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Martínez, Algaba, de Haro y Curiel Offices

Martínez, Algaba, de Haro y Curiel
PASEO DE LOS TAMARINDOS 400 A, PISO 20
COL. BOSQUES DE LAS LOMAS
05120 MEXICO D.F.
Mexico
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Martínez, Algaba, de Haro y Curiel > The Legal 500 Rankings

Mexico > Dispute resolution: litigation Tier 1

Martínez, Algaba, de Haro y Curiel has long been regarded as a destination firm for litigation in Mexico, and over the course of a five-decade history it has been involved in standout civil and commercial cases. The practice has strong relationships with a host of major international law firms and frequently teams with such on complex cross-border disputes; nevertheless, it is -perhaps- best known for its prowess and expertise in the financial sector where it acts for a blue-ribbon clients list. It is also well versed in litigating amparo proceedings. The firm houses several of the market’s most sought after practitioners, most notably Javier Curiel, an elder statesman of the Mexican disputes market and counsel of choice for several major domestic companies; and Jorge de Haro, who specialises in civil and commercial litigation, leads advice to top banks and has extensive experience in bankruptcy and restructuring matters. Additional highly regarded figures included civil, commercial and administrative litigator Daniel Ortega; Javier Altamirano Hernández, who often deals with transactional disputes, as well as real estate and construction matters; and Ernesto Palacios Juárez, whose practice focuses on strategic administrative and constitutional litigation. Diego Gutiérrez Martínez-Parente, Alejandro Legaspi Lanz and Mauricio Mendoza Cuenca represent the next generation of partners at the firm; all three have broad experience litigating high-stakes civil and commercial cases in Mexico. At associate level, Bernardo Basaldua and Vicente Cuairán are both noted.

Practice head(s):

Jorge de Haro González; Javier Curiel Obscura; Daniel Ortega González; Javier Altamirano Hernández; Ernesto Palacios Juárez; Diego Gutiérrez Martínez-Parente; Alejandro Legaspi Lanz; Mauricio Mendoza Cuenca

Key clients

Banco JP Morgan

Grupo Financiero JP Morgan

Banco Mercantil del Norte

Grupo Financiero Banorte

Banco Nacional de México

Grupo Financiero Banamex

Banco Sabadell

Banco Santander (México)

Grupo Financiero Santander México

BBVA México

Grupo Financiero BBVA México

Citigroup

Google

Grupo Aeroméxico

HSBC México

Institución de Banca Múltiple

Grupo Financiero HSBC

MetLife México

PricewaterhouseCoopers México

Scotiabank Inverlat

Grupo Financiero Scotiabank

Seguros Monterrey New York Life

Sura Asset Management

Wal-Mart de México

Mexico > Bankruptcy and restructuring Tier 2

The longstanding practice at Martínez, Algaba, de Haro y Curiel, considered by one client as a ‘benchmark in the industry’, specialises in working on the side of creditors in bankruptcy matters and out-of-court restructurings. A host of local and international banks and financial institutions favour the practice for its litigation and corporate skills, including Banco Santander, Citibank, HSBC Mexico and Scotiabank. The practice group is composed of a blend of both ‘mature and younger partners, all with extensive experience’, and is directed by a group of five experienced practitioners: Jorge de Haro, who stands out for his expertise in restructuring and litigation; Javier Curiel Obscura, who has focused his practice on corporate matters and litigation relating to the financial sector; Diego Gutiérrez Martínez-Parente (arbitration, litigation, bankruptcy and restructuring); Alejandro Legaspi Lanz (advisory to credit and banking institutions on bankruptcy proceedings); and the ‘extraordinary’ and ‘strategic’ Mauricio Mendoza, who handles bankruptcy and restructuring cases both in and out of court. Vicente Cuairán is the key name to note at associate level.

Practice head(s):

Jorge de Haro González; Javier Curiel Obscura; Diego Gutiérrez Martínez-Parente; Alejandro Legaspi Lanz; Mauricio Mendoza Cuenca

Testimonials

‘The firm’s lawyers have very good experience at all levels and provide practical solutions to complex problems.’

‘Their industry knowledge and complex structures set them apart from other litigators. Javier Curiel in particular has a lot of experience in banking/financial litigation.’

‘Excellent knowledge; this firm is a benchmark in the industry.’

‘Vast experience and reputation in different industries. They have a handle on complicated situations, both technically and in terms of soft skills. Mature and younger partners, all with extensive experience in highly complex matters.’

‘Mauricio Mendoza is an extraordinary lawyer – studious, bright, strategic, with an exceptional aptitude for detail. His oral and written communication is outstanding in both Spanish and English.’

‘Despite their commitments to other clients, if you need to talk to the partners, they always find the time to talk to you.’

Key clients

Afore Sura

Banco Nacional de Comercio Exterior (Institución de Banca de Desarrollo)

Banco Nacional de México (Banamex)

Banco Sabadell (Institución de Banca Múltiple)

Banco Santander México (Institución de Banca Múltiple)

Banco Santander

BBVA México (Institución de Banca Múltiple)

Citibanamex Afore

Citibank

Grupo Aeroméxico

HSBC México (Institución de Banca Múltiple)

Nacional Financiera

Nueva Wal-Mart de México

Scotiabank Inverlat (Institución de Banca Múltiple)

Mexico > Insurance Tier 4

As specialists in dispute resolution, Martínez, Algaba, de Haro y Curiel handles a range of contentious matters in the insurance space and are advisors to Metlife Mexico and Axa Seguros. A trio of lawyers - Javier Curiel Obscura, Daniel Ortega González and Javier Altamirano Hernández - oversee the department; all three have broad dispute resolution practices. Ernesto Palacios Juárez is another key contact for insurance matters; with support provided by associates Bernardo Basaldua and Eduardo Carrión.

Practice head(s):

Javier Curiel Obscura; Daniel Ortega González; Javier Altamirano Hernández

Testimonials

‘The team is highly qualified in their field and the service is excellent.’

‘The adequate and always agile service from the lawyers.’

Key clients

ING Group

AXA Seguros

MetLife México

New York Life México

HSBC Seguros

Martínez, Algaba, de Haro y Curiel > Firm Profile

For over 50 years Martínez, Algaba, de Haro y Curiel has successfully represented corporations and institutions in complex local and cross-border cases where its renowned corporate experience has paired superbly with unique litigation skills.

The firm’s highly specialized team offers clients a competitive advantage that is hard to match. The firm is consistently referred to by clients and market commentators as a top tier law firm, capable of offering both first-class dispute resolution services and top-notch dispute-oriented consulting services.

Our key areas of practice include:

Litigation
Civil: Martínez, Algaba, de Haro y Curiel represents clients across Mexico in high complexity disputes pertaining to all sorts of agreements and contractual relationships, and extra contractual liability, including torts and moral damages.
Commercial: The firm represents clients before federal and local courts in all kind of disputes arising from business relationships, with an emphasis in controversies concerning financial services. This includes disputes involving banks, insurance companies, investment funds, pension funds, and asset managers.
Finance: For over 50 years the firm has established as leader in the attention of controversies and conflicts of high complexity, representing the most important financial institutions in the country. We have a strong experience in litigation related to bank transactions, stock market products, as well as disputes between investment and bond companies.
Real estate: We have a deep knowledge of the construction and real estate industry, as we have participated in complex litigation involving different perspectives of the industry, regarding large real estate developments throughout the country.
Insurance: The firm represents major insurance and reinsurance companies in litigation cases across Mexico and advises on a wide range of insurance matters. In fact, Martínez, Algaba, de Haro y Curiel recently argued on behalf of the Asociación Mexicana de Instituciones Seguros (AMIS) a relevant case before the Supreme Court of Justice that was ruled favorably for the insurance sector.

Administrative and constitutional
Administrative: The firm takes pride in being a leader in government and regulatory litigation in Mexico, facing both federal and local authorities whenever its clients are under investigation or whenever their rights are being overlooked. Litigation often involves contesting government fines, sanctions, expropriations, and revocations of concessions, licenses, and authorizations.
Constitutional: The firm often appears before Mexico’s Supreme Court of Justice to argue cases of the utmost importance for the country’s political, social, and economic life.
Data protection: Martínez, Algaba, de Haro y Curiel has represented various institutions and search engines in administrative proceedings and court cases regarding the protection of information and personal data.

Arbitration
Commercial arbitration: The firm has broad experience in international and domestic commercial arbitration, as well as in the enforcement of arbitral awards in Mexico. Some members of the firm also serve as arbitrators and legal experts within relevant arbitration proceedings.

Bankruptcy and restructuring
Martínez, Algaba, de Haro y Curiel has an outstanding track record representing creditors in bankruptcy and insolvency proceedings, as well as advising clients in out-of-court corporate restructurings and reorganizations. The firm has been a key contributor to the case law established in respect of the bankruptcy law.

Consulting
Risk prevention: The firm advises clients on practices to prevent risks based on its knowledge of corporate matters and its extensive court experience.
Risk management: Martínez, Algaba, de Haro y Curiel often designs and implements strategies to promptly and efficiently address, mitigate and neutralize risks and crisis threatening its clients’ businesses.
Business technology implementation: Corporations frequently resort to Martínez, Algaba, de Haro y Curiel in search of expert advice on the validity and enforceability of agreements reached and transactions executed while using new business technologies.

Main Contacts

Department Name Email Telephone
Roberto Martínez Guerrero r.martinez@mah.com.mx +52 55 5258 0202
Ernesto F. Algaba Berlanga e.algaba@mah.com.mx +52 55 5258 0202
Jorge de Haro González j.deharo@mah.com.mx +52 55 5258 0202
Javier Curiel Obscura j.curiel@mah.com.mx +52 55 5258 0202
Daniel Ortega González d.ortega@mah.com.mx +52 55 5258 0202
Javier Altamirano Hernández j.altamiranoh@mah.com.mx +52 55 5258 0202
Ernesto Palacios Juárez e.palacios@mah.com.mx +52 55 5258 0202
Diego Gutiérrez Martínez-Parente d.gutierrez@mah.com.mx +52 55 5258 0202
Alejandro Legaspi Lanz a.legaspi@mah.com.mx +52 55 5258 0202
Mauricio Mendoza Cuenca m.mendoza@mah.com.mx +52 55 5258 0202

Languages

Spanish
English