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Sainz Abogados Offices
BOULEVARD MANUEL AVILA CAMACHO 24 PISO 21
COL. LOMAS DE CHAPULTEPEC
11000 CIUDAD DE MÉXICO
Mexico
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Sainz Abogados > The Legal 500 Rankings
Mexico > Bankruptcy and restructuring Tier 1
Sainz Abogados houses a strong bankruptcy and restructuring practice which is praised as having a ‘deep knowledge of the Mexican insolvency system’ and a ‘great combination of deal-making and litigation capacity in cross-border restructurings’. Combining transactional and litigation expertise, the team of ‘true experts’ offers assistance on in-court and out-of-court bankruptcy and restructuring proceedings, cross-border reorganisations and insolvency procedures, concurso proceedings and workouts. At the helm of the group, ‘elite insolvency lawyer with a world class cross-border practice’ Alejandro Sainz has led on some of the market’s most significant bankruptcy and restructuring matters of recent years (including Unifin Financiera, Alpha Credit, Oro Negro, Aeroméxico). Daniel Díaz Álvarez takes care of commercial litigation, concursos mercantiles, shareholders’ conflicts and public work disputes both on behalf of and against government bodies; ‘brilliant insolvency tactician’ Santiago Alessio focuses on corporate reorganisations, M&A, restructurings and bankruptcy; and Rodrigo Guaida, described by one client as ‘a star in the making with great commercial sense’, handles restructurings, corporate governance and M&A. Gabriela Avendaño was promoted to partner in January 2023; and Yoare Heredia is the name to note at associate level. Since publication, the firm has been notably strengthened with the arrival of an eight-strong group from Gonzalez Calvillo, including specialists in banking and finance, corporate and M&A, competition, and energy and projects - effective as of April 2024.Practice head(s):
Alejandro Sainz
Testimonials
‘Sainz Abogados is one of the few firms in Mexico that are real experts in the restructuring area. While there is a large pool of talented lawyers at the firm, Alejandro Sainz is the key individual.’
‘Sainz Abogados, through the partners Alejandro Saínz and Santiago Alessio Robles, provide us with personalized advice according to our needs and have great knowledge and experience in corporate restructuring.’
‘Alejandro Sainz stands out in the restructuring practice in Mexico for his imaginative approach to complicated issues and his long-standing expertise in this area.’
‘Deep knowledge of the Mexican insolvency system; great combination of deal-making and litigation capacity in cross-border restructurings.’
‘Alejandro Sainz is an elite insolvency lawyer with a world class cross-border practice; Santiago Alessio Robles is a brilliant insolvency tactician; Rodrigo Guaida is a star in the making with great commercial sense.’
Key clients
Grupo Aeroméxico
Ad hoc group of Bondholders of Oro Negro
Nokia (Altán Redes)
Isolux de México
Alpha Credit
Ad hoc group of Bondholders of Crédito Real
Unifin Financiera
Work highlights
- Represented Grupo Aeroméxico and its subsidiaries in its cross-border corporate and financial restructuring.
- Advised Nokia, the main service provider to Altán Redes, on the latter’s concurso mercantil proceedings.
- Advised Isolux de México on its concurso mercantil proceedings.
Mexico > Corporate and M&A Tier 4
Built upon the twin-pillars of core litigation and transactional practices, Sainz Abogados is best known for its strength in bankruptcy and restructuring matters; nevertheless it has considerable corporate and M&A capacity that was notably boosted with the incorporation of Hugo López Coll in early 2022. The 13-strong team advises clients from a broad array of industries (including aviation, banking, biotech, construction, energy, finance, gaming, hospitality, insurance, mining, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, real estate, IT and transportation) on domestic and cross-border corporate transactions (including corporate restructurings, M&As and joint ventures) along with associated antitrust issues, governance matters and corporate compliance. Practice head Octavio L Hernandez handles both corporate/M&A and financing matters and also has considerable private equity experience. Name partner Alejandro Sainz is also active in the finance and M&A sectors, with his market leading bankruptcy and restructuring experience giving him additional insight and expertise in both areas. Further partner-level engagement is provided by Santiago Alessio Robles, a corporate reorganisations specialist who also handles M&A matters; while the above mentioned López Coll (who is dual-qualified in New York and Mexico) focuses on M&A, private equity, capital markets, and regulatory and compliance matters, along with internal investigations and shareholder disputes. At associate level, Daniela Alcázar is a corporate and M&A-dedicated practitioner, while Lucía Laganá handles corporate finance matters as part of her broader practice. Since publication, the team has been substantially boosted by the arrival of established corporate, transactional and finance partner José Victor Torres Gómez and counsel Rosa Elena Coto, members of a more sizeable group that arrived from Gonzalez Calvillo in April 2024.Practice head(s):
Octavio L. Hernández
Testimonials
‘There are only three firms in Mexico that are real experts in the restructuring area. Sainz Abogados is one of those three key firms. While there is a large pool of talented lawyers at the firm, Alejandro Sainz is the key individual.’
‘Alejandro Sainz stands out in the restructuring practice in Mexico for his imaginative approach to complicated issues and his long-standing expertise in this area.’
‘The Sainz Abogados team that has assisted us for approximately two and a half years is different from other law firms in that they have always managed to fully understand what the company needs and what we have requested of them. The same has not happened to us with other offices that carry out documents or work that do not provide solutions to our needs and problems. The Sainz team is also a team that accompanies the company, acting as part of it until the goal is achieved.’
‘Their good treatment, firmness and the respect with which they conduct themselves has made the counterparties with whom we have dealt (mainly banks) feel confident and agreements have been reached. We are very grateful to the Sainz team, because they have not only accompanied us but also guided us in recent years and thanks to them, we have been able to move the company forward, despite the difficult times that the country is experiencing.’
Key clients
Grupo Aeromexico
AuHaus
Grupo Fabril de la Moda
Financiera Auxi
Grupo Coppel
Veritiv Corporation
CRM Synergies
Work highlights
- Represented Grupo Aeroméxico in a transaction to obtain full control over the Club Premier loyalty program.
- Advised the majority shareholders of AuHaus on an M&A transaction in which they sold their participation to an SPV funded by the Riverstone Fund.
- Assisted Grupo Fabril de la Moda with the structuring of a transaction to cover debt and obtain working capital, in exchange of a 40% equity participation.
Mexico > Labour and employment Tier 4
Sainz Abogados is frequently instructed on contentious labour law matters that range from litigation to the termination of unionised employees. The team is also active on labour due diligence processes and other matters relating to transactions, and is also the counsel of choice for various companies regarding their day-to-day navigation of the employment regulatory landscape in Mexico. Alejandro Nila leads the department and is primarily focused on the labour strategy and social security aspects of the practice. Associate Omar Zayas concentrates on litigation and other contentious matters, as does fellow associate Marcela Bojorge.Practice head(s):
Alejandro Nila
Testimonials
‘They provide an excellent service, their answers are always of very good quality and they meet the required times.’
‘Very professional lawyers, who know their subject matter, and always offer the best recommendations in labor terms.’
‘Management of complex litigation in labor matters.’
‘The commitment to the cause they take up. They think outside the box, looking for ways to improve the legal position they defend.’
Key clients
GFSI Southwest
Puratos
McCain Foods
New Fortress Energy
Veritiv
Westrock / Victory Packaging
Delta Airlines
Hanesbrands
FTI Consulting
LTI Mindtree
BI Worldwide
Rush Street Interactive
Work highlights
- Advising GFSI Southwest on all its collective labour negotiations and employment matters in Mexico.
- Acting for Puratos in challenging a resolution issued by the Mexican Social Security Institute that increased the hazardous premium and, consequently, the company’s monthly contributions to the Mexican Social Security Institute.
- Represnting McCain Foods in employee terminations and new hiring schemes under Mexican law.
Mexico > Real estate Tier 4
The ‘efficient, proactive and diverse’ team at Sainz Abogados specialises in advising property developers, lenders, investment managers, private equity funds, real estate investment trusts and private owners on a range of real estate matters, namely land lease and purchase agreements, joint ventures, and related due diligence work. Daniel Saltzberg heads up the practice, and has over 20 years’ experience assisting developers and private equity funds with the acquisition, development, financing and sale of real estate; partner Manuel Corona is also noted. Senior associate Ximena Hernández, who majors on real estate financings, trusts, and corporate and securities matters, provides key support.Practice head(s):
Daniel Saltzberg
Testimonials
‘Daniel Saltzberg is a knowledgeable, experienced and creative professional.’
‘The team works in an extremely efficient way and always responds quickly. The group stands out for the involvement of the partners.’
‘Deep business knowledge; proactive attitude, always focused on practical solutions: speedy analysis; diverse team.’
Mexico > Dispute resolution: litigation Tier 5
The disputes practice at Sainz Abogados handles civil, commercial and administrative litigation, particularly regarding contractual and shareholder conflicts, along with restructuring and bankruptcy matters, and amparo cases; it has notable strength in the energy sector. The department is co-led by Daniel Díaz and Adrián Villagómez, both of whom are well-versed in judicial work, having acted for insurance companies, banks, construction companies, energy-sector stakeholders and government entities, among others. Counsel Estefanía Sierra maintains a broad disputes practice; fellow counsel Federico Villela is an additional name to note. Since publication, Villela has been promoted to the partnership - effective as of January 2024.Practice head(s):
Daniel Díaz; Adrián Villagómez
Testimonials
‘Sainz is an extraordinarily well-trained team for litigation. They have demonstrated expertise and in-depth knowledge in handling litigation and their follow-up is punctual and very executive. The transmission of information is timely. At all times they keep the client informed and provide all the necessary details in the continuity of the procedure. Just an amazing team.’
‘Customer service and attention differentiate them very favorably. Daniel Alejandro Diaz Pardo and Miguel Angel García Avila are the lawyers in charge of our case and their attention is incredible at all times. In addition, they show total knowledge and expertise in our case. We know that we are in the best hands and that makes us feel totally calm in our affairs.’
‘They are the best litigants in Mexico.’
‘They go into detail and analyse everything.’
‘A team with extensive experience in complex litigation. High-level strategic vision that allows devising strategies in stages to solve complex issues.’
‘The dynamism and commitment they bring to their work. Likewise, they know how to handle their own anxiety that is generated in complex litigations in a great way.’
Key clients
Ad hoc group of bondholders of Oro Negro
CFEnergía
Servicios Funerarios GG
Desarrolladora Intersaba
Ad hoc group of bondholders of Crédito Real
Unifin Financiera
Alesso
We Work Mexico
Unifin Credit
Grupo Fila-Dixon
Minera y Metalúrgica del Boleo
Salvador Lutteroth Lomeli
Paul Henri Gimenez
Alsea
Mario Fernando Villalpando Ávila
CK Pearl Holding and Medley Capital
Draxton México
Ternium México
Hotelera Palace Resorts
Gas Industrial de Monterrey
Delta Air Lines
Puratos de México
Work highlights
- Advising Alesso on a damages claim filed against it by Dina Camiones and Mercader Financial regarding the sale of 962 Cummins Motors.
- Acting for Servicios Funerarios GG against several subsidiaries of Advent International and the company itself, seeking the payment of damages and to nullify the sale of Grupo Gayosso.
- Advising several shareholders of Desarrolladora Intersaba seeking the payment of damages and to nullify certain shareholders agreement that implied the sale of several assets from the company.
Mexico > Energy and natural resources Tier 5
Sainz Abogados regularly counsels clients on matters concerning contracting with state-entities Petróleos Mexicanos in the oil-and-gas sector, and Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE) in the power sector. The department is a robust choice for companies needing advice on navigating the respective power and hydrocarbons regulatory landscapes, and is also a regular counsel on conflicts related to the operation and administration of energy contracts. The practice is led by Francisco Valdés, who assists clients in the hydrocarbons and power industries with regulatory, administrative and public procurement law; and Daniel Díaz, an experienced litigator. Adrián Villagómez is a further name to note for contentious matters, and Ricardo Pinto is the associate to note for energy sector expertise. Since publication, the team has been boosted by the arrival of Diana Pineda Esteban, a specialist in the developmental side of energy projects, one member of a larger group that arrived from Gonzalez Calvillo in April 2024.Practice head(s):
Francisco Valdes; Daniel Díaz
Testimonials
‘Commitment to service and customer service.’
‘High preparation in subjects of its competence.’
‘Great firm, Francisco Valdez is extraordinary both in treatment, knowledge and relationships. We are very satisfied with the office.’
‘I’d highlight their knowledge, experience, relationships and treatment.’
‘Francisco Valdes has very good knowledge of the regulatory framework of the Mexican energy sector. His knowledge of the regulatory framework and the requirements for the start-up and operation of power plants in private energy generation projects has been of great support in the matters entrusted to him.’
‘Francisco Valdes is a lawyer with great experience and knowledge in the energy area and an honest and dedicated person to his clients. Other offices may have people with knowledge in energy but hardly as experienced as Mr. Valdes.’
‘Francisco Valdes: honour, preparation, experience, mastery of the area and relationships.’
Key clients
Gas Industrial Monterrey (GIMSA)
CFEnergía
Cemex
Baywa Solar Projects
Techgen
Ternium México
New Fortress Energy
Grupo Industrial Saltillo
Mexican Business Council (Consejo Coordinador Empresarial- CCE)
Corporativo Copamex
Crisa Libbey México
Manufacturas Kaltex
Productos Arpapel
Hartree Consultores
Work highlights
- Assisted Gas Industrial Monterrey (GIMSA) and ALFA with an agreement for the supply of natural gas to GIMSA that ran from July 2022 to June 2023.
- Advising Cemex on power sector regulatory matters.
- Advising Baywa r.e. Solar Projects on the development of solar power plants in Guanajuato (Parque Solar Los Cuervos) and Yucatan (K’iin).
Mexico > Banking and finance
Mexico > Competition and antitrust
Mexico > Compliance
Mexico > Projects and infrastructure
Mexico > Tax
Sainz Abogados > Firm Profile
Sainz Abogados is a Mexican law firm committed to excellence and focused on delivering creative and problem-solving results to clients. The firm is actively engaged in a dynamic and complex domestic and cross-border practice, and represents a broad base of clients, ranging from some of the world’s largest companies (including Fortune 500 and financial institutions) to entrepreneurs. Lawyers at Sainz Abogados rely on a collaborative approach aimed to ensure a high degree of responsiveness, providing accurate, efficient, timely and tailor-made solutions. With over 23 years of working together, the team is recognised by clients and peers for having a highly efficient top tier team of top-notch specialised lawyers with sophisticated transactional, regulatory and litigation capabilities.
Main practice areas:
- Corporate and transactional (mergers and acquisitions)
- Litigation and dispute resolution
- Energy and natural resources
- Financing, financial instruments and private equity
- Insolvency and restructurings (Concurso proceedings)
- Real estate
- Labour and employment
- Tax
- Intellectual property
- Infrastructure
- Immigration
- Capital markets
- Strategic alliances and associations
- Health
- Transportation
- Telecommunications
- Tourism
- Mining
- Entertainment
- Corporate restructurings
- Corporate governance
- Investigations and regulatory compliance
International: Sainz Abogados is a member of the Red Legal Iberoamericana (RLI), which comprises leading law firms from Colombia, Brazil, Ecuador, Spain, Chile, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Dominican Republic and Panama, in addition to México. RLI comprises over 600 lawyers, distributed in 21 offices, who are committed to establishing new means of collaboration in Spain and Latin America, which ease the identification and generation of new business opportunities, taking advantage of the synergy created from working together.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Partners | Alejandro Sainz | asainz@sainzmx.com | |
Partners | Alejandro Nila | anila@sainzmx.com |
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Santiago Alessio Robles | Partner | View Profile | |
Gabriela Avendaño | Partner | View Profile | |
Ernesto F. Castañeda Baños | Partner | View Profile | |
Manuel Corona Artigas | Partner | View Profile | |
Daniel Díaz Álvarez | Partner | View Profile | |
Rodrigo Guaida Azar | Partner | View Profile | |
Octavio L. Hernandez Negretti | Partner | View Profile | |
Hugo López Coll | Partner | View Profile | |
Alejandro Nila R. | Managing Partner and Head of the Labour and Employment practice area | View Profile | |
Jose Luis Rodriguez | Partner | View Profile | |
Alejandro Sainz O. | Senior Partner and Head of the Insolvency & Restructuring Practice | View Profile | |
Daniel Saltzberg K. | Partner and Chairman of the Real Estate Practice | View Profile | |
Francisco J. Valdés López | Partner and Chairman of the Energy & Natural Resources Practices | View Profile | |
Adrián Villagómez Alemán | Partner | View Profile |