White & Case S.C.
Client SatisfactionWhite & Case S.C.'s compliance practice is lauded by clients for the ‘exceptional quality’ of its counsel on regulatory compliance and anti-money laundering matters. In addition, it offers litigation and guidance on investigations to an array of major local and international financial institutions, routinely advising on complex cross-border matters. Longstanding clients include Morgan Stanley and domestic FMCG giant, Oxxo. María Teresa Fernández Labardini co-heads the practice and is an authority on regulatory, anti-corruption, fintech and corporate matters; she demonstrates ’experience, skill and attention to detail’. Co-leading the team alongside her are: Juan Antonio Martín, who provides specialist fintech and payment systems' experience; and Enrique Espejel, who specialises in white-collar investigations and litigation. The expertise of Andrés Mosqueira and Carlos Mainero lies in financial regulatory guidance. Rebeca García López focuses on the financial sector, and was promoted to local partner in January 2023. The practice has also demonstrates strong growth, with the recent hires of ‘team player’ and partner, Eduardo Flores Herrera; and of counsel Eduardo Apáez - in July and September 2022, respectively - from Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez, S.C..
Testimonials
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‘The team is a benchmark for the sector; its knowledge, monitoring of projects and final deliveries are always of exceptional quality.’
‘Eduardo Flores and Eduardo Apáez listen to the needs of the client, contributing their extensive knowledge of the Mexican financial sector to find the best solutions for projects.’
‘Deep technical knowledge and experience in understanding issues with an unparalleled holistic approach.’
‘Experience, skill and attention to detail. María Teresa Fernandez Labardini and Narciso Campos have shown talent and complementary and very well coordinated abilities.’
‘Knowledge, willingness, openness, understanding and curiosity about the topics addressed at all times.’
- ‘Juan Antonio Martín has a solid capacity for financial analysis and an exceptional understanding of the risks faced by businesses. He is able to anticipate the client's needs and has an excellent network.’
- ‘Carlos Mainero is very knowledgeable, always available to help and provides excellent input and support. Andrés Mosqueira has a great knowledge of the regulations.’
Key clients
- Visa
- Citigroup-Banamex
- Morgan Stanley
- Meta Platforms
- Sura Asset Management Mexico
- Airbnb
- BIVA
- Vanguard Group
- Crypto.com
- CI Banco
- BanRegio
- Oxxo
- Uber
- Klar
- PayPal
- STP
Work highlights
- Advised Citigroup on the potential sale of its consumer, small and middle-market banking businesses in Mexico.
- Advised Visa on regulatory compliance issues in connection with payment services, outsourcing and other activities carried out by its Mexico-based operations.
- Advised PayPal on its regulatory, AML and compliance matters regarding its operations in Mexico.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
María Teresa Fernández Labardini, Juan Antonio Martín, Enrique Espejel