LAWYER PROFILE

Michell Nader Schekaiban

Latin America 2026

Nader Hayaux & Goebel

Ranked in 5 practice areas

Corporate/M&A: The Elite

Mexico

1 year ranked

Capital Markets

Mexico

16 years ranked

Banking & Finance

Mexico

18 years ranked

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

Mexico

16 years ranked

Real Estate

Mexico

18 years ranked

Contributions and articles

1 Global Practice Guides

1 In-depth overview

About

Provided by Nader Hayaux & Goebel

Latin America

Practice Areas

Michell has been involved in a wide variety of matters in the finance and M&A sectors. His background includes many of the largest and most complex transactions ever done in Mexico and the development of products and structures for clients which have had significant impact on the banking, real estate, capital markets and M&A industries, including the creation of the money transfer system for remittances from the U.S. to Mexico in 1996.

He has been very active in capital market deals, representing sponsors of Fibras, CKDs and issuers of bonds in Mexican and global offerings. He advised the Mexican government in creating the structure for the PPP model for Mexican infrastructure projects and has worked extensively with local governments in the development of their legal and regulatory frameworks for PPPs.

Career

Graduated as an Attorney from Universidad Iberoamericana Law School (summa cum laude). He received his LL.M. in Comparative Law from Georgetown University. Lecturer on Comparative and Commercial Law at the Universidad Iberoamericana.

Publications

Michell regularly writes articles on his areas of expertise. Recent examples include co-author Chambers and Partners, Mexico's overview since 2019 to date, Mexico Corporate M&A Chapter since 2020 to date, Mexico Banking & Finance Chapter 2023; Latin Lawyer – Bank Financing Mexico 2019.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Latin America

Capital Markets - Mexico

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Seasoned capital markets department head Michell Nader Schekaiban is based in Mexico City and has vast experience in assisting clients with public and private offerings including securitisation programmes and equity deals. He is active in the issuance and public offering of long-term debt certificates, as well as regulatory work in the area.

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Banking & Finance - Mexico

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Outstanding practitioner and founding partner Michell Nader Schekaiban has a long-standing track record in banking and finance in Mexico. He possesses extensive capabilities assisting both lenders and borrowers with project and corporate finance.

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Corporate/M&A: The Elite - Mexico

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Esteemed partner Michell Nader Schekaiban enjoys a wealth of experience assisting clients with complex cross-border corporate transactions involving Mexico.

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Mexico

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Established partner Michell Nader Schekaiban benefits from a wealth of experience in restructuring and workouts in the Mexican market. He has a remarkable track record of cross-border mandates involving the US and Mexico.

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Real Estate - Mexico

Band 3

Individual Editorial

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.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Michell Nader Schekaiban is a senior partner with extensive experience in capital markets. He is excellent at dealing with complex transactions.
Capital MarketsChambers Latin America
Michell Nader Schekaiban is a great lawyer who is characterised by his excellent professionalism, client service and performance.
Capital MarketsChambers Latin America
Michell Nader Schekaiban is an industry benchmark with deep knowledge of financial matters. He has extraordinary personal qualities and is a top-tier lawyer whom I respect and admire.
Banking & FinanceChambers Latin America
Michell Nader Schekaiban is a legend in finance. It's truly admirable to see how he works and resolves issues; he does an impeccable job.
Banking & FinanceChambers Latin America
Michell Nader Schekaiban possesses an invaluable strategic vision. He has an excellent understanding of complex issues.
Corporate/M&A: The EliteChambers Latin America
Michell is the best M&A lawyer I have had the opportunity to work with. He is strategic, analytical and shows impeccable interactions not only with his clients but also with other parties.
Corporate/M&A: The EliteChambers Latin America