Santamarina y Steta S.C.

Who we areOur identity hallmark is being the most effective and committed partner for our client's projects. As legal experts in Mexico, we understand our client's circumstances from a local and global perspective. We develop strategic solutions that translate into successful results for our clients. We have alliances with independent firms in more than 60 countries with a strong portfolio of national and international clients. Get to know usExperience: For 75 years, we have achieved recognition in the legal sector and the business and corporate field of Mexico. Talent. Our team of highly-qualified partners and associates closely collaborate to achieve our client's goals. Innovation. New intelligence and technology tools with a customer-centric mindset enable us to design tailored strategies for each client's project and needs. Commitment At the center of our projects, we place environmental, social, and corporate responsibility. Our teamWe are a talented team of experts committed to different practice areas throughout Mexico. Our efforts focus on human quality, social conscience, responsibility, justice, tolerance, and respect.We are supported by75 years of experience·        40 practice areas·        24 partners ·        6 counsels ·        70 lawyers ·        39 law clerks Multidisciplinary Focus Through a strategic network of contacts, we provide legal advice to national and international clients in different practice areas in their trajectories both inside and outside Mexico. Our sensitivity allows us to identify the working style and philosophies of investors and professionals worldwide, shaping efforts to customize successful solutions. Insertion into the global economy has led us to develop strong alliances with independent firms in more than 60 countries. These alliances are distinguished by the high-quality standards of their members, who are experts in their business community and have a thorough knowledge of local authorities, practices, and laws.Our clientsWe represent and advise a diverse group of individuals, corporations, companies, banks, financial institutions, and governmental and non-profit organizations with domestic and international interests. Our business partners include Fortune 500 companies. Our experience is focused on advising multinational companies that work in a coordinated and efficient manner with their Mexican subsidiaries and their headquarters or regional offices. In such a way, they can have a strategic vision focused on Mexico without losing sight of the client's global or international interests.

Recent Firm News & Legal Updates

Member Firm News
November 21, 2024

Santamarina y Steta (Mexico) celebrated a decade of success at its Querétaro office with a special event featuring the Governor of Querétaro and distinguished guests. The occasion highlighted the firm's contributions to the region's growth and investment opportunities.
Wlg | Impact Mexico
October 18, 2024

Santamarina + Steta launched two major recycling campaigns in 2024: Reciclatón 2024 (June 17 - July 5) collected 3 tons of e-waste, recycling plastics, metals, and batteries in partnership with E-waste services. Recolección Verde (July 30 - August 21) gathered 15 kg of donated and recycled clothing, repurposing it into products like...
Wlg | Impact Mexico
July 4, 2024

Each year, 900.000 tons of electronic waste are generated in Mexico. Its careful and responsible management is essential for the conservation of the environment.
Member Firm News Mexico
May 13, 2024

A snapshot of the political environment and potential for international collaborations in Mexico, shared at the 2024 regional conference.
Member Firm News Mexico
November 29, 2023

Mexico has established legal, accounting, and regulatory systems consistent with international norms and has improved nine places since 2017 in the Transparency International Corruption Perception Index. Paired with its competitive labor and manufacturing costs, this makes it a favourable country for foreign investment. Learn more about the...

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