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OUR PRACTICE AREAS

REAL ESTATE LAW

Property Transactions, Contract Review, Condominium Law

At Mata Law firm, our experienced bilingual attorneys are dedicated to helping you navigate the complexities of real estate law. We provide a full range of services, including property transactions, contract review, Condominium law,  zoning and land use matters, etc.

Our team is committed to protecting your rights and ensuring that your real estate transactions are handled with the utmost care and attention to detail.

EMPLOYMENT LAW

At Mata Law firm, we understand the challenges that employers and employees face in the workplace. Our attorneys are well-versed in all aspects of employment law, including employment contracts, terminations and home office rules.  We are committed to protecting your rights and ensuring that you receive the compensation you deserve.

Employment Contracts, Terminations, etc. 

TAX LAW

Tax Planning and Compliance

At Mata Law firm, we provide comprehensive tax law services, including tax planning and compliance. Our attorneys have extensive experience working with individuals and businesses to navigate the complexities of tax law. We are committed to helping you achieve your financial goals while minimizing your tax liability.

MEXICAN 
LLC
FORMATION

Formation of Mexican LLC, bank account opening, employer registration, biz licenses, etc.

Mexico's laws regarding LLCs are often conducive to foreign investment. Foreign investors may find the structure of an LLC familiar and advantageous, making it easier to conduct business in Mexico.

As the name suggests, one of the primary advantages is limited liability. Members or owners of an LLC in Mexico are typically not personally liable for the debts and obligations of the company. Their liability is generally limited to the amount of their investment in the company.

Interestingly, 95% of our US clients prefer the Mexican LLC over the Mexican corporation for certain tax reasons. Our clients from other countries also prefer the Mexican LLC but not necessarily for tax reasons. For instance, the requirements for ongoing maintenance of a Mexican LLC compared to the Mexican corporation are generally less stringent, making it an attractive option for small to medium-sized businesses.

Mata law firm has formed more than 100 Mexican LLC’s over the last 30 years, assisting our clients to apply for a Mexican taxpayer (number known as RFC) for their company, opening a bank account, obtaining employer registration, applying for business licenses, etc.

Overall, using an LLC in Mexico can provide a balance of liability protection, tax advantages, and operational flexibility, making it a popular choice for many businesses. However, it's essential to consult with legal and tax professionals familiar with Mexican laws and regulations to determine the most suitable business structure for your specific circumstances.

Litigation

Litigated and other contested matters in both state and federal courts in Mexico, as well as before administrative agencies.

Our Litigation Practice Group serves corporate and individual clients in a broad range of litigated and other contested matters in both state and federal courts in Mexico, as well as before administrative agencies.
Many Practice Group members have served judicial clerkships at Mexico’s Supreme Court or the Federal Court of Appeals.
Like our clients, we recognize that the key to being effective is having the right people on a case, not having the most people on the case. The department’s size and flexibility enable it to adapt to our clients’ varying needs, from day-to-day breach of contract matters, up to international litigation and arbitration.

Our utmost goal is a favorable result for the client. This may mean winning at trial, or it may mean an early, cost-effective resolution of the dispute. Because we are very aware of the high cost of litigation, our litigation practice includes not only the conduct of trials and appeals, but when consistent with the client’s objectives, the pursuit of a speedier and/or less costly alternatives such as direct negotiation or arbitration programs. In this way, we strive to keep costs and benefits in proper balance, in the interest of our client.

Immigration

Visas for foreign professionals.

Our Immigration Practice Group guides our clients through the maze of immigration procedures and government processing constraints. Our lawyers understand that underlying the appropriate papers, visas, and related documentation is the impact on employees’ lives. Not only are our client’s employees relocating to a new work place, they are moving to a new country with their families-new home, new schools for their children and a new culture. Our lawyers are dedicated to making such a transition as seamless as possible.

We recognize the urgency inherent in securing visas for foreign professionals. To insure a rapid turnaround, we have designed a state-of-the-art tracking software. It provides, among other pieces of information, the precise status of a visa application.

Corporate & Finance

Visas for foreign professionals.

Mata Law is widely recognized as one of Mexico’s premier law firms in corporate law matters. Mata Law is a leading law firm in providing comprehensive corporate representation to companies in the technology, finance, banking, retail, manufacturing and services industries in Mexico. Our corporate and finance practice is designed to meet the complex legal needs of our clients in an efficient manner by providing industry expertise in addition to practical legal advice.
In order to enable us to provide our clients with the in-depth legal expertise that is necessary for the growth and success of their companies, we have supplemented our general corporate practice with specialty practice groups.

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General Corporate

We represent a large number of foreign companies with respect to all aspects of their businesses in Mexico. These companies range from small joint ventures for which we handle the initial organizational matters to large international corporations for which we handle complex international transactions.
Recognizing that our clients’ corporate needs involve virtually every aspect of their businesses, we work closely with the other practice areas in our firm, including tax, litigation, real estate and labor to provide a balanced, thoughtful approach to our clients’ requirements. We use a team approach to providing legal services and put at our clients’ disposal the talent and resources of the entire firm no matter where they are located.

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Corporate Finance

Our Corporate Finance Group regularly assists issuers, investors, lenders and borrowers in a wide variety of equity, debt, asset securitization and lease financing transactions in Mexico. These transactions range from public and private offerings of common and preferred stock, convertible securities, options and debt instruments to equipment financings, asset securitizations and bank borrowings. Our attorneys have extensive experience in advising banks, commercial lenders, leasing companies and borrowers in structuring, documenting and negotiating all types of loan transactions, including permanent, revolving credit, and construction loans.
We use our extensive experience in a wide range of financing transactions to bring an innovative and efficient approach to assisting our clients with their financing needs. We also regularly draw upon the resources of our Litigation, Tax, Real Estate, Intellectual Property and other practice groups to provide added depth to our advice.

Intellectual Property

Visas for foreign professionals.

Extensive experience in trademarks and other intellectual property matters enables us to offer the full range of protection and assistance that foreign companies and individuals require in the Mexican market place. We share our clients concerns about protecting their intellectual property rights in Mexico and we vigorously prosecute infringement acts affecting our clients’ copyrights, patents, trademarks, computer software and trade secrets. More importantly, we help our clients develop and implement comprehensive preventing, monitoring and redressing strategies to assure that our clients’ intellectual property rights receive maximum protection under Mexican changing laws and regulations.To better meet our clients’ needs, MC&Uhas formed a full-service intellectual property practice group. We strive to be in the forefront of assisting our clients fight against intellectual property piracy.

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The firm’s intellectual property attorneys have served as in-house counsel to major multi-national companies.

The firm is a full service provider for obtaining valid trademarks and copyrights. Our expertise allows us to navigate applications and responses quickly to obtain enforceable, commercially important intellectual property rights. Clients are frequently engaged in exchanges of information with our attorneys on a regular basis with regard to keeping them advised on intellectual property protection and how to avoid intellectual property disputes in the future.

We assist clients with a wide range of intellectual property matters including:

  • Seek enforcement of intellectual property rights in order to effectively combat counterfeiting and piracy;

  • Patent, trademark, copyright and trade secret litigation in federal courts nationwide and before administrative agencies;

  • Preparing and prosecuting trademark and service mark applications for registration by the Mexican PTO;

  • Preparing copyright applications for registration by the Mexican Copyright Office;

  • Prepare and file criminal actions against certain infringements of intellectual property rights.

International Trade and Customs

International trade law is one of the core areas of our firm. Particularly important is our expertise in handling NAFTA related matters. Mata Law assists clients with a full range of importing and exporting activities. We are experts in helping foreign companies overcome barriers to entry in the Mexican marketplace. We have worked with every significant Mexican trade and customs statute and regulation.

The international trade & customs group has an extensive know-how in Mexico’s IMMEX program.
 

Our practice extends to all aspects of importing and exporting, ranging from rapid response to crisis situations (such as goods confiscated at the U.S.-Mexican border by the Mexican Customs Serviceand penalty proceedings) to counseling on tariff preference programs and compliance with customs and trade regulations. We also help companies with more traditional issues such as classification, valuation, and country of origin.

Experience includes:

  • IMMEX program.

  • Temporary imports or exports.

  • Mexican technical standards ( NOMs ).

  • Importation of hazardous substances.

  • Complex customs law issues.

  • Sanitary permits.

  • Labeling requirements.

  • International trade litigation.

Probate Law

Probate law in Mexico governs the legal process through which the assets and estate of a deceased person are administered, managed, and distributed among heirs or beneficiaries.

Here's a description of Mata Law probate law practice in Puerto Vallarta.

 

At Mata Law our probate law practice embodies a blend of expertise, empathy, and efficiency tailored to assist clients during the often intricate and emotionally challenging process of estate administration. With a deep understanding of Mexican probate laws and a commitment to personalized service, we guide families and individuals through every stage of probate with clarity and cost-effective solutions. From drafting advance directives and powers of attorney to implementing tax-efficient wealth transfer strategies, we empower individuals to plan for their future with confidence and clarity.

 

Our probate law practice begins with comprehensive consultations where we listen attentively to our clients' needs, concerns, and objectives. Whether it's drafting a will, establishing trusts, or navigating intestacy court proceedings, our team offers insightful advice and strategic planning to ensure our clients' wishes are accurately reflected and legally enforceable.

For our foreign clients we specialize in providing legal advice on trust (known in Mexico as Fideicomiso) related matters.

 

Navigating the probate process can be daunting, especially during times of grief and loss. At Mata Law, we streamline estate administration by meticulously handling paperwork, asset valuation, debt settlement, and other administrative tasks on behalf of our clients. Our goal is to minimize stress and expedite the distribution of assets while upholding the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

 

Unfortunately, disputes among beneficiaries or challenges to the validity of a will can arise during probate proceedings. In such instances, our experienced litigators adeptly represent our clients' interests in probate court, seeking amicable resolutions whenever possible or vigorously advocating on their behalf when litigation becomes necessary. Our proactive approach aims to protect our clients' rights and preserve familial harmony amidst contentious circumstances.

 

In conclusion, the probate law practice at Mata Law is distinguished by its unwavering commitment to providing compassionate guidance, efficient administration, and effective advocacy in matters of estate planning and probate. With our experienced team of legal professionals, we offer comprehensive solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients and help them navigate the complexities of probate with confidence and peace of mind.

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