FinTech Guide 2026 : Mexico
Ranked Individual
Provided by Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez, S.C.
We have unparalleled capabilities in Mexico for partnering with our clients in executing innovative ways to provide financial services. We are convinced that the future of financial services will be based on the use of technology. Our Firm’s model, which is predicated on well-defined practice areas and industry focus expertise, brings together the talent of our professionals with a holistic approach to the most innovative structures and services.
We have deep knowledge of all legal aspects of financial technology matters in Mexico, which includes the newly-issued Fintech legislation in general (crowdfunding, electronic payment funds, virtual assets, innovative models (sandbox), payment processing and media disposal systems, open banking, but also financial regulation applicable to the use of digital channels by financial entities, on-line lending, money transmitters, and the use of technology in financial services in general.
We have vast experience in authorization procedures before Mexican regulations, including electronic payments companies, crowdfunding institutions, Sofipos, banks, broker dealers and investment funds, as well as particular authorizations for the use of digital onboarding, correspondent banking, service providers, among others.
Also, the Firm helps clients with all of their legal needs in Mexico, including incorporation of companies and capital raising, tax issues, M&A, anti-money laundering and IT registration.
Provided by Chambers
Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez, S.C. is a top-flight firm that advises start-ups, financial institutions, investors and technology companies on the full range of FinTech mandates. The team has extensive expertise in advising clients on FinTech licences and on the regulatory aspects of financing rounds. It also helps clients with IP, data protection and AML matters.
Provided by Chambers
Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez, S.C. advised Stori on its merger with Savvi Financieros.
Provided by Chambers
Creel's regulatory team has unparalleled credibility with the regulators. They bring not only technical knowledge but also practical guidance on how regulators interpret rules in real time.
Creel's strengths include their empathy and ability to understand clients' needs and their extensive technical knowledge of Mexican regulatory issues, which translates into highly accurate advice.
Their lawyers are extraordinary and have great customer service.
Provided by Chambers
Juan Carlos demonstrates a good response time, mastery of financial and regulatory issues, and a good understanding of my company's business model.
Juan Carlos combines deep industry knowledge and mastery of regulatory precedents with a pragmatic, business-oriented approach that few peers can match.
FinTech Legal
Provided by Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez, S.C.
Juan Carlos Ollivier Moran
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