Boutique disputes firm Guerra, Hidalgo y Mendoza (GHM) specialises in high-profile civil and commercial litigation, offering comprehensive expertise across both areas. Its civil litigation practice covers matters such as civil liability, class actions, and real estate disputes, while its commercial litigation work includes shareholder and corporate conflicts, contract breaches, and insurance claims. Jesús Ángel Guerra Méndez is a deeply experienced contentious practitioner across both litigation and arbitration; he co-leads the team with Patricio Hidalgo Estrada, whose expertise spans contractual breaches, property disputes and damages claims. Elías Mendoza Murguía also plays a leading role with a practice focus on shareholder disputes. Associates Adrián Villamil and Sandra Trejo provide support and additional commercial expertise, while senior Regina Tinoco-Ariza is praised for her ‘remarkable skills’ in disputes matters.
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Testimonials
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- 'They possess a thorough knowledge of the subject matter, provide clear explanations, and offer consistent follow-up and support throughout the procedures. Elías Mendoza is a partner with extensive knowledge in this area. He gives direct and precise attention to every procedure and action. His expertise in the construction and property sector is an added bonus. Regina Tinoco Ariza González is a lawyer with comprehensive knowledge of the files; she is fully versed in all matters and handles them directly. Her responses and attention to detail are precise, direct, and clear.'
- 'They have a good balance in terms of gender and diversity, and the constant collaboration between the partners is very apparent.'
Key clients
- Aerovías de México
- AMR Hotels and Resorts
Work highlights
Advised Oro Negro in nullity litigation and a damages action against its bondholders for infringement of Mexican laws and Mexican public policy in a controversy worth $900m.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Patricio Hidalgo Estrada
Elías Mendoza Murguía
Practice head
Jesus Angel Guerra Mendez; Patricio Hidalgo Estrada; Elias Mendoza Murguia
Other key lawyers
Adrián Villamil; Sandra Trejo; Regina Tinoco