Dispute Resolution: Civil & Commercial Litigation
Latin America Guide 2025 : Mexico
Band 3
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Provided by Santamarina y Steta SC
Our firm maintains a leading position in the arbitration, litigation and ADR fields, and we handle both international and domestic arbitrations, under various arbitration rules. Members act both, as party representatives and arbitrators in ad hoc and administered proceedings. As part of the ADR we provide advice on mediation, the creation and execution of Dispute Boards and the use of expert opinions, among others. S+S additionally handles litigation including appeals and matters before the Federal Supreme Court of Justice. Cases mainly involve infrastructure projects, construction, gas and energy, class actions, shareholders’ disputes, recovery of past due portfolios, joint-ventures, international sale of goods, software licenses, insurance, assignment of rights, commercial transactions in general, and civil liability and pain and suffering matters. Some of such cases are cross-border disputes. We have represented clients in arbitration proceedings before several private and public administering authorities, including: International Chamber of Commerce (ICC); International Court of Arbitration; National Chamber of Commerce of Mexico City (CANACO); and the Mexican Arbitration Center (CAM). Some of our arbitration lawyers are members of one or more of the Mexican arbitration institutions, including ICC-Mexico and CANACO.
Chambers Review
Full-service firm Santamarina y Steta benefits from its solid experience handling dispute resolution mandates in Mexico's civil and commercial litigation area. The team acts for international clients from a number of sectors, including automotive, real estate, retail, financial and consumer products.
Work Highlights
- Santamarina y Steta represented the Inter-American Investment Corporation in a mortgage foreclosure claim filed against Nixte and others.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Santamarina y Steta have consistently demonstrated excellence in managing commercial and civil litigation. They keep clients updated and informed about the progress of their cases."
"Santamarina y Steta have consistently demonstrated excellence in managing commercial and civil litigation. They keep clients updated and informed about the progress of their cases."
Notable Practitioners
Partner Carlos Olvera continues to obtain market appreciation for his presence in the civil and commercial litigation realm in Mexico. He is active in disputes deriving from the banking and finance and retail industries.
"Carlos Olvera's expertise in civil and commercial litigation is remarkable. He possesses a deep understanding of legal intricacies and demonstrates a high level of proficiency in complex matters."
Partner Roberto Fernández del Valle continues to elicit significant praise from clients for his expertise in civil and commercial litigation in Mexico. He is active in disputes arising in the financial, real estate and entertainment sectors.
"Roberto Fernández del Valle is a great lawyer who has a clear understanding of his clients' needs."
Up-and-coming partner Carlos Brehm enters the rankings this year after garnering endorsement from interviewees for his handling of civil and commercial litigation mandates in Mexico. He frequently represents clients from the banking and real estate spheres.
"There has never been a time when I have contacted Carlos Brehmand he hasn't answered. He displays outstanding responsiveness and he is an agile, creative and practical litigator."
Ranked Lawyers at
Santamarina y Steta SC
Mexico
Clients
Provided by Santamarina y Steta SC
Abengoa México, S.A. de C.V.
Banco Invex, S.A.
Copisa Proyectos
Corporación Geo, S.A.B. de C.V.
Cydsa, S.A.B. de C.V.
Daimler Financial Services México, S. de R.L. de C.V.
El Palacio de Hierro, S.A. de C.V.
Exportadora de Sal, S.A. de C.V.
General Motors de México, S. de R.L. de C.V.
Gimsa División Industrial, S.A. de C.V.
Grupo Financiero Banorte
Grupo Industrial Monclova, S.A. de C.V.
Grupo Kuo, S.A. de C.V.
Grupo Vasconia, S.A.B. de C.V.
Hipotecaria Su Casita SOFOM, S.A. de C.V.
Holcim México, S.A. de C.V.
Home Depot México, S. de R.L. de C.V.
Industria Mexicana del Aluminio, S.A. de C.V
Industrias John Deere, S.A. de C.V.
Infraestructuras México, S.A. de C.V.
Lend Lease México, S.A. de C.V.
Lloyd Helicopters , Limited
Peñafiel Aguas Minerales S.A. de C.V.
Sales del Istmo, S.A. de C.V.
Sefise S.A. de C.V.
Sistemas Energéticos, Sisa, S.A. de C.V.
Stewart Title Guaranty de México, S.A. de C.V.
Swiss Confederation
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Provided by Santamarina y Steta SC
Aerospace & Defence
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Commercial & Professional Services
Construction & Materials
Energy
Financial Services
Food & Drink Producers
Government
Industrial Engineering
Insurance
Mining & Metals
Private Clients / Individuals
Real Estate Finance
Retail
Software & Computer Services
Sports
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