Scope of Work
What our consultancy covers
A detailed look at the organizational support areas we work in — from foundational documents to registry procedures.
A detailed look at the organizational support areas we work in — from foundational documents to registry procedures.
The reglamento interno is the foundational governance document of an ejido or agrarian community. It defines how the community operates: how assemblies are called, what quorum is required, how common lands are used and assigned, what rights and obligations members hold, and what sanctions apply for violations. We assist communities in drafting new reglamentos or reviewing and updating existing ones to ensure they reflect current community practice and are aligned with the Ley Agraria. The process is participatory: the document should reflect what the community actually agrees on, not just what looks correct on paper.
Assembly minutes are the official record of community decisions. For decisions to be recognized by the RAN, by courts, or by other government agencies, they must be documented in a specific way: the date, location, type of assembly, quorum, agenda items, discussions, voting results, and signatures of officers and the RAN delegate where required. We help communities understand what elements are required for different types of assemblies, assist in drafting minutes that meet these requirements, and review existing minutes for completeness.
Each ejidatario's parcel rights should be documented within the ejido's internal registry. This involves identifying which parcels each member holds, confirming that assignments are consistent with assembly records, and ensuring that the internal registry is up to date. We guide communities through the process of reviewing and organizing their parcel records, identifying gaps or inconsistencies, and preparing the documentation needed to address them.
The Registro Agrario Nacional is the federal institution responsible for registering and certifying ejido documentation. Submitting documents to the RAN requires understanding which procedures apply to your situation, what documents are required at each stage, and how to interact with the RAN delegate assigned to your community. We help communities prepare their documentation packages, understand the procedural requirements, and follow up on submissions. We do not act as legal representatives before the RAN — our role is organizational support and preparation.
The Programa de Certificación de Derechos Ejidales y Titulación de Solares (Procede) was a national program that certified parcel rights within ejidos during the 1990s and early 2000s. Many communities have certifications from this program. We help communities understand what their Procede certificates cover, what the implications are for transferring or modifying parcel rights, and how the certifications interact with current RAN procedures. For communities that went through Procede, this orientation helps them make sense of their existing documentation.
Beyond specific documents, we provide broader organizational support: helping communities understand the roles of the Comisariado Ejidal, the Consejo de Vigilancia, and the general assembly; explaining how decisions move from discussion to documentation to registration; and supporting leadership transitions so that incoming officers inherit a clear picture of the community's governance status. This accompaniment is practical and educational in nature.
These services are organizational and consultative. They do not constitute legal representation, legal advice in the professional sense, or notarial services. Matters requiring legal intervention — such as disputes before agrarian tribunals, contract drafting, or notarial acts — require consultation with a licensed attorney or notary public.
Reach out and describe your situation. We can help identify what areas of governance support would be most useful for your community's current needs.
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