Understanding the Origins of Economic Analysis of Law in Mexico

This chapter delves into the origins and development of Economic Analysis of Law (EAL) in Mexico, highlighting its emergence in the 1980s amidst deep economic crises and the liberalization of the Mexican economy. It explores the historical context of political economy in Mexico, focusing on the influence of liberalism and socialism on higher education institutions like UNAM and ITAM. The text also examines the role of federal government agencies and the judiciary in the production and application of EAL studies. Additionally, it discusses the barriers to the growth of EAL in Mexico, including language, mathematics, legal traditionalism, and the dominance of Marxist and Keynesian doctrines. The chapter concludes by emphasizing the need for further research to validate the claims and perceptions surrounding EAL in Mexico.