The ‘multidisciplinary’ practice at Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. is among the market leaders in the compliance space, and offers counsel on anti-money laundering, anti-corruption, data protection and general regulatory matters. Members of the ’gender-diverse’ team are roundly praised for being ‘well-prepared’, ’punctual, adaptable and attentive’, and having an ‘excellent professional manner’. Clients predominantly belong to the banking, finance and fintech sectors. At the helm of the practice are founding partner Miguel Gallardo Guerra, who has ’broad experience’ in AML and fintech matters; data protection specialist Héctor Guzmán Rodríguez; and Javier Pérez Moreno, who was promoted to the partnership in February 2022 and advises companies in the fintech, banking, insurance, and health sectors on AML compliance. Like Moreno, senior associate Alejandra Lobato is certified as an AML expert by the National Banking and Securities Commission (NBSC); she leads on AML audits.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Spectacular, punctual follow-up. The team is available 24/7.’

  • 'Strong on diversity; at all stages we see male and female lawyers equally involved.’

  • ‘The team is multidisciplinary and very open to listening and solving the specific needs of the client. They are willing to negotiate, and are very flexible with delivery times, among other things.’

  • ‘Miguel Gallardo has broad experience in various fields and is very up-to-date on current issues such as fintech.’

  • ‘Its staff have an excellent professional manner and always give the appropriate professional support.’

  • ‘They present fair fee proposals; the team is well prepared.’

  • ‘The professionalism and quality of service provided by the team has been impeccable.’

  • 'Adaptability throughout the audit process.’

Key clients

  • AirBnB
  • Alternativa Financiera Prosesa
  • Amicorp México
  • CitiBanamex
  • Banco Santander
  • Banco Mercantil del Norte
  • Bloom Emprendedores
  • Braskem México Proyectos
  • Capital Vertical Promotora Empresarial
  • Crecer Solución Inmediata
  • Credit Suisse
  • Credisocial México
  • Credit Suisse
  • Crédito Especializado Stándar
  • Daimler Financial Services
  • Deutsche Bank México (Institución de Banca Múltiple)
  • Deutsche Securities
  • Element
  • Engenium Capital
  • Finae
  • Finalux
  • Fincrece
  • Grupo Capital Vertical
  • Impulso Crediticio Empresarial
  • Mercado Libre
  • Morgan Stanley México (Casa de Bolsa)
  • Multi-Apoyos de Capital
  • Mutua Altiplano
  • Palace Resorts Capital
  • SABCAPITAL
  • Servicios Liquick
  • Structura Capital Management
  • Vinta Capital
  • Vision F México
  • Evo Payments
  • Banco Multiva
  • Volkswagen Leasing
  • Femsa
  • Nu Bank
  • Pagsmile
  • Exka
  • HDF Energy
  • Medius Collection
  • Merceron Capital Limited
  • Rianta Capital Zurich
  • World Quest Holdings
  • Federación Mexicana de Fútbol
  • Apoyo a tu Economía
  • Garnet24
  • Prosa
  • Banco Azteca
  • Elektra
  • Satoshi Portal
  • Blackrock
  • Alsea
  • Oplay
  • Nelo
  • DiDi Global
  • Navistar
  • Fairplay
  • Arca Continental

Work highlights

  • Provided Blackrock with ongoing compliance counsel related to 43 funds.
  • Advised Deutsche Bank Mexico on regulatory matters during its sale process, including the preparation and implementation of anti-money laundering provisions.
  • Provided ongoing legal advice to Mercado Libre in connection with an authorisation to become a fintech entity.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Rising stars with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C.
BELLO, GALLARDO, BONEQUI Y GARCÍA, S.C. (“BGBG”), Mexico, D.F., Mexico. 2005 - to date www.bgbg.mx Position - Managing partner of the financial and compliance services practice group at the law firm BGBG, mainly focused on banking, finance, fintech, compliance, anti-money laundering, and securities matters, and head of the translation practice area at BGBG (English – Spanish – English).
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Miguel Gallardo Guerra, Héctor Guzmán Rodríguez, Javier Pérez Moreno