Sánchez Devanny's life sciences practice has a prestigious client list across pharmaceuticals, chemicals, cosmetics, tobacco, and the food and beverage industry. The practice assists businesses (both domestically and abroad) from the manufacturing stages through to the preparation of products for sale in Mexico or for exportation. The department is co-led by José Alberto Campos-Vargas, who has strong experience in this area, particularly as regards regulatory matters, international trade and administrative litigation; and Juan Luis Serrano, who acts in IP matters for life sciences clients, as well as on government procurement matters. Senior associate María Luisa Mendoza stands out for international trade matters in the life sciences space. Significantly, the firm is currently involved in a merger process that would see it become part of Garrigues Mexico.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘A first-class team that manages to provide excellent service in a timely manner.’

  • ‘Juan Luis Serrano is a lawyer who has sufficient experience and knowledge in the matter and who also understands the needs and way of thinking of the company.’

  • ‘Without a doubt, the practice has been consolidating and has gained important spaces within the industry. It is important to maintain presence at events but equally important is to obtain the trust of clients and without a doubt Sánchez Devanny has been achieving this little by little but with more and more large clients.’

  • ‘Juan Luis Serrano has proven to have enough experience to resolve issues in the important pharmaceutical industry, his resume speaks for itself and the results are palpable. I consider it important to continue building relationships and communication with clients regarding experiences and possible present and future issues to address.’

  • ‘It is a highly dynamic and creative team.’

  • ‘Creativity, diversity, business empathy.’

  • ‘Sanchez Devanny's service is excellent, the level of their knowledge is up to the needs of the company.’

  • ‘First-rate opinion and immediate availability.’

Key clients

  • FEMSA-KOF
  • Melaleuca
  • Procter & Gamble
  • L’Oreal
  • AstraZeneca
  • British American Tobacco
  • Teva
  • Avantor Performance Materials
  • Yanbal
  • Asofarma-Grupo Admium

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

José Alberto Campos-Vargas, Juan Luis Serrano