Dispute Resolution: Civil & Commercial Litigation
Latin America Guide 2025 : Mexico
Band 4
About
Provided by Galicia Abogados, S.C.
Galicia has one of the most complete and outstanding litigation teams in Mexico. Our strategic litigation capabilities are integrated by 4 practices: 1) Administrative, 2) Civil and Commercial, 3) Tax Litigation and 4) Arbitration..
1) The administrative litigation practice group represents our clients in all sorts of administrative and constitutional law proceedings before the Supreme Court, Federal Courts, the Federal Administrative Justice Court, Local Administrative Courts and government agencies charged with the application, management and enforcement of regulatory laws.
2) Our civil & commercial litigation practice covers assistance and
representation in various sophisticated litigations arising out of diverse commercial transactions.
3) Our arbitration practice includes both domestic and int. arbitrations, either ad hoc proceedings or administered by the world’s leading arbitration institutions. Our team’s vast experience provides a mastery of the different rules of procedure applicable, which ensures an efficient and
successful case management.
4) Our tax team offers specialized services across a wide range of tax-related matters: consulting, controversy, and litigation. With the increasing complexity of business transactions, our tax consulting services offer the development and implementation of innovative legal strategies to minimize the tax exposure of our clients.
Chambers Review
Galicia Abogados has a distinguished dispute resolution practice, fielding an experienced bench of practitioners who are active in handling complex arbitration as well as civil and commercial litigation mandates. The Mexico City-based team is frequently sought out by clients to assist with claims arising from numerous sectors such as energy, finance and infrastructure. Galicia Abogados boasts notable experience dealing with breach of contract claims relating to transport and energy infrastructure projects. The legal team counts both party counsel and arbitrators among its ranks.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"We receive fantastic services from Galicia Abogados. The lawyers are very business-oriented and try to find solutions to every hurdle. The partners are very involved and hands-on."
"Galicia Abogados have extensive experience and are highly qualified to deal with complex commercial trials. They stand out for their strategic approach and consistent delivery of successful results."
"We receive fantastic services from Galicia Abogados. The lawyers are very business-oriented and try to find solutions to every hurdle. The partners are very involved and hands-on."
"Galicia Abogados have extensive experience and are highly qualified to deal with complex commercial trials. They stand out for their strategic approach and consistent delivery of successful results."
Notable Practitioners
Knowledgeable partner Cecilia Azar Manzur boasts outstanding capabilities as both party counsel and arbitrator in complex arbitration cases in Mexico.
"Cecilia Azar Manzur is a conscientious, analytical and confident lawyer who shows great performances as an arbitrator."
"Working with Cecilia Azar Manzur is a great experience; her level of sophistication and depth of knowledge in arbitral proceedings are noteworthy."
Esteemed co-head of department Rodrigo Zamora Etcharren is based in Mexico City and is acknowledged by market onlookers as a well-rounded dispute resolution expert. He is adept at advising on both arbitration and commercial litigation proceedings.
"Rodrigo Zamora Etcharren is a very technical litigator. He translates what a litigator would do into business language, which helps a lot in negotiations with other parties."
"Rodrigo Zamora Etcharren translates legal terms into language we can understand. He offers a personalised service and makes us feel secure, and is always available."
Associate-to-watch Santiago Oñate Yañez joins the rankings upon receiving market commendation for his arbitration practice in Mexico. He is active in disputes affecting the energy, infrastructure and insurance sectors.
"Santiago Oñate Yañez is an intelligent and organised lawyer who produces impeccable work."
Ranked Lawyers at
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Mexico
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Industries
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Energy & Natural Resources
Financial
Health
Private Equity
Projects & Infrastructure
Real Estate