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Nader Hayaux & Goebel

Real Estate

Latin America Guide 2026 : Mexico


Nader Hayaux & Goebel

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Our Real Estate Practice Group is one of the largest and most important in its field.

For many years, we have had a solid track record in the sector given the depth of experience and range of expertise of the team with a renowned innovative and creative approach. The team is known for handling novel transactions and for having the experience and expertise to devise new ways of acquiring and developing real estate.

Our team has advised different parties in all types of transactions such as: (i) project financing; (ii) purchase, sale, development, construction and marketing of mixed-use real estate, including office buildings, shopping centers, hotels, resorts, industrial, hospitality and residential projects; (iii) structuring and creating investment trusts, such as Fibras (the Mexican equivalent of US REITs); (iv) structuring and creating national and international investment funds both privately and publicly traded, including Real Estate CKDs (structured equity securities); (v) issuance of debentures and securitization of mortgage backed securities and rent roll; (vi) structuring and implementing time-share, fractional ownership, condo hotels and similar structures; (vii) sale-lease backs; (viii) structuring of joint ventures; (ix) private and public offerings of real estate securities; (x) acquisitions of properties through debt-equity conversions; (xi) tax advice; and (x) analysis regarding concessions of public property for use in real estate developments.

Clients (15)

  • Bancomext
  • Marriott
  • Macquarie Asset Management
  • FibraHotel
  • Properties 1754
  • Metlife
  • Danske Bank
  • BBVA
  • Banco Sabadell
  • Credit Suisse
  • HSBC Mexico
  • Deutsche post DHL Group
  • Banco Mercantil del Norte
  • Grupo Murano
  • Prudential

Chambers Review

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Real Estate - Mexico

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Nader Hayaux & Goebel is a top-tier team with a leading position in the Mexican real estate sphere. The experienced practice group boasts a strong specialisation in real estate, frequently winning mandates to advise on sophisticated transactions in this space. The firm possesses strong expertise in real estate finance, acting for clients on bank and securities financing for the development and sale of real properties, particularly those in the hospitality sector. Nader Hayaux & Goebel also counsels clients on refinancing existing debt of owners of high-value real estate assets. The firm's client portfolio comprises banks, development funds, hotel conglomerates and insurance companies.

Work Highlights

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  • Nader Hayaux & Goebel advised Grupo Murano on the refinancing of its Grand Island Cancun real estate project.

Strengths

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  • Nader Hayaux & Goebel has strong experience and knowledge, as well as a team that is able to solve all legal issues.

    Real Estate respondentLatin America
  • Nader Hayaux & Goebel stands out for its deep knowledge of the Mexican real estate market and its ability to structure complex transactions with legal precision and strategic vision.

    Real Estate respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Vanessa Franyutti Johnstone
    Band 1Vanessa Franyutti Johnstone

    Vanessa Franyutti Johnstone

    Stellar partner Vanessa Franyutti Johnstone plays a key role advising clients on real estate matters arising in the residential field in Mexico. She also displays significant expertise in handling real estate finance mandates.

    • Vanessa Franyutti Johnston is very experienced in sophisticated real estate trust mandates. She's highly knowledgeable of the applicable legislation.

      Real Estate respondentLatin America
    • Vanessa Franyutti Johnstone is extremely focused, highly technical and deeply committed. She's a driving force that never stops, who perfectly aligns the interests of parties in negotiations.

      Real Estate respondentLatin America
  • Band 3Michell Nader Schekaiban
    Band 3Michell Nader Schekaiban

    Michell Nader Schekaiban

    Noted partner Michell Nader Schekaiban continues to pride itself on significant expertise advising clients on real estate finance mandates, joint ventures and share purchases in the real estate sphere.

    • Michell Nader Schekaiban is a key lawyer with a great skill in solving problems.

      Real Estate respondentLatin America
  • Band 5Alejandro Rojas
    Band 5Alejandro Rojas

    Alejandro Rojas

    Partner Alejandro Rojas is commended for his expertise in the real estate sphere in Mexico. He garners praise for his experience in the hospitality industry, specifically in relation to the acquisition and sale of hotels.

    • Alejandro Rojas is quick, clear and combines technical mastery with an understanding of the business. He has excellent analytical skills and adapts well to complex contexts.

      Real Estate respondentLatin America

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