How do our legal services work?
1. Tell us what you need
from CBR
2. Fill out the quote
form. We’ll send you a quote for the service according to your
company’s needs.
3. Contract our services.
4. Deliver the documents
for your project.
5. If applicable, we’ll
deliver Legal Thermometer ® and Legal Diagnosis.
6. We’ll start the
service.
7. Review the deliverables
and approve them.
8. Constant communication
always.
SMEs
Do I have to hire the service for a certain period?
No, our services do not tie you to a certain period of time,
unless a promotion has been applied.
What is not included in the service?
Unless expressly contracted, our service does not include
procedures that are exclusive to the company representative,
such as visits to authorities or delivery of stationery. Nor
litigation or proceedings before a judge or collection.
What is the limit of hours or consultations that I can make to
the legal team?
Our service is comprehensive, and is designed to grow with you,
so if the volume of work increases, we will agree with you on an
adjustment in the rate to continue supporting you. Our team is
always at your disposal, it is as if you had a lawyer within
your company.
Can you help me with a labor lawsuit?
CBR is a company whose objective is to prevent risks. In the
case that you already have a claim, contact us and we can refer
you to an expert on the subject.
Why is your service so accessible?
Our service is designed to take advantage of efficiencies, your
queries are always handled efficiently by our team of lawyers.
We appreciate that your inquiries are made in time so that our
team does not become saturated.
Entrepreneurs
Are there any additional costs that I should consider?
Depending on the type of company you wish to incorporate, it may
be necessary to pay the fees of the notary, registration in the
Public Registry of Commerce and the cost for each trademark
application depending on what is required as it varies for
certain locations, the cost of the Startup package includes the
notary fee.
How long does it take to set up the company?
In our experience, if the shareholders have their documents
scanned and available, and maintain constant communication, we
are able to set up a company in less than 10 business days, with
your discharge before the SAT. An average of the time required
is 1 month maximum. Therefore, it is extremely important to
maintain constant communication with CBR attorneys.
Once the process is completed, can I invoice?
We deliver the company constituted and registered in the RFC.
Since you have those documents, the first thing you should do is
make an appointment to process the e.signature of the company
and fiscal stamps to invoice. Unfortunately, we cannot do this
procedure as it is something that is required of the legal
representative.
What does the service not include?
Being a starter package, the service includes the delivery of
tailor-made formats for the client. It does not include the
attention of particular matters, for example the negotiation of
contracts with clients, or the preparation of an employment
contract for an employee. Nor does it include the carrying out
procedures before authorities.
Do I need two partners to set up a company?
For a typical company, SA, SAPI, S de RL, SC, AC, a partner is
needed, however, we have a company called SAS, Simplified Stock
Company, which can be established with a single partner.
What are the requirements to constitute a SAS?
You must have a valid E Signature, you must not be a majority
shareholder in other companies and your annual sales must not
exceed $5,000,000 pesos.
Do I have to file statements even if I have no movements?
Yes, a declaration "without movements" is presented.
What information do I need to share to get started?
FIEL (Advanced Electronic Signature issued by the Mexican
government).
What expenses can I deduct?
They have to be related to your activity and its operation.
Are the taxes due?
If they expire on the 17th of each month immediately after the
one declared.
When are taxes due?
17th of each month following the declared
What information do I need to provide monthly?
Bank statements, income and expenses ledger.
Do I have to send the invoices´ PDF?
It is not necessary, we obtain them directly from SAT.
Do your services include Fiscal Strategy?
No, we only keep your tax accounting.
Can you help me pay less taxes?
We help you to ensure your accounting is well done and we make
sure to help you deduct what has to be deducted.
Does your Back Office Accounting service include preparation of
invoices and payments to suppliers?
In the Back Office Accounting service it is not included, but
ask for our administration service.
Do you have an outsourcing service?
CBR is not an outsourcing service, but approach our commercial
team, and they can refer you to providers specialized in this
service.
Is there a limit of hours or consultations that I can make to
the legal team?
Our service is comprehensive, and it is designed to grow with
you, so if the volume of work increases, we will agree with you
on a rate adjustment to continue supporting you. Our team is
always at your disposal, it is as if you had a legal person
within your company.
Can you help me with a labor lawsuit or dispute?
We are company whose objective is to prevent risks. If you
already have a claim, contact us and we can refer you to an
expert on the subject.
Why is your service so accessible?
Our service is designed to take advantage of efficiencies, your
queries are always handled efficiently by our team of lawyers.
We appreciate that your inquiries are made in time so that our
team does not become saturated.
Can you make my payments for me?
Yes, we can, we will need special access to your electronic
banking so we can capture your payments for services, suppliers
and payroll, later on you will have to confirm them.
Can you help me order the expenses information for my business?
We keep a control file where we order the information with data
such as invoice, supplier, amount, date, etc. so that your
accountant has the information as clear as possible.
Do your service include preparation of invoices and payments to
suppliers?
In the Back Office Accounting service it is not included, but
ask for our administration service.
Can you help me identify income?
We can help you keep a record of invoices issued vs income so
that the accounting and collection processes are much simpler.
Can you ask my provider for invoices or send proof of payment?
We can help you in both processes.
Can you do paperwork in my name at the bank?
We cannot carry out direct procedures at the bank, this is
something that only your legal representative or the person
designated can do.
Can you make my payments for me?
If we are provided with special access to the electronic banking
of your company/business we can capture your payments for
services, suppliers and payroll.
Can you help me to order the expeness information in my
business?
We keep a control file where we order the information with data
such as invoice, supplier, amount, date, etc. so that your
accountant has the information as clear as possible.
Can you help me identify income?
We can help you keep a record of invoices issued vs. income for
the accounting and collection processes, it will be much easier.
Can you ask my provider for invoices or send proof of payment?
We can help you in both processes.
Can you do paperwork in my name at the bank?
We cannot carry out direct procedures at the bank, this is
something that only your legal representative or the person
designated can do.
Can you help me collect from my clients?
We send payment reminders to your customers by mail. It is
recommended that someone within the company make the calls,
since direct contact with the customer gives better results.
If I register as an LLC, can I later migrate to a Corp?
Yes, since in the first instance the LLC is considered as a
Default Entity, so that later, if the Taxpayer wishes, it can be
migrated to an S-Corp, C-Corp or Inc, once 75 calendar days have
elapsed from the date of its registration with the State.
Can I set up my LLC without partners, that is, acting only as
Sole Proprietor?
Indeed, the law allows the Taxpayer to register as an LLC which
can have operations with a single member; In this scheme, both
the rights and obligations of the company are managed at the
individual level by the owner. For example, the Annual Tax
Return will be handled as a Natural Person Declaration and not
as Legal Entity.
What is the Sales Tax rate in Texas?
Taxes consist primarily of state, federal, and sales taxes. An
example of the calculation on sales is a combined rate of 6.25%
in the state of Texas plus 2% imposed by some cities in the
state, so it can reach 8.25%.
Can I set up a company in Mexico with foreign partners?
Yes.
What are the requirements to incorporate a company in Mexico
with foreign partners?
a) Tax Address
- They must have a proof of address in the name of one of the
shareholders.
b) If they are a Natural Person
- Full name
- Place and date of birth
- Passport
- Visa or Document proving your legal stay in the country
- Proof of address abroad
- Tax ID
c) If they are a Legal Entity
- Certified copy of the Act of Incorporation (Articles of
Incorporation and ByLaws) apostilled in original and later
translated (The translation can be managed by us, it is quoted
separately).
- Certified copy of Power of Attorney (at the Consulate or
before a Notary) apostilled in original and subsequently
translated. (The translation can be managed by us, it is quoted
separately).
- Proof of residence abroad.
- Full name of the legal representative
- Place and date of birth of the legal representative.
- ID of the legal representative (passport or INE).
- Visa or Document proving your legal stay in the country.
- Proof of address in Mexico.
- Mexican citizens are required to provide their Tax ID (RFC).
- Forgien citizens must provide their Tax ID.
