Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez, S.C. is a key port of call for high-profile multinational companies seeking advice on a range of labour and employment matters in Mexico. Key clients include Citigroup Inc., UPS and FIFA, for which they handle all labour and social security matters associated with the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico. The group is frequently engaged to advise on large-scale corporate restructurings, subcontracting matters, and the design of compliant compensation and benefits packages. The team is also skilled in negotiating collective bargaining agreements for global companies, managing strike procedures, and conducting internal investigations. Practice head Francisco Peniche advises on the full range of employment mandates. Julio Álvarez is adept at handling the labour aspects of M&A and reorganisations, and also assists with employee compensation issues. Counsel Rodrigo Espíritu Santo brings over two decades of experience in collective and individual labour matters. Among associate names, María Fernanda Pariente stands out for her involvement in alternative dispute resolution and investigations.
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‘Very knowledgeable and service-oriented. Real partners.’
' I recommend Francisco Peniche and Rodrigo Espiritu Santo.'
- 'In labour matters, Creel is a benchmark both nationally and internationally. The knowledge and experience of its lawyers is unique in the market.'
- 'Francisco Peniche is the partner who assists us, and he is always available.'
- 'It is a pleasure to work with Francisco Peniche and his team: they understand the issues and the context of the operation well, they respond promptly, and they are commercial and strategic. They are our preferred choice as labour lawyers in Mexico.'
- 'I love working with Francisco Peniche: he is always accessible, listens, understands the context of the transaction, and offers commercial advice that goes beyond a simple yes or no, thinking about how to help the client achieve what they want.'
Key clients
- Citigroup Inc.
- United Parcel Service (UPS)
- Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA)
- Fränkische
- Mill Point Capital
- Impulsora del Desarrollo y el Empleo en América Latina (IDEAL)
- Keurig Dr Pepper (Grupo Peñafiel)
- Colgate-Palmolive
- FIBRA Storage
- Kosmos Global Holding, S.L.
- Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation
- Visa Inc.
Work highlights
Acted as counsel to Keurig Dr Pepper in connection with all day-to-day labour and employment matters, including negotiation with the unions, with respect to its Mexican business Grupo Peñafiel, a leading company in the production and distribution of carbonated and non-carbonated beverages in Mexico.
Advised UPS on the acquisition of Estafeta, a leading Mexican express delivery company, which will result in the largest small package and logistics provider in Mexico.
Acted as counsel to Citigroup in the planning and implementation of all labour, employment and social security actions related to the separation of its retail and institutional banking operations in Mexico, resulting in the setup of two independent financial groups, Banamex and Citi México.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Francisco Peniche
Other key lawyers
Julio Álvarez; Rodrigo Espíritu Santo; María Fernanda Pariente