Banking & Finance
Latin America Guide 2025 : Mexico
Band 1
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Provided by Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez, S.C.
The Firm is recognized as one of the leading banking and finance law firms in Mexico.
We represent international and domestic lenders, borrowers and financing entities in general, in connection with a wide array of transactions, including:
- Single bank and syndicated loan facilities
- Acquisition financings
- Secured and unsecured financings
- Structured financings
- Project financings
- Asset based financings
- Derivatives
As part of our Banking and Finance Practice, we advise clients on all aspects of their formation and operation, including various regulatory matters.
Chambers Review
Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez houses a revered practice group at the forefront of the banking and finance market in Mexico, which is regularly sought out by high-profile clients, encompassing leading national and international investment banks, asset managers and corporate borrowers. The banking and finance practice group possesses extensive expertise in assisting clients with high-profile financing mandates related to corporate mergers and acquisitions and complex debt refinancing. The firm acts for clients coming from a number of sectors, including insurance and real estate.
Work Highlights
- Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez advised FIBRA Prologis, as borrower, on the refinancing of its USD400 million sustainability-linked unsecured revolved credit facility with a syndicate of nine international and domestic banks.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Cross-border financings always bring challenges involving two or more legal systems and Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez is fantastic at offering creative solutions to resolve them."
"The Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez team has become an essential support for our company, given their high capabilities, depth of knowledge, and breadth of expertise in our industry."
"Cross-border financings always bring challenges involving two or more legal systems and Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez is fantastic at offering creative solutions to resolve them."
"The Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez team has become an essential support for our company, given their high capabilities, depth of knowledge, and breadth of expertise in our industry."
Notable Practitioners
Eminent practitioner Carlos Aiza is widely recognised as a reputed figure in the banking and finance sphere in Mexico. He is endorsed by peers and clients alike for his involvement in this area and the role he plays in his department.
"Carlos Aiza is the all-time top performer. He goes beyond the legal work to provide business results."
Distinguished practitioner and managing partner Pedro Velasco de la Peña provides solid expertise in structuring sophisticated banking and finance operations in Mexico, and enjoys a strong reputation among his peers for his activity in the sector. Pedro acts for borrowers, lenders and collateral agents.
"Pedro Velasco de la Peña has been a key business partner in facilitating the closure of multiple credits with domestic and international banks. He has consistently demonstrated high-quality service."
"Pedro Velasco de la Peña is an excellent lawyer, with extensive knowledge of the banking and finance field, and with a great understanding of his clients."
Knowledgeable partner and co-head of department Giovanni Ramírez Garrido benefits from his solid expertise within the Mexican banking and finance arena, where peers see him as very active. Giovanni regularly assists lenders and FIBRAs.
"Giovanni Ramírez Garrido brings a depth of knowledge and experience to every transaction. He anticipates issues and provides practical solutions every single time."
Partner Emilio Aarún Cordero continues to be highly involved in the Mexican banking and finance sphere. The operations led by Aarún include debtor-in-possession financings and the amendment of revolving facilities.
"Emilio Aarún Cordero is a very knowledgeable and capable lawyer. He gets involved in every aspect of the transaction, reacts quickly to issues and looks for commercial solutions along the way."
Legal practitioner Alejandro Isaac Beas garners praise from clients and peers alike, and is active in different banking and finance operations such as syndicated loan agreements.
"Alejandro Isaac Beas showcases a high level of legal expertise within the industry, as well as admirable interpersonal skills, problem-solving capabilities and extensive experience."
Mexico City-based partner Rodrigo Castelazo can claim banking and finance experience, with a track record which includes financing of corporate and real estate projects.
"Rodrigo Castelazo is knowledgeable and brings fresh ideas to the table. He provides thoughtful solutions, and is commercially aware and easy to work with."
Associate-to-watch Adriana Colliers Fuertes of Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez breaks into this year's rankings upon obtaining client endorsement for her excellent client service and prowess in the banking and finance arena.
"Adriana Colliers Fuertes is one of the best associates I have ever worked with. She has great technical skills, responds perfectly and takes ownership of deals. She is informed and fulfils deadlines."
Associate-to-watch Martín Pavón Pérez of Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez joins the rankings this year after being identified by market commentators for his role in the granting of credit facilities in Mexico.
"Martín Pavón Pérez is excellent. If we have a doubt we can speak to him, and he is always available to solve any issue."
Ranked Lawyers at
Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez, S.C.
Mexico
Members
Provided by Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez, S.C.
Head of Department
Eduardo Flores
Emilio Aarún