Martens Abogados, S.C.‘s dispute resolution practice has a strong track record in civil, commercial and constitutional disputes, acting for clients in the technology, energy, financial services and fintech sectors, as well as other regulated industries. The team’s client portfolio includes multinational companies, which it regularly represents in debt recovery and breach of contract litigation, alongside administrative and regulatory disputes. Founding partner Federico Martens, noted for his significant experience in litigation at the intersection of public and private law, oversees the practice alongside Luis González Meyer. Key support is provided by associates Daniel Cherem Zaga and Valeria Pérez Barajas; Cherem is particularly skilled in commercial litigation, while Pérez is active in constitutional and administrative proceedings.
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Testimonials
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- Martens has a very solid team, with exceptional response times and in-depth knowledge. If they propose something, they deliver it on time.
- Responsiveness and effectiveness, as well as clarity in analysis and synthesis in responses.
- They are a highly sophisticated firm in their approach to matters and have maintained their boutique approach, ensuring personalized attention from partners and senior staff.
- Overall, their work inspires a lot of confidence, as they pay attention to detail and respond quickly. They are flexible in negotiating fees and work plans, which sets them apart from other firms.
- They are studious and tenacious, seeking effective arguments and meticulously following up on assigned matters. Federico is always attentive to the processes.
- The entire team maintains an exceptional standard of client service, which they demonstrate through meticulous case preparation at every procedural milestone, including hearing preparation with great attention to detail. They have a strong grasp of technical issues and the ability to develop complex legal arguments. Their negotiation skills in complex matters are particularly noteworthy.
Key clients
- Mercado Libre
- Mercado Pago
- Iberdrola
- Total Energies
- ATCO
- Cubico Sustainable Investments
- Alpha Credit
- Grupo Idesa
- Tuto Power
- ANADE
Work highlights
Representing ANADE in a constitutional amparo challenging provisions of the 2025 Federal Economic Competition Law that strip attorney-client privilege from in-house counsel in antitrust proceedings.
Representing a Mexican financial institution in amparo proceedings against Mexico's Financial Intelligence Unit after the freezing of the institution's accounts threatened its operational survival.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Federico Martens; Luis G. González Meyer
Other key lawyers
Daniel Cherem Zaga; Valeria Pérez Barajas