Dispute Resolution: Civil & Commercial Litigation
Latin America Guide 2025 : Mexico
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Von Wobeser y Sierra, S.C. has developed this practice area very effectively in the face of the growing demand for specialized services in high level litigation involving claims for significant amounts in damages and lost profits, arising from contractual breaches or wrongful acts in general.
In this regard, the Firm has taken advantage of the experience acquired after many years involvement in arbitral proceedings and in court trials and administrative proceedings and has successfully applied this experience to commercial trials before Mexican courts. We have represented the interests of our clients, participating together with recognized litigators in the Mexican forum, in several of the most important cases, in terms of the amounts involved and complexity, before local and federal courts in Mexico.
A primary characteristic of our services in this area is to always look out for the best interests of our clients, avoiding to the extent possible the promotion of extended litigation resulting in big costs and often impractical resolutions. Therefore, the experience of the Firm in complex negotiations leads us to always orient our clients towards achieving the best settlements possible, conciliating the interests of the parties, resolving the problems and not encouraging their continuance indefinitely.
Chambers Review
Von Wobeser y Sierra stands out for its market-leading dispute resolution department in Mexico, encompassing a recognised group of practitioners who handle matters resolved via both arbitration and civil and commercial litigation. The legal team boasts particular prestige in the arbitration domain, handling sophisticated international cases involving Mexican parties in both the commercial and investor-state contexts. Von Wobeser y Sierra possesses additional expertise in civil and commercial litigation such as breach of contract claims, with further involvement in class actions. The department's clientele encompasses key players in the energy and food and beverage industries.
Work Highlights
- Von Wobeser y Sierra's arbitration practitioners represented Dal-Tile in an investment claim against Mexico under NAFTA's Chapter 11, and in local judicial proceedings pertaining to the enforcement of an arbitration agreement concerning a commercial dispute.
Strengths
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"In complex matters, Von Wobeser y Sierra's team reacts on time to avoid major problems or the escalation of the situation. They act professionally and respectfully in emotionally charged cases."
"Von Wobeser y Sierra's senior partners are not only highly specialised, but they, and their respective extended teams, are always responsive and diligent even with very complicated controversies."
"In complex matters, Von Wobeser y Sierra's team reacts on time to avoid major problems or the escalation of the situation. They act professionally and respectfully in emotionally charged cases."
"Von Wobeser y Sierra's senior partners are not only highly specialised, but they, and their respective extended teams, are always responsive and diligent even with very complicated controversies."
Notable Practitioners
Eminent practitioner Claus von Wobeser enjoys unparalleled prestige in the Mexican disputes arena for his expertise in arbitrations in Mexico and in international arbitration cases affecting Mexican parties. Claus von Wobeser is frequently sought out by clients for his prowess as an arbitrator, and he also possesses capabilities as party counsel.
"Claus von Wobeser is one of the most esteemed international arbitration practitioners and arbitrators based in Mexico. He is a dean of the arbitration practice."
"Claus von Wobeser stands out for his complete knowledge of arbitration and his excellent client service. He is always up to date with the progress of our matters."
Mexico City-based dispute resolution partner Adrián Magallanes elicits impressive praise from market commentators for his impressive expertise across the spectrum of civil and commercial litigation and arbitration mandates.
"Adrián Magallanes is an extraordinarily savvy lawyer with an unique ability to work on complicated legal issues. He offers strategic and crystal-clear advice to his clients."
"In court proceedings, Adrián Magallanes can explain complex issues in a simple way. He demonstrates flexibility and adaptability, and is quick on his feet. He is also a concise and persuasive speaker."
Key partner Diego Sierra is adept at handling civil and commercial litigation proceedings in Mexico. He regularly acts as counsel to companies from the food and beverage, oil and gas, and consumer products spaces.
"Diego Sierrais able to translate legal terms to help me understand the complexity of the situation. He goes beyond his professional responsibilities, adapting to the sensitivity of our matter."
Up-and-coming partner Montserrat Manzano continues to gain market recognition for her knowledge and expertise in the Mexican arbitration arena. She is experienced in advising clients from the manufacturing and technology industries.
"Montserrat Manzano leads very complex arbitration cases. She efficiently manages her team and guides the strategy, which ultimately leads us to a positive result."
Ranked Lawyers at
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Mexico
Members
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Head of Department
Pablo Fautsch
Raymundo Soberanis
Clients
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Adidas
Anheuser Busch-InBev
BMW
COMMISA
DF Deutsche Forfait AG
Fresenius Medical Care
Mitsubishi
Mitsui
Syngenta Agro
TK Holdings - Takata
Industries
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Aerospace & Defence
Automobiles & Parts
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Construction & Materials
Consumer Product Manufacturing
Energy
Food & Drink Producers
Government
Insurance
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Real Estate
Real Estate Finance
Retail
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