Derek M. Woodhouse Saavedra
About Derek M. Woodhouse Saavedra
Derek M. Woodhouse Saavedra is a lawyer based in Mexico City, MX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Mexico™ since 2015. Derek M. Woodhouse Saavedra is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Mexico City, Mexico
- Banking and Finance Law
- Energy Law
- Project Finance and Development Practice
Current Firm: CMS Woodhouse Lorente Ludlow SC
Location: Mexico City, MX
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PRACTICE AREAS Human Capital, Tax Consulting & Litigation and Inmigration ASSOCIATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS National Association of Corporate Counsel (ANADE); Former Chair of the Tax Committee. International Fiscal Association (IFA). Mexican Bar Association (Barra Mexicana, Colegio de Abogados). Association of Mexican Public Accountants (Colegio de Contadores Públicos de Mexico); International Tax Committee. Mexican-Brazilian Chamber of Commerce (CAMEBRA); Board Member. Mexican-French ...
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