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Mexican Law/Expert Profile
Expertise
I can respond to any question related to Mexican Law and common business practices in Mexico. I can also compare and contrast between the American and Mexican legal systems.
Experience in the area
Licenciatura en Derecho from the Universidad del Golfo en Cordoba, Veracruz. (Cedula Profesional No. 5713238) Maestria en Derecho from the Universidad de Cristobal Colon en Veracruz, Veracruz. (Cedula Professional No. 6358321) Currently a Candidate for a Doctorado en Derecho from the Universidad de Cristobal Colon. 5 years of litigation experience in Mexico.
Education/Credentials
Bachelors in Electronic Engineering, California Polytechnic State Univ. Juris Doctor, Concord University in Los Angeles Licenciatura en Derecho, Universidad del Golfo, Mexico Maestria en Derecho, Universidad de Cristobal Colon, Mexico Doctorado en Derecho (In Progress), Universidad de Cristobal Colon, Mexico
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
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| Diane | 06/02/13 | 10 | 10 | 10 | It was amazing and much appreciated the ..... |
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| Rogelio | 05/14/13 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Nancy | 05/14/13 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Mr. Ward has been wonderfully helpful - ..... |
| Nancy | 05/12/13 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much, you're very, very ..... |
Recent Answers from John Lee Ward
2013-06-02 Divorce in Mexico City by Proxy:
Dear Diane, If there are no minor children, a simplified divorce administrative divorce is available which does not involve going to Court. One or both of the parties can be represented by others with
2013-06-02 Divorce in Mexico City by Proxy:
Dear Diane, Your boyfriend can get a Poder Notarial (power of attorney) issued by any Mexican Consulate. It will cost about US$100.00. However, he needs to select a lawyer (or other person) in Mexico
2013-05-12 statute of limitations for murder:
Dear Nancy, While in Mexico, Bob is protected by the Mexican Constitution and the International Treaties to which Mexico is a party. He now has no protections based on his US Citizenship. Because he
2013-05-11 statute of limitations for murder:
Dear Nancy, The classifications for murder are not exactly analogous in US Law and Mexican Law. However, Homocidio simple is what would normally be manslaughter in the US. Homocidio calificado is
2013-05-08 statute of limitations for murder:
Dear Nancy, Yes, there is a statute of limitations for all crimes in Mexico. It varies state by state. Typically the time is the same as the maximum prison term for the crime in question. These rules
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