About US
MC Law Firm | Abogados is a pioneering boutique law firm established in 2014, dedicated to providing comprehensive legal services in both Mexico and Canada. We are the first firm of our kind, offering expert guidance in Spanish and English to individuals and businesses operating across these two countries led by Luis Guillermo Cruz Rico, JD, FLC, LL.M.
Mr. Luis Guillermo Cruz Rico is a highly respected Mexican an Canadian lawyer with over 25 years of legal expertise. Mr. Cruz Rico was born in Mexico City and having moved to Canada in 2005, he holds legal licenses in both countries. This dual qualification enables him to assist his clients to navigate the differences between these two legal systems, offering tailored services to clients who need expertise in either or both jurisdictions.
Born and raised in Mexico, I bring a deep understanding of Mexican culture and law, combined with the knowledge and experience gained from making Toronto my home since 2005. As a proud member of a Mexican and Canadian family, I appreciate the richness of both worlds and the unique challenges that come with navigating between them. Licensed to practice law in both Mexico and Canada, I am committed to helping my clients overcome barriers of language, culture, and legal systems. With a focus on criminal law, extradition, enforcing foreign judgments, human rights, immigration law, and trade and business, I deliver solutions tailored to my clients’ unique needs. My goal is to be a reliable partner in their legal journey, ensuring transparency, accountability, and exceptional service.
Luis Guillermo Cruz Rico, JD, FLC, LL.M.
Why Choose Us
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Dual Expertise: Our lawyers possess a profound knowledge of Mexican and Canadian law, enabling us to navigate complex legal matters with precision and efficiency.
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Bilingual Services: We offer seamless communication in both Spanish and English, ensuring that our clients receive clear and effective legal advice.
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Personalized Attention: We pride ourselves on providing personalized attention to each client, tailoring our services to meet their specific needs and goals.
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Extensive Network: Our extensive network of legal professionals in Mexico and Canada allows us to connect our clients with the resources they need for success.
Our Services
Cross-border Defence
Cross-border cases, including Criminal defence, extradition, transfer of prisoner, enforcing international judgements and documents.
Canadian Law
We are devoted to assist professionals, business people and investors from Mexico, and Spanish speaking countries, in business immigration, human rights, business and corporate law and criminal defence.
Mexican Law
Since 2007 we have been assisting Canadians with their legal needs in Mexico, from having a soft-landing for retirement, business investment or leisure; to legal defence and representation. including to fight back timeshare scams.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn how we can assist you.
Whether you are a Canadian seeking opportunities in Mexico or a Mexican looking to expand your business in Canada, MC Law Firm | Abogados is your trusted partner.
Our team of experienced lawyers is dedicated to helping you achieve your legal objectives and navigate the complexities of cross-border transactions.
Our coordinates
416-479-3396
info@mclawoffice.ca
120 Adelaide W, 2500-120, Toronto, ON, Canada, M5H1T1
Mon-Fri 9:00AM - 5:00PM
By Appointment Only
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FAQs
How a Mexican Canadian Lawyer can help me?
Legal systems and traditions in Mexico and Canada are quite different. The Mexican system is based on codified law and the Canadian system is based on common law/precedents. You need a lawyer licensed and experienced in both Mexican and Canadian law to identify issues and differences in order to avoid unnecessary mistakes and expenses. It is also important to ensure items are properly enforceable and structured to operate as intended in both jurisdictions.
When should I hire a Mexican Canadian lawyer?
You should hire a Mexican Canadian lawyer when you have legal needs Mexico. Generally speaking, when you need legal advice, defence or representation; particularly, when you are buying or selling real estate, dealing with timeshare scams or fraud or when you are starting a business.
What is the main difference between hiring a Mexican Canadian Lawyer in Canada vs a local counsel in Mexico?
Two main differences are insurance and ongoing professional education requirements. Insurance requirements are an important difference between Mexico and Canada; lawyers in Mexico are NOT required to have insurance to practice law. A Canadian Lawyer and foreign legal consultant must hold an insurance policy to cover errors and omissions. By hiring MC Law you get the peace of mind of being backed by a lawyer who carries such an insurance policy. In Canada a lawyer must complete a certain amount of Continuing Professional Development, ensuring that MC Law is current on recent legal topics and ethics items.
Why Should I Hire a Mexican Canadian Lawyer?
If you hire MC Law you have over 24 years of experience on your side with unique expertise on the differences in the law, the legal systems, as well as the cultural and language differences. Additionally you will not need to engage two or more counsels and can avoid hiring translators saving both time and money
Is a Mexican Canadian Lawyer able to assist me to grant a POA or Will and Testament to be effective in Mexico?
Yes, MC Law is BOTH a Mexican Canadian lawyer and a foreign legal consultant. We can assist you in drafting powers of attorney and wills & testaments that can be executed, effective and enforceable in Mexico.
Who can provide legal services in accordance with the laws of Mexico in Ontario?
Only a legal professional authorized by the Law Society of Ontario is allowed to provide legal services pursuant LSO By-Law 14
Do you provide free consultation?
Due to the complexity and sophistication of dealing with legal matters in a foreign jurisdiction like Mexico, no free consultation is available. We charge an initial consultation fee, however, if you decide to retain our services within 10 days after your consult, your payment will be fully credited towards your legal fees.