Mexico law firms and lawyers

The law of Mexico is based on the Constitution of Mexico and follows the civil law tradition, influenced by Roman law.

The Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation, locally called the 'Suprema Corte de Justicia de la Nación' is the highest court in Mexico.

Mexico does not have a mandatory bar association which regulates or represents the legal profession in Mexico. However, there are few nationwide voluntary bar associations in Mexico.

A Mexican lawyer licensed to practice law in Mexico must have obtained a practice certificate known as a 'Cédula Profesional' and be registered with the Ministry of Public Education, General Office of Professions (Dirección General de Profesiones).