October 2021

Determining the appropriate corporate structure for a U.S. entity with international owners involves factors such as limiting liability, tax considerations and often specific requirements for U.S. immigration and visa needs. A planning phase is advisable for foreign parties, which planning involves the participation of U.S. corporate counsel, accountants and fiscals advisors from both the U.S.

In accordance with the recent amendment to Mexico’s Federal Labor Law in regard to outsourcing, entities or individuals who obtain a Specialized Service Provider or Specialized Work Registration (“REPSE” for its acronym in Spanish) must refrain from performing any work related to the principal business activity of the beneficiary of such services or work. They