Head of Nader, Hayaux y Goebel, SC's insurance practice, Yves Hayaux-du-Tilly's 'knowledge and analysis is of the highest level' and he is widely recognised as one of the pioneers of specialist advice in this area in Mexico. Primarily located in London, Hayaux-du-Tilly returns to Mexico on a monthly basis and oversees a longstanding practice that operates at the top of the market and which handles both contentious and non-contentious matters. The four largest insurance companies operating in Mexico (AXA, GNP, MetLife and Seguros BBVA) are all regular clients of the practice, seeking counsel from the firm's experienced insurance bench, as well as its finance team with whom the insurance partners collaborate closely. Luciano Pérez ('the best insurance lawyer in the country') is praised for 'his knowledge of regulation' in the insurance space and is well equipped to handle the gamut of non-contentious insurance matters, as well as claims, settlement negotiations, policy analysis and coverage opinions. Enrique Salcedo ('an extraordinary lawyer') is the associate level contact to note, while senior partner Julián Garza lends his expertise on transactional matters.

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  • ‘Yves Hayaux knows the market very well, market participants, he has a lot of experience.’

  • ‘In my opinion it is the best firm in Mexico in terms of insurance. The level of specialization of their team is extraordinary and they work so closely with the client that they seem like an extension of the company's internal legal area.’

  • ‘Luciano Pérez is the best insurance lawyer in the country. His knowledge of regulation, the regulator and his ability to solve complex problems make him a key ally for his clients.’

  • ‘Yves Hayaux's knowledge and analysis is of the highest level and Eduardo Salcedo is an extraordinary lawyer knowledgeable in insurance matters.’

  • ‘The number of alternatives they analyze and the "simulations" they do before making the decision on which recommendation to make is something that, as a client, is highly valued as it helps to have a much better understanding of the topic to be discussed.’

  • ‘They are specialists in the field of contract negotiation, and also specialized in insurance matters. The follow-up of matters is punctual, there is absolute involvement, open and transparent communication, permanent advice and, in general, absolutely professional attention.’

  • ‘Yves Hayaux, Luciano Pérez and Mauricio López are the lawyers who assisted us directly, who stand out for their professionalism, punctuality in advice, availability, transparency, knowledge, and above all, their kindness, cordiality and good treatment.’

Key clients

  • BMS Group
  • Grupo Nacional Provincial
  • AON Risk Solution
  • Reinsurance Group of America
  • The Travelers Companies
  • BUPA México
  • Everest Reinsurance Company
  • Grupo Excel
  • KOT
  • Mapfre Mexico

Work highlights

  • Represented the Mexican Mapfre Group in the acquisition of 94.4% of the capital stock of the Mexican Insurance Company Insignia Life.
  • Advised Grupo Excel in securing the regulatory authorisations to incorporate the insurance company in Mexico called Seguros de las Californias.
  • Advised Grupo Bupa on the analysis of different structures related to a joint venture between the client and Grupo BBVA.

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Yves Hayaux-du-Tilly