October, 2026Claus von Wobeser receives the 2026 National Jurisprudence Award from the Mexican Bar AssociationThe Mexican Bar Association recognized Von Wobeser y Sierra’s founder and Honorary Chairman for his career and contributions to arbitration, legal…Read original publication→
October, 2026The SCJN Declares the 2024 Real Estate Acquisition Tax Rate in Mexico City Unconstitutional.Binding precedent P./J. 196/2026 (12th) finds that the 2024 ISAI tax schedule violates the principle of tax proportionality.→
October, 2026Amendment to the Federal Copyright Law regarding the Secondary Liability of Internet Service ProvidersMexico’s Chamber of Deputies approved amendments to the liability framework for internet service providers regarding copyright infringements committed by…→
October, 2026Von Wobeser y Sierra secures favorable ruling in water concession dispute involving an automotive plantThe outcome highlights an integrated legal strategy and collaboration across Von Wobeser y Sierra’s practice areas.→
October, 2026Reform on intellectual property crimes in MexicoThe Senate approved a reform strengthening the criminal framework applicable to intellectual property offenses, which remains subject to review by the…→
October, 2026Digital Economy Act: challenges for its implementation and effectivenessThe proposed Digital Economy Act raises implementation challenges and a broader discussion on the benefits and implications of payment digitalization in…Read original publication→
October, 2026Workplace whistleblowing in Mexico: legal framework and employer obligationsVon Wobeser y Sierra’s contribution to International Employment Lawyer’s global guide examines Mexico’s legal framework for workplace whistleblowing and…Read original publication→
October, 2026Compliance checks for tax evasionThe seventh edition of Latin Lawyer’s The Guide to Corporate Compliance examines ultimate beneficial ownership requirements and key risks associated with…Read original publication→
September, 2026Von Wobeser secures Mexican merger clearance for Toyota Industries’ approximately US$40 billion go-private transactionMexican merger control clearance was a key step toward the closing of the global go-private transaction involving Toyota Industries.→
September, 2026Proposed limit on tax deductions: potential impact on benefits, salaries and hiringA proposal from Mexico’s Ministry of Finance to limit tax deductions beginning in 2027 could temporarily increase corporate income tax for certain…Read original publication→
September, 202640-hour workweek: how companies in Mexico should prepareThe transition to a shorter workweek will require companies to reassess processes, productivity and work organization according to their specific…Read original publication→
September, 2026ETIAS: European Travel Information and Authorisation System — What Mexican Nationals Need to KnowThe European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) is expected to introduce a new pre-travel requirement for nationals of visa-exempt…→
September, 2026Latin America and the future of international arbitrationClaus von Wobeser discusses the evolution of arbitration in Latin America, the development of a new generation of practitioners and the role artificial…Read original publication→
September, 2026Initiative for a Digital Economy Act for Digital and Electronic PaymentsThe initiative seeks to promote the adoption of electronic and digital payment methods, introduce new identification mechanisms and authorize the Ministry…→
September, 2026SENER issues an amendment to the guidelines for the voluntary migration of electricity self-supply and cogeneration permitsSENER amended the Guidelines applicable to the Migration Procedure to extend deadlines and simplify certain technical, contractual and operational…→
September, 2026The Ministry of Energy issues the Hydrocarbons Sector Development Plan 2025-2039On September 7, 2026, the agreement whereby the Ministry of Energy (the “SENER”) issues the Hydrocarbons Sector Development Plan (the “PLADESHi”) was…→
September, 20262027 Economic Package — Key Proposed Tax ReformsOn September 8, 2026, the Federal Executive submitted to the Mexican Congress the Economic Package for fiscal year 2027.→
September, 2026Unauthorized transfers: scope of the judicial criterion and implications for financial institutionsA new judicial criterion reinforces the evidentiary value of Condusef’s technical opinions in disputes involving unauthorized transactions.Read original publication→
September, 2026Claus von Wobeser concludes his tenure as president of ICC MexicoAfter six years of leadership, Claus von Wobeser concludes his tenure at ICC Mexico, where he advanced an agenda focused on legal certainty, integrity and…→
September, 2026VAT and Excise Tax Certification Renewal: Verify Your Authorized Tariff CodesIn recent weeks, the General Administration of Foreign Trade Audit (“AGACE”) of the Mexican Tax Administration Service (“SAT”) has been serving the…→
September, 2026Proposed amendment to the Foreign Investment Law: new national security review mechanismThe proposed amendment would subject certain acquisitions by foreign investors in Mexican companies to prior authorization when they may pose a risk or…→
September, 2026Evolution, governance and innovation in a full-service law firmLuis Burgueño and Diego Sierra share the strategic vision that has guided Von Wobeser y Sierra’s evolution over four decades.Read original publication→
September, 2026New transmission methodology and expedited migration of legacy arrangementsNew guidelines modify transmission charges and migration conditions for permit holders and users operating under legacy arrangements.Read original publication→
August, 2026Von Wobeser y Sierra achieves its strongest result to date in Chambers Latin America 2027Von Wobeser y Sierra achieved its strongest result to date in Chambers Latin America, with 12 ranked practices and 35 individual recognitions across 26 of…Read original publication→
