Reglamento de la Oficina de la Presidencia de la RepúblicaHogan Lovells BSTL
El Reglamento de la Oficina de la Presidencia de la República establece las unidades administrativas que brindan apoyo directo al Presidente de México. Las unidades clave incluyen la Coordinación de Estrategia Digital Nacional, que desarrolla la estrategia digital del país, y la Coordinación de Ciencia, Tecnología e Innovación, que promueve la investigación científica. El Reglamento también crea un Órgano Interno de Control para supervisar la Oficina de la Presidencia.
La Ley Federal de Responsabilidad Ambiental establece por primera vez el concepto de "daño ambiental" y regula la responsabilidad por dichos daños. La ley aplica a quienes causen pérdida, deterioro o modificación adversa del ambiente y establece esquemas para reparar y compensar el daño ambiental. Además, crea un Fondo Ambiental y contempla un sistema de seguros ambientales.
La reforma constitucional mexicana de 2013 en materia de telecomunicaciones: 1) consagró el derecho de acceso a Internet y servicios de telecomunicaciones; 2) creó el Instituto Federal de Telecomunicaciones y la Comisión Federal de Competencia Económica como órganos autónomos reguladores; y 3) estableció las bases para una legislación secundaria que regulará en más detalle estos sectores en los siguientes 180 días.
Jorge Valdés King, Associate of Barrera Siqueiros y Torres Landa, who excelled in the areas of Civil, Commercial and Family Litigation; developed a comparison between Chapter 11 of the United States Code and Mexico’s Ley de Concursos Mercantiles (LCM), when graduated from the Harvard Law School.
El decreto introduce modificaciones a la Ley Aduanera de México para simplificar trámites, promover la transparencia, y establecer un intercambio electrónico de información entre autoridades. Las enmiendas permitirán el despacho aduanero directo por parte de importadores y exportadores, la creación de representantes legales, y el uso de tecnologías no intrusivas en inspecciones.
Mexico has revamped its competition framework by passing a new Competition Bill. Some of the major changes introduced by the bill include empowering the competition authorities (COFECE and IFT) to remove barriers, determine essential facilities, and order divestment of assets. It also establishes specialized courts to handle competition cases and gives competition authorities expanded investigation and prosecution powers, such as longer dawn raid periods. Additionally, the bill codifies the essential facilities doctrine and allows the government to set maximum prices for certain goods.
- Mexico has vast oil and natural gas reserves, including unconventional resources like shale, but Pemex lacks the technology and experience to fully tap these reserves. Bringing in international oil companies could help Mexico increase production and improve energy security.
- Mexico currently imports refined fuels like gasoline and liquefied natural gas due to insufficient domestic refining and transportation infrastructure, making it vulnerable. The energy reform aims to attract private investment to boost production and processing.
- The reform will not privatize Pemex or allow private ownership of hydrocarbons in the ground, but may permit partnerships where private companies conduct exploration and production activities under new contract terms. This could incentivize more domestic and foreign private investment and technology transfer
Reglamento de la Oficina de la Presidencia de la RepúblicaHogan Lovells BSTL
El Reglamento de la Oficina de la Presidencia de la República establece las unidades administrativas que brindan apoyo directo al Presidente de México. Las unidades clave incluyen la Coordinación de Estrategia Digital Nacional, que desarrolla la estrategia digital del país, y la Coordinación de Ciencia, Tecnología e Innovación, que promueve la investigación científica. El Reglamento también crea un Órgano Interno de Control para supervisar la Oficina de la Presidencia.
La Ley Federal de Responsabilidad Ambiental establece por primera vez el concepto de "daño ambiental" y regula la responsabilidad por dichos daños. La ley aplica a quienes causen pérdida, deterioro o modificación adversa del ambiente y establece esquemas para reparar y compensar el daño ambiental. Además, crea un Fondo Ambiental y contempla un sistema de seguros ambientales.
La reforma constitucional mexicana de 2013 en materia de telecomunicaciones: 1) consagró el derecho de acceso a Internet y servicios de telecomunicaciones; 2) creó el Instituto Federal de Telecomunicaciones y la Comisión Federal de Competencia Económica como órganos autónomos reguladores; y 3) estableció las bases para una legislación secundaria que regulará en más detalle estos sectores en los siguientes 180 días.
Jorge Valdés King, Associate of Barrera Siqueiros y Torres Landa, who excelled in the areas of Civil, Commercial and Family Litigation; developed a comparison between Chapter 11 of the United States Code and Mexico’s Ley de Concursos Mercantiles (LCM), when graduated from the Harvard Law School.
El decreto introduce modificaciones a la Ley Aduanera de México para simplificar trámites, promover la transparencia, y establecer un intercambio electrónico de información entre autoridades. Las enmiendas permitirán el despacho aduanero directo por parte de importadores y exportadores, la creación de representantes legales, y el uso de tecnologías no intrusivas en inspecciones.
Mexico has revamped its competition framework by passing a new Competition Bill. Some of the major changes introduced by the bill include empowering the competition authorities (COFECE and IFT) to remove barriers, determine essential facilities, and order divestment of assets. It also establishes specialized courts to handle competition cases and gives competition authorities expanded investigation and prosecution powers, such as longer dawn raid periods. Additionally, the bill codifies the essential facilities doctrine and allows the government to set maximum prices for certain goods.
- Mexico has vast oil and natural gas reserves, including unconventional resources like shale, but Pemex lacks the technology and experience to fully tap these reserves. Bringing in international oil companies could help Mexico increase production and improve energy security.
- Mexico currently imports refined fuels like gasoline and liquefied natural gas due to insufficient domestic refining and transportation infrastructure, making it vulnerable. The energy reform aims to attract private investment to boost production and processing.
- The reform will not privatize Pemex or allow private ownership of hydrocarbons in the ground, but may permit partnerships where private companies conduct exploration and production activities under new contract terms. This could incentivize more domestic and foreign private investment and technology transfer
The document provides an overview of the mergers and acquisitions market in Mexico in 2012. Some of the key points include:
- The number of M&A deals reported to the Mexican Federal Competition Commission declined from 2011 to 2012. However, this may be due to relaxed reporting thresholds rather than decreased deal activity.
- Significant deals in 2012 included AB InBev's $20 billion acquisition of Grupo Modelo and American Tower Corporation's $500 million acquisition of communication towers from Telefonica Mexico.
- The financial industry saw the most deal activity by value, including IPOs, acquisitions of insurers, and the merger of two large pension fund managers.
- New regulations on money laund
This newsletter issue focuses on signature verification and notarization practices across different legal jurisdictions. It contains several articles on the topic:
- An introductory article proposes modernizing requirements and procedures related to signature verification in cross-border contexts, citing opportunities presented by conventions like the Hague Apostille Convention.
- Several articles then provide overviews of notary practices in different countries, including France, Italy, Mexico, England/Wales, Germany, and Scotland.
- Other articles discuss issues like usage of Swiss notary work in Germany, proposed reforms to U.S. uniform laws on notarial acts, and survey findings on signature verification.
- The issue aims to further the work of the
These amendments to Mexican reorganization and bankruptcy law seek to strengthen the rights of debtors and creditors through new legal concepts that promote more efficient proceedings. Specifically, the amendments aim to 1) avoid indefinite trials like the "Mexicana de Aviación" case, 2) maximize the preservation of companies through "emergency" credits and asset disposal provisions, and 3) adapt the law to current complex business relationships. Key changes include reduced requirements for reorganization, modified bankruptcy settlement agreements, electronic signatures, consolidated proceedings for corporate groups, and increased criminal liability for debtors.
This document provides information about the 2013 Annual Meeting and CLE Conference of the U.S.-Mexico Bar Association. The conference will take place from October 29-31, 2013 in Phoenix, Arizona and will feature panels on topics such as international arbitration, anticorruption practices, immigration, real estate, taxation, energy, and litigation. Keynote speakers will include Senator John McCain and the President of Thunderbird School of Global Management. The conference will include a welcome reception, lunches, and a dinner event. Registration information and fees are provided.
El proyecto de reforma financiera pretende ampliar la competencia en el sector financiero mexicano para fomentar el otorgamiento de créditos más accesibles. Algunos de los puntos clave de la reforma incluyen facilitar los procedimientos para la ejecución de créditos, mejorar el proceso de concurso mercantil para dar mayor protección a los acreedores, establecer un nuevo marco regulatorio para las SOFOM, y fortalecer a la CONDUSEF para mejor proteger los derechos de los usuarios de servicios financieros.
La reforma financiera de México de 2014 tuvo como objetivo ampliar la competencia en el sector financiero, facilitar la ejecución y cobro de créditos para reducir el riesgo en el otorgamiento de préstamos y fomentar préstamos a tasas más accesibles. Para lograr esto, se reformaron 34 leyes y se creó una nueva ley para regular las agrupaciones financieras. Algunos de los cambios clave incluyeron el fortalecimiento de los reguladores financieros, la modernización de las leyes que rigen las instituciones financier
El 13 de junio de 2014, se publicó en el Diario
Oficial de la Federación una serie de reformas
en materia mercantil que buscan mejorar las
funciones legales, administrativas e
institucionales, así como la modernización de
normas jurídicas que regulan a las sociedades
mercantiles. Las reformas y adiciones más
relevantes son las relativas a (i) garantías
mobiliarias (prenda sin transmisión de posesión
y fideicomisos de garantía sobre bienes
muebles e inmuebles); (ii) publicaciones que
deban realizarse conforme a las leyes
mercantiles; (iii) disposiciones relativas a la
constitución y estatutos sociales de las
sociedades mercantiles, así como de la
formalidad de sus actos y acuerdos entre
accionistas de la sociedades anónimas (“SA”);
(iv) disposiciones respecto a obligaciones para
los administradores y comisarios de las SA; (v)
reducción de los porcentajes de minorías en SA
para ejercer ciertos derechos; y (vi)
reconocimiento de pruebas electrónicas en
juicios mercantiles.
This document summarizes rankings and reviews of top intellectual property law firms in Mexico. It discusses several firms that specialize in trademarks, including Arochi, Marroquín & Lindner, SC, Basham, Ringe y Correa SC, Olivares & Cía, SC, Uhthoff Gómez Vega & Uhthoff SC, Calderón y De La Sierra y Cia SC, and Panamericana De Patentes & Marcas SC. It provides details on these firms' practices, key lawyers, and strengths in litigation and prosecution.
Law on spills_in_maritime_zones_to_come_into_force_in_julyHogan Lovells BSTL
The Law on Spills in Mexican Maritime Zones will come into force on July 16, 2014, regulating pollution in Mexico's seas. The law defines spills and dumping that require permits from the Maritime Ministry, such as discharging waste or ballast water from vessels. Applicants must prove spill/dumping is the best disposal alternative and that reuse, recycling, destruction of hazards, or land evacuation were exhausted. Permits specify terms without extension and holders cannot transfer permits. Penalties include suspending or canceling permits and fines from $1,295 to $258,807 depending on the violation. Responsible parties must also repair environmental damage.
Law on spills_in_maritime_zones_to_come_into_force_in_julyHogan Lovells BSTL
The Law on Spills in Mexican Maritime Zones will come into force on July 16, 2014, regulating pollution in Mexico's seas. The law defines spills and dumping that require permits from the Maritime Ministry, such as discharging waste or ballast water from vessels. Applicants must prove they have exhausted options like reuse, recycling, and treatment before being granted permits, which are issued for a specific term. Penalties for violations include permit suspensions, cancellations, and fines from $1,295 to $258,807 depending on the infringement. Responsible parties must also repair any environmental damage caused by spills.
Este documento discute la Responsabilidad Social y Ambiental de las empresas. Explica que la Responsabilidad Social implica que las organizaciones consideren los impactos sociales y ambientales de sus decisiones y sean éticas y transparentes. También cubre los principios de la guía NMX-SAST-26000-INMC-2011 sobre Responsabilidad Social. Si bien las empresas han avanzado al implementar prácticas de Responsabilidad Social, el documento argumenta que es necesario ir más allá del cumplimiento legal y lograr un verdadero cambio en la sociedad.
The International Comparative Legal Guide to: Data Protection 2014Hogan Lovells BSTL
The document provides an overview of data protection laws and regulations in Mexico. It discusses the key Mexican data protection legislation, the Federal Law on Protection of Personal Data held by Private Parties, and the relevant regulatory authority, the Federal Institute for Access to Public Information and Data Protection. Some of the main principles that apply under Mexican data protection law include obtaining consent, ensuring data quality, providing information to individuals, lawful basis for processing, and purpose limitation. Individuals have rights such as access, rectification, cancellation and objection relating to the processing of their personal data. Mexico does not require registration or notification with the data protection authority.
Luthra & Luthra, an Indian law firm, and Barrera Siqueiros Torres Landa, a Mexican law firm, have established successful pro bono programs. Luthra & Luthra takes pro bono cases involving animal conservation and health services. Barrera Siqueiros hired a full-time employee to coordinate its pro bono efforts and sees social responsibility as paramount. Both firms incorporate pro bono work into normal hours to encourage participation without losing billable time. In 2013, over 96% of Barrera Siqueiros' lawyers worked on pro bono projects, and the firm saw a 131% increase in pro bono hours between 2012 and 2013. The document provides tips for starting a
The document provides an overview of the mergers and acquisitions market in Mexico in 2012. Some of the key points include:
- The number of M&A deals reported to the Mexican Federal Competition Commission declined from 2011 to 2012. However, this may be due to relaxed reporting thresholds rather than decreased deal activity.
- Significant deals in 2012 included AB InBev's $20 billion acquisition of Grupo Modelo and American Tower Corporation's $500 million acquisition of communication towers from Telefonica Mexico.
- The financial industry saw the most deal activity by value, including IPOs, acquisitions of insurers, and the merger of two large pension fund managers.
- New regulations on money laund
This newsletter issue focuses on signature verification and notarization practices across different legal jurisdictions. It contains several articles on the topic:
- An introductory article proposes modernizing requirements and procedures related to signature verification in cross-border contexts, citing opportunities presented by conventions like the Hague Apostille Convention.
- Several articles then provide overviews of notary practices in different countries, including France, Italy, Mexico, England/Wales, Germany, and Scotland.
- Other articles discuss issues like usage of Swiss notary work in Germany, proposed reforms to U.S. uniform laws on notarial acts, and survey findings on signature verification.
- The issue aims to further the work of the
These amendments to Mexican reorganization and bankruptcy law seek to strengthen the rights of debtors and creditors through new legal concepts that promote more efficient proceedings. Specifically, the amendments aim to 1) avoid indefinite trials like the "Mexicana de Aviación" case, 2) maximize the preservation of companies through "emergency" credits and asset disposal provisions, and 3) adapt the law to current complex business relationships. Key changes include reduced requirements for reorganization, modified bankruptcy settlement agreements, electronic signatures, consolidated proceedings for corporate groups, and increased criminal liability for debtors.
This document provides information about the 2013 Annual Meeting and CLE Conference of the U.S.-Mexico Bar Association. The conference will take place from October 29-31, 2013 in Phoenix, Arizona and will feature panels on topics such as international arbitration, anticorruption practices, immigration, real estate, taxation, energy, and litigation. Keynote speakers will include Senator John McCain and the President of Thunderbird School of Global Management. The conference will include a welcome reception, lunches, and a dinner event. Registration information and fees are provided.
El proyecto de reforma financiera pretende ampliar la competencia en el sector financiero mexicano para fomentar el otorgamiento de créditos más accesibles. Algunos de los puntos clave de la reforma incluyen facilitar los procedimientos para la ejecución de créditos, mejorar el proceso de concurso mercantil para dar mayor protección a los acreedores, establecer un nuevo marco regulatorio para las SOFOM, y fortalecer a la CONDUSEF para mejor proteger los derechos de los usuarios de servicios financieros.
La reforma financiera de México de 2014 tuvo como objetivo ampliar la competencia en el sector financiero, facilitar la ejecución y cobro de créditos para reducir el riesgo en el otorgamiento de préstamos y fomentar préstamos a tasas más accesibles. Para lograr esto, se reformaron 34 leyes y se creó una nueva ley para regular las agrupaciones financieras. Algunos de los cambios clave incluyeron el fortalecimiento de los reguladores financieros, la modernización de las leyes que rigen las instituciones financier
El 13 de junio de 2014, se publicó en el Diario
Oficial de la Federación una serie de reformas
en materia mercantil que buscan mejorar las
funciones legales, administrativas e
institucionales, así como la modernización de
normas jurídicas que regulan a las sociedades
mercantiles. Las reformas y adiciones más
relevantes son las relativas a (i) garantías
mobiliarias (prenda sin transmisión de posesión
y fideicomisos de garantía sobre bienes
muebles e inmuebles); (ii) publicaciones que
deban realizarse conforme a las leyes
mercantiles; (iii) disposiciones relativas a la
constitución y estatutos sociales de las
sociedades mercantiles, así como de la
formalidad de sus actos y acuerdos entre
accionistas de la sociedades anónimas (“SA”);
(iv) disposiciones respecto a obligaciones para
los administradores y comisarios de las SA; (v)
reducción de los porcentajes de minorías en SA
para ejercer ciertos derechos; y (vi)
reconocimiento de pruebas electrónicas en
juicios mercantiles.
This document summarizes rankings and reviews of top intellectual property law firms in Mexico. It discusses several firms that specialize in trademarks, including Arochi, Marroquín & Lindner, SC, Basham, Ringe y Correa SC, Olivares & Cía, SC, Uhthoff Gómez Vega & Uhthoff SC, Calderón y De La Sierra y Cia SC, and Panamericana De Patentes & Marcas SC. It provides details on these firms' practices, key lawyers, and strengths in litigation and prosecution.
Law on spills_in_maritime_zones_to_come_into_force_in_julyHogan Lovells BSTL
The Law on Spills in Mexican Maritime Zones will come into force on July 16, 2014, regulating pollution in Mexico's seas. The law defines spills and dumping that require permits from the Maritime Ministry, such as discharging waste or ballast water from vessels. Applicants must prove spill/dumping is the best disposal alternative and that reuse, recycling, destruction of hazards, or land evacuation were exhausted. Permits specify terms without extension and holders cannot transfer permits. Penalties include suspending or canceling permits and fines from $1,295 to $258,807 depending on the violation. Responsible parties must also repair environmental damage.
Law on spills_in_maritime_zones_to_come_into_force_in_julyHogan Lovells BSTL
The Law on Spills in Mexican Maritime Zones will come into force on July 16, 2014, regulating pollution in Mexico's seas. The law defines spills and dumping that require permits from the Maritime Ministry, such as discharging waste or ballast water from vessels. Applicants must prove they have exhausted options like reuse, recycling, and treatment before being granted permits, which are issued for a specific term. Penalties for violations include permit suspensions, cancellations, and fines from $1,295 to $258,807 depending on the infringement. Responsible parties must also repair any environmental damage caused by spills.
Este documento discute la Responsabilidad Social y Ambiental de las empresas. Explica que la Responsabilidad Social implica que las organizaciones consideren los impactos sociales y ambientales de sus decisiones y sean éticas y transparentes. También cubre los principios de la guía NMX-SAST-26000-INMC-2011 sobre Responsabilidad Social. Si bien las empresas han avanzado al implementar prácticas de Responsabilidad Social, el documento argumenta que es necesario ir más allá del cumplimiento legal y lograr un verdadero cambio en la sociedad.
The International Comparative Legal Guide to: Data Protection 2014Hogan Lovells BSTL
The document provides an overview of data protection laws and regulations in Mexico. It discusses the key Mexican data protection legislation, the Federal Law on Protection of Personal Data held by Private Parties, and the relevant regulatory authority, the Federal Institute for Access to Public Information and Data Protection. Some of the main principles that apply under Mexican data protection law include obtaining consent, ensuring data quality, providing information to individuals, lawful basis for processing, and purpose limitation. Individuals have rights such as access, rectification, cancellation and objection relating to the processing of their personal data. Mexico does not require registration or notification with the data protection authority.
Luthra & Luthra, an Indian law firm, and Barrera Siqueiros Torres Landa, a Mexican law firm, have established successful pro bono programs. Luthra & Luthra takes pro bono cases involving animal conservation and health services. Barrera Siqueiros hired a full-time employee to coordinate its pro bono efforts and sees social responsibility as paramount. Both firms incorporate pro bono work into normal hours to encourage participation without losing billable time. In 2013, over 96% of Barrera Siqueiros' lawyers worked on pro bono projects, and the firm saw a 131% increase in pro bono hours between 2012 and 2013. The document provides tips for starting a
BSTL es un despacho líder en México con 65 años de experiencia que ha recibido numerosos reconocimientos internacionales por su excelencia. Ha sido reconocido por publicaciones como Chambers Global, Chambers Latin America, Latin Lawyer 250 y CorporateINTL Global Awards por su servicio de alta calidad. Varias de sus áreas de práctica y socios también han recibido distinciones de publicaciones legales por su liderazgo y experiencia.
Subcontratación: Nuevo criterio de la Junta Federal de Conciliación y Arbitraje.Hogan Lovells BSTL
En Abril de 2014 la Junta Federal de Conciliación y Arbitraje emitió un nuevo criterio en relación a la subcontratación (el “Criterio”), el cual se encuentra en el mismo sentido de las opiniones que en esta materia hemos venido emitiendo.
Los nuevos alcances legales de la reforma en el sector, así como el funcionamiento de tribunales especializados en telecomunicaciones podrían abrir la puerta a la resolución de los procesos legales en un menor tiempo. Pero aún hay figuras que amenazan esta promesa.
Este documento propone una reforma a la Ley Federal de Competencia Económica de México para fortalecer las autoridades reguladoras Cofece e IFT y modernizar la política de competencia. Algunos de los principales cambios propuestos incluyen dar más poder a Cofece/IFT para eliminar barreras, determinar insumos esenciales y ordenar desincorporación de activos; establecer tribunales especializados en la Ciudad de México; y crear una estructura orgánica balanceada entre las funciones investigadoras, persecutorias y
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The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.