Noted for its 'highly specialised and strategic approach to regulatory compliance and data privacy', the group at Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. is very well-regarded for both compliance and data privacy matters. The team's core strengths include AML, anti-corruption, general regulatory matters and data privacy work. Financial institutions, insurers and broker-dealers routinely look to the group for support. Leadership is shared between Miguel Gallardo Guerra, Héctor Guzmán Rodríguez and Javier Pérez Moreno. Gallardo Guerra focuses on banking, finance, fintech, compliance and insurance matters; Guzmán Rodríguez has extensive expertise in EU, Spanish and Mexican data protection legislation and frequently advises EU and non-EU companies on GDPR compliance. Pérez Moreno, who is praised for his 'focus on the client' and is certified as a compliance and AML expert by Mexico’s banking and securities commission, assists banks, fintechs, insurers and health institutions with the structuring of internal compliance programmes. The key names to note at senior associate level are Alejandra Lobato (AML, banking and finance); and Mariana Rodríguez López (privacy and data protection matters).
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Accolades

Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency

Testimonials

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  • ‘What makes BGBG unique is its personalised, attentive service, always ready to assist and resolve issues, and providing information and updates on the issues required. This is what sets it apart from other firms. The new thing that comes to mind at this point is that they have specialized staff for each area, and if they don't have any, they hire them.'
  • ‘They are always available, specifically Daniela Alejandra Lovato, and this comes from the head with the partner Miguel Gallardo Guerra who is involved in day-to-day operations and when advice is required from him, he is always available.'

Key clients

  • Alsea
  • Alternativa Financiera Prosesa

Work highlights

Advised Navistar Financial Services on periodic regulatory matters related to financial regulations, AML/CFT compliance, and transparency requirements, ensuring full adherence to all obligations set by each financial authority.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Alejandra Lobato
Alejandra Lobato
Practice head

Miguel Gallardo Guerra; Héctor Guzmán Rodríguez; Javier Pérez Moreno

Other key lawyers

Alejandra Lobato; Mariana Rodríguez López