Latin America - Mexico

Martínez, Algaba, de Haro y Curiel

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The longstanding practice at Martínez, Algaba, de Haro y Curiel, considered by one client as a ‘benchmark in the industry’, specialises in working on the side of creditors in bankruptcy matters and out-of-court restructurings. A host of local and international banks and financial institutions favour the practice for its litigation and corporate skills, including Banco Santander, Citibank, HSBC Mexico and Scotiabank. The practice group is composed of a blend of both ’mature and younger partners, all with extensive experience’, and is directed by a group of five experienced practitioners: Jorge de Haro, who stands out for his expertise in restructuring and litigation; Javier Curiel Obscura, who has focused his practice on corporate matters and litigation relating to the financial sector; Diego Gutiérrez Martínez-Parente (arbitration, litigation, bankruptcy and restructuring); Alejandro Legaspi Lanz (advisory to credit and banking institutions on bankruptcy proceedings); and the ‘extraordinary’ and ’strategic’ Mauricio Mendoza, who handles bankruptcy and restructuring cases both in and out of court. Vicente Cuairán is the key name to note at associate level.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The firm's lawyers have very good experience at all levels and provide practical solutions to complex problems.’

  • ‘Their industry knowledge and complex structures set them apart from other litigators. Javier Curiel in particular has a lot of experience in banking/financial litigation.’

  • ‘Excellent knowledge; this firm is a benchmark in the industry.’

  • ‘Vast experience and reputation in different industries. They have a handle on complicated situations, both technically and in terms of soft skills. Mature and younger partners, all with extensive experience in highly complex matters.’

  • ‘Mauricio Mendoza is an extraordinary lawyer - studious, bright, strategic, with an exceptional aptitude for detail. His oral and written communication is outstanding in both Spanish and English.’

  • ‘Despite their commitments to other clients, if you need to talk to the partners, they always find the time to talk to you.’

Key clients

  • Afore Sura
  • Banco Nacional de Comercio Exterior (Institución de Banca de Desarrollo)
  • Banco Nacional de México (Banamex)
  • Banco Sabadell (Institución de Banca Múltiple)
  • Banco Santander México (Institución de Banca Múltiple)
  • Banco Santander
  • BBVA México (Institución de Banca Múltiple)
  • Citibanamex Afore
  • Citibank
  • Grupo Aeroméxico
  • HSBC México (Institución de Banca Múltiple)
  • Nacional Financiera
  • Nueva Wal-Mart de México
  • Scotiabank Inverlat (Institución de Banca Múltiple)

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Jorge de Haro González, Javier Curiel Obscura, Diego Gutiérrez Martínez-Parente, Alejandro Legaspi Lanz, Mauricio Mendoza Cuenca