico. He draws significant praise from the market.
"Juan Luis Serrano dedicates time to our projects when we discuss the different alternatives and possible outcomes. He is very diligent, aware of our requirements, and always available when required."
"Juan Luis Serrano is business-oriented, as he knows the industry well. He has experienced being an in-house counsel, which gives him an advantage."
Noted partner José Alberto Campos Vargas comes recommended for his regulatory compliance expertise in the Mexican life sciences space.
"José Alberto Campos Vargas is an honest, pragmatic and experienced lawyer who communicates assertively. When there are risks, he is cautious and analytical."
Associate-to-watch Mariajosé Ayala García enters the rankings this year after eliciting recognition from commentators for her activity in regulatory life sciences work in Mexico.
"Mariajosé Ayala García has a great level of attention and understanding of our issues. She follows up consistently when there are critical timelines to be met."
Ranked Lawyers at
Sánchez DeVanny Eseverri, S.C.
Mexico
Members
Provided by Sánchez DeVanny Eseverri, S.C.
Head of Department
Juan Luis Serrano-Leets
Head of Department
Industries
Provided by Sánchez DeVanny Eseverri, S.C.
Dietary Suplements
Food & Drink
HealthCare
Medical Devices
Pharma