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Defense and compliance before federal, state, and municipal authorities
The Administrative Law practice of R&A Asociados advises, represents, and defends individuals and legal entities against acts of authority issued by agencies and entities at all three levels of government. We handle everything from responding to a formal request or an inspection visit to challenging fines, closure orders, and revocations through administrative appeals and administrative litigation, with a procedural strategy defined from the first contact with the authorities.
We combine technical knowledge of sector-specific regulation with procedural strategy so that you or your company comply with applicable regulations and protect your rights before the authorities. This includes advice on licenses, permits, and registrations; handling of environmental, urban development, tourism, health, or commercial inspections; defense before PROFECO (Federal Consumer Protection Agency); and the design of internal protocols that reduce the risk of penalties before they arise.
Services
Defense in proceedings initiated by federal, state, or municipal authorities, from the first official letter to administrative litigation.
Support in day-to-day dealings with government agencies so that you operate with current licenses and permits.
Compliance with the Ley Federal de Protección al Consumidor (Federal Consumer Protection Law, LFPC) and defense before PROFECO for companies that sell to end consumers.
Representation and filings before ministries, city councils, and decentralized agencies, and challenges to their decisions.
Assessment and internal tools to anticipate administrative risks before they turn into penalties.
Services are provided in accordance with applicable law and the analysis of each case.
Who it is for
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Frequently asked questions
The most important thing is to respond within the stated deadline, since deadlines in administrative matters tend to be short and missing them may limit your defense. The firm reviews the document, identifies the authority and the type of proceeding involved, and prepares the corresponding response, evidence, and arguments. We suggest that you schedule a consultation and share the official letter so that we can advise you on the immediate next steps.
As a general rule, yes. Acts of state and municipal authorities, such as fines, closure orders, or license revocations, may be challenged through administrative appeals before the issuing agency itself or through administrative litigation before the competent courts. The appropriate avenue depends on the type of act, the issuing authority, and the applicable deadlines. We will be glad to analyze your case in a consultation to define the most suitable strategy.
We support companies in complying with the Ley Federal de Protección al Consumidor (Federal Consumer Protection Law, LFPC): we review standard-form (adhesion) contracts, terms and conditions, privacy policies, advertising, and promotions, and we represent the company in conciliation proceedings, arbitrations, and inspections before PROFECO. We also design internal protocols to reduce the risk of penalties. If you would like to review your business's situation, you may schedule a consultation with us.
These answers are for guidance only; each case requires individual analysis.
Publications
Practical GuideAdministrative
Operating license, land-use certificate, Civil Protection approval, and sign licenses in Playa del Carmen: requirements, response deadlines, deemed denial, and how to challenge silence.
Article key: Deemed denial. Silence · 3 or 4 months.6 min read
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