Connect with Our Trusted Experts in Legal Services and Immigration
Guy Courchesne
A trusted expert in immigration, with over 10 years of experience guiding more than 1,000 individuals through their journeys to a new life. Renowned for his expertise and dedication, he is highly recommended by countless members of the foreigner community. As the admin of the thriving Querétaro Expats Facebook group with over 22,000 members, Guy is a pillar of support and a go-to resource for those seeking a smooth transition to Mexico.
Contact him at: courchesneguy@gmail.com
Immigration Consulting
Héctor Madera
Director at Madera y Santana | Certified Public Accountant and Tax Attorney
With over a decade of experience, I specialize in providing comprehensive accounting, tax, and legal advisory services to both businesses and entrepreneurs. As the founder and director of Madera y Santana, established more than 11 years ago, our firm is dedicated to delivering strategic tax planning, ensuring compliance with tax obligations, and offering robust legal defense before tax authorities.
Throughout the years, we've had the privilege of collaborating with a diverse clientele, both within Mexico and internationally. Our commitment lies in offering tailored, holistic solutions that ensure legal certainty and fiscal efficiency.
I am an alumnus of the University of Guadalajara, holding degrees in Accounting from the Center for Economic and Administrative Sciences and in Law from the Center for Social Sciences and Humanities.
My professional approach is grounded in unwavering ethics, continuous learning, and a steadfast commitment to achieving optimal results for our clients
Contact him at: hector@maderaysantana.com
Tax Attorney - Business Consulting
Daniel Velarde
Founder of Velarde Law, Distinguished Criminal Defense Attorney for Expats and Foreign Nationals
With nearly 30 years of legal practice in both Mexico and the United States, Daniel Velarde, founder of Velarde Law, is a distinguished criminal defense attorney recognized for his strategic insight and cross-border expertise. His extensive courtroom experience, combined with a deep understanding of both legal systems, allows him to deliver precise, effective representation to clients facing complex legal matters in Mexico.
He earned his law degree from the Universidad del Valle de México in 1996 and later obtained his Juris Doctor from San Joaquin College of Law in California, where he was recognized for academic excellence and trial advocacy. Early in his career, he gained substantial courtroom experience in the United States, including participation in a complex multi-defendant criminal trial. Upon returning to Mexico, he served as a legal advisor within the Office of the Attorney General, working alongside Dr. Raúl Cervantes Andrade, and played a key role in training federal prosecutors during the country’s transition to the oral adversarial criminal justice system. He further enhanced his specialization by earning a Master’s degree in Federal Criminal Prosecutions from INACIPE.
Mr. Velarde later served as a prosecutor in Mexico City, where he led significant criminal investigations and developed a comprehensive understanding of prosecutorial strategy. Today, he represents international clients throughout Mexico, drawing on his unique combination of defense, advisory, and prosecutorial experience to anticipate legal challenges and deliver sophisticated defense strategies. His ability to navigate complex legal environments with precision and discretion positions him as a trusted advisor for clients requiring high-level representation in Mexico.
Contact him at: daniel@mexicodefenseattorney.com
