Restructuring & Insolvency
Mexico
20 August 2025
Sainz Abogados‘s real estate practice is well-positioned to assist with development, investment and financing mandates, namely land acquisitions, the structuring of legal vehicles, environmental and zoning matters, and sale and financing transactions. The team’s diverse client base includes property developers, lenders, investment managers, private equity funds, real estate investment trusts and private owners. The department is led by Daniel Saltzberg, who focuses on real estate development, financings and acquisitions, as well as assisting developers and private equity funds with asset management. Also noted are Manuel Corona Artigas, who advises real estate developers and landlords on industrial, commercial and residential transactions; counsel Ximena Hernández (real estate, corporate and M&A, compliance); and associate Lucía Laganá (real estate transactions, private equity, finance and restructurings).
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Testimonials
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- ‘An important point to highlight is the team's professionalism and the practical focus they bring to negotiations. They don’t raise unimportant issues, as I have noticed at other firms. Daniel Saltzberg, the partner in the real estate practice, is outstanding.’
- ‘They have a proactive and functional attitude, always tackling problems in a practical and realistic way. Without a doubt, it is one of the most complete practices in the market.’
- ‘Their deep knowledge and, even more so, their proactive and practical approach save a great deal of time by focusing on what is really important. The involvement of the lead partner makes all the difference.’
- ‘The team is prepared to provide legal solutions with a market focus; that is, they not only cover the legal part but also provide business alternatives that comply with the law and the demands of the current real estate market.’
- ‘The team responds in a very timely manner and commits to their clients' issues as if they were their own.’
- ‘Their service is personalised and accessible; they are always willing to contribute and solve situations practically. They generally exceed expectations in terms of response times and their ways of working.’
- ‘Daniel Saltzberg, René Gamboa, and Ximena Hernández have been fundamental to many of the transactions we have carried out. All three show great commitment, initiative, and ownership of the processes.’
- ‘Daniel Saltzberg is an excellent lawyer and has a great team. His knowledge of the industry and the applicable law is excellent, combined with his practicality and great personal qualities. Without a doubt, one of the best firms I have worked with.’
- ‘Ximena Hernández is a great lawyer, very dedicated and always looking out for us, with excellent command and experience to handle any type of negotiation.’
- ‘We consider them an integral part of our team. They have great experience and a lot of knowledge of the subject, coupled with great personal qualities. It is a pleasure to work with Daniel Saltzberg and Ximena Hernandez.’
Practice head
Daniel Saltzberg
Other key lawyers
Manuel Corona Artigas; Ximena Hernández; Lucía Laganá