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Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez, S.C.

Dispute Resolution: Arbitration

Latin America Guide 2027 : Mexico


Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez, S.C.

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Our Arbitration and Dispute Resolution team is well-known for having leading expertise in both commercial and investor-State arbitrations and our members are often recognized by our clients and peers in the domestic and international markets, including legal advice related to changes in the regulatory framework in Mexico and worldwide as well as on the impact this may have on their business. The team works closely with the other practices of the Firm to provide the best legal services available in the Mexican market.

The services that we offer are:

  • Complex domestic administrative litigation and negotiation with governmental entities.
  • Domestic and international mediation, conciliation and negotiation.
  • Domestic and international commercial arbitration under multiple arbitration rules.
  • Investment arbitration and investor-State dispute settlement (ISDS).
  • Advice in connection with investment protection and government and State disputes, including expert advice with respect to Bilateral Investment Treaties (BITs) and investment protection chapters within the multiple Free Trade Agreements signed and ratified by Mexico.
  • Advice in the analysis of risks and dispute prevention in several transactions and projects, including review and drafting of arbitration clauses and other relevant provisions such as indemnity and damages clauses.
  • Crisis management advice resulting from the new state of affairs in Mexico and the world.

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Dispute Resolution: Arbitration - Mexico

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez houses a revered practice group occupying a leading position in the dispute resolution arena in Mexico. The civil and commercial litigation department excels in dealing with high-stakes civil and commercial disputes, boasting particular expertise in advising key players from the financial services industry on high-level claims. The solid team is also frequently retained by Mexican and international clients to act on arbitration matters, including ICDR, ICC and ICSID proceedings. The department is particularly active assisting with investor-state cases, international trade and commercial disputes, and its clientele hails from a wide range of industries, including energy, banking, financial services, insurance and infrastructure.

Work Highlights

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  • Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez represented Jiangxi Ganfeng Lithium and its subsidiary Bacanora Lithium in an investment arbitration against Mexico regarding measures affecting lithium mining operations.

Strengths

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  • Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez are not only an undisputed authority in the Mexican litigation space, but also true leaders in the field. The team show a wealth of experience and expertise, consistently delivering high-quality advice and strong results.

    Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentLatin America
  • The lawyers at Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez handle complex litigation and intertwined commercial issues superbly. They are remarkably responsive and bring together top-tier practitioners from different disciplines to deliver seamless advice.

    Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentLatin America
  • Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez have a very solid arbitration team with strong technical expertise and practical judgement. They handle complex matters effectively, communicate clearly and are highly organised and reliable throughout the process.

    Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Luis Manuel Jardón Piña
    Band 3Luis Manuel Jardón Piña

    Luis Manuel Jardón Piña

    Luis Manuel Jardón Piña regularly renders advice to clients in the energy and financial spaces. He enjoys market commendation for his arbitration practice in Mexico.

    • Luis Manuel Jardón Piña stands out for his technical expertise and, above all, his excellent judgement. He quickly grasps the problem, separates the relevant from the trivial and proposes clear, practical solutions; he is approachable, responsive and inspires confidence in the handling of complex matters.

      Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentLatin America

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