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Vázquez Tercero & Zepeda

International Trade/WTO

Latin America Guide 2026 : Mexico

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Vázquez Tercero & Zepeda

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Vazquez Tercero & Zepeda (VTZ) has been for more than 40 years at the forefront of economic law, international trade and customs matters in Mexico, including active participation in Mexico's accession to GATT in 1986.

For the past decades, VTZ has been a leader in matters related to WTO, NAFTA, trade remedies, IMMEX, customs verifications, regulatory and tax related litigation.

The firm is best known for its Antidumping, Trade Policy and Customs practices, and has actively participated in the most important trade investigations and policy development for the past thirty years, including acting as host to an international conference on WTO20, the development of IMMEX legal framework and Authorized Economic Operators certification.

Industries (12)

  • Steel products
  • Machinery and Equipment
  • Chemical and Minerals
  • Electric and Electronic Appliances and Components
  • Oil & Gas
  • Kitchenware and Household Appliances
  • Textiles, Garments and Footwear
  • Children and Infant Products
  • Food and Food Supplements
  • Consumer Products
  • Agricultural Goods
  • IMMEX or Maquiladora Industry

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International Trade/WTO - Mexico

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Vázquez Tercero & Zepeda is deeply revered for its prowess in anti-dumping investigations and countervailing duties. The Mexico City-based team boasts further expertise in customs compliance and verifications of origin. The international trade practice group continues to serve an impressive roster of domestic and international clients encompassing such sectors as metals, manufacturing and consumer goods. Vázquez Tercero & Zepeda remains a first port of call for clients from Asian markets exporting goods to the Mexican market.

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Work Highlights

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  • Vázquez Tercero & Zepeda advised a group of Chinese exporters and Mexican importers in an anti-dumping investigation regarding the importation of steel grinding balls from China.

Strengths

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  • I have no doubt that Vázquez Tercero & Zepeda's main strengths are its lawyers' extensive experience, professionalism, efficiency and timeliness.

    International Trade/WTO respondentLatin America

  • Vázquez Tercero & Zepeda have a high level of expertise and are specialists in foreign trade and customs matters.

    International Trade/WTO respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Adrián B Vázquez
    Adrián B Vázquez

    Adrián B Vázquez

    Pre-eminent partner Adrián Vázquez co-heads the firm's department and boasts a longstanding track record in the Mexican international trade space. He frequently advises clients on the impact of free trade agreements on their operations in Mexico.

    • Adrián Vázquez is a well-known international trade lawyer who is an expert in anti-dumping matters.

      International Trade/WTO respondentLatin America

    • Adrián Vázquez is a very wise and experienced lawyer in Mexico.

      International Trade/WTO respondentLatin America
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  • Eduardo Zepeda
    Eduardo Zepeda

    Eduardo Zepeda

    Department co-head Eduardo Zepeda is regularly sought out by clients in relation to customs matters. He benefits from his experience assisting clients with maquiladora matters in Mexico.

    • Eduardo Zepeda demonstrates proactivity, professionalism and extensive experience. He is a kind lawyer who obtains the results that we need.

      International Trade/WTO respondentLatin America
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  • Emilio Arteaga Vázquez
    Emilio Arteaga Vázquez

    Emilio Arteaga Vázquez

    Up-and-coming partner Emilio Arteaga Vázquez continues to obtain praise for his activity in international trade matters in Mexico, such as anti-dumping investigations.

    • Emilio Arteaga Vázquez is a responsible and notable lawyer with outstanding economic expertise.

      International Trade/WTO respondentLatin America
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