The ‘highly sophisticated’ team at Nader, Hayaux y Goebel, SC handles the range of bankruptcy and restructuring matters such as strategic positioning and strategic alliances, structuring, coordination and litigation, leveraged buyouts and debt-to-equity swaps. The practice also has a strong track record in highly complex cross-border insolvency issues. Whilst the department has historically focused on representing creditors, such as banks and insurance funds, it has recently represented debtors in high-profile cases involving the real estate, oil and aviation sectors. It is co-led by a duo well-versed in restructuring and workouts: Javier Arreola and name partner Michell Nader – who is lauded for his ’imaginative approach to complex issues’ and ‘long-standing expertise’. Partner Adrián López G. and senior associate José A. Noguera also advise on high-profile insolvencies, and are key contacts at the group. Since publication, Noguera has been raised to the partnership - effective as of January 2024.

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Testimonials

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‘The team is extraordinary, with great knowledge of the area and outstanding negotiation skills. Immediate responses. You always feel cared for.’
‘They are distinguished by their high sophistication.’
‘Nader is one of Mexico's key firms in the restructuring area. Michell Nader is the key individual.’
‘Michell Nader stands out in the restructuring practice in Mexico for his imaginative approach to complex issues and his long-standing expertise in this area.’

Key clients

Ad hoc Group of Senior Noteholders of Aeromexico
Altos Hornos de México (AHMSA)’s largest group of creditors
American Tower Corporation
Ad hoc Group of Aeromexico Noteholders
Mizuho Bank
Bondholders of GICSA with CIBanco as common representative
Bondholders of Unifin with CIBanco as common representative

Work highlights

Advised the ad hoc group of holders of senior notes (due 2025) issued by Aerovías de México (and guaranteed by Grupo Aeromexico), on the Mexican aspects of its Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings in the US.
Advised American Tower Corporation, a service provider to Altán Redes, on the latter's concurso mercantil proceedings.
Advised the Mexican bondholders of Unifin on negotiations to restructure their notes.