Martens Abogados, S.C. — Mexico

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The firm: Litigation law firm specialized in complex business disputes, recognized as one of Mexico’s leading dispute resolution firms by the most prestigious international publications. Our results and history speak for themselves: we are a unique firm that constantly exceeds our clients’ expectations. We actively participate, with the same level of excellence, in administrative, civil, constitutional and commercial litigation matters, and in domestic and international arbitration proceedings. Within seven years since its foundation, Martens has become the go-to litigation firm when there is no margin of error, when the complexity and sophistication of the dispute demand a flawless strategy and execution, and when it seem that there is no way around a legal challenge. Unique among its class, Martens is comprised by a solid and diverse group of rigorously trained professionals, and it distinguishes itself by its unique track record and its ability to develop strategies and arguments that end up becoming relevant judicial precedents for the Mexican legal system. Our team has deep knowledge of the Mexican legal system and its interpretation, as well as broad judicial experience before federal and local courts. We do not improvise, once that we decide to handle a matter, it is meticulously analysed; we develop different strategies and routes; we anticipate and foresee different scenarios; and each procedural decision is carefully evaluated. - Practice areas Administrative and constitutional litigation: We have broad experience defending and representing companies against administrative acts and omissions that affect their rights, interests, and legitimate expectations. We have successfully challenged countless acts issued by federal, state, and municipal authorities. We are experts designing and implementing multidisciplinary and comprehensive strategies against highly delicate acts and official decisions. Civil and commercial litigation: We have successfully represented our clients in hundreds of amparo trials against all types of actions by federal and local authorities nationwide. We understand, as few law firms in the country do, each of the procedural specifics of this complex constitutional procedure. The nature of our arguments and approaches frequently lead us to the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation, body before which we have obtained a significant number of favorable judgments and relevant judicial precedents for our clients and for the Mexican legal system. Our clients generally operate in highly regulated sectors, which is why we have earned extensive and successful experience litigating before and against all kinds of public authorities, in a broad range of sectors. We develop and implement strategic claims that challenge restrictions and distortions that in any way prevent the proper operation of our clients. We regularly achieve favorable results of great individual and collective impact. We have broad experience developing creative and solid arguments, in the comprehensive and precise control of the judicial file, in offering and filing highly technical evidence, in filing and handling motions and remedies, and in the due enforcement of favorable judgments for our clients’ interests. We have actively intervened, in leading roles, in some of the most relevant constitutional disputes in modern Mexico. We advise business chambers and organizations, law firms, international and local companies, in developing comprehensive defense strategies that involve amparo proceedings in which the operation and the survival of companies and private economic sectors are at stake. The nature of our arguments and approaches frequently lead us to Mexico’s Supreme Court, before which we have obtained a significant number of favorable judgments and relevant judicial precedents for our clients and for the Mexican legal system. Civil, commercial litigation, and arbitration: We handle civil and commercial disputes, as well as arbitration proceedings that involve relevant interests. We meticulously analyze every detail of the controversies that our clients entrust to us, whether as plaintiffs, defendants or third parties. We develop and implement effective and insightful strategies that generate successful outcomes for our clients before local and federal courts countrywide. We vigorously represent our clients in negotiations with hostile counterparties. We identify and use all the legal mechanisms available to our clients to effectively defend them in particularly complex disputes, in which the ordinary operation and even the survival of the business depends on the outcome of the dispute. We have broad experience handling pre-trial measures such as injunctions, in which we have achieved relevant precedents for our clients and the Mexican legal system. As well, we have developed a strong practice representing clients in appeals and even in amparo proceedings, and we have been able to remedy substantial and procedural deficiencies, obtaining successful results in cases that seemed lost. Our recent experience includes contractual and non-contractual civil liability litigation (damages); disputes in which the validity of resolutions adopted by the corporate boards and committees is discussed, disputes among shareholders of commercial public and private companies; disputes in which the validity of civil and commercial acts and their effects are fully or partially disputed; domestic and international arbitrations; as well as judicial proceedings in support of such arbitrations, among others. ### Languages - Spanish - English ### Staffing Figures - 3 Partners - 14 Other fee-earners - 5 Other staff - 22 Total staff

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Federico Martens

Partner With nearly two decades of experience, Federico is a leading figure in Mexico’s dispute resolution landscape. As head of the firm’s litigation practice, he has built a reputation as a sharp legal strategist, seamlessly navigating both high-stakes administrative disputes and complex commercial conflicts. In the constitutional arena, Federico has successfully led numerous amparo proceedings, securing precedent-setting victories for clients in heavily regulated industries. His deep understanding of administrative law and procedural strategy has proven invaluable in disputes involving government entities, often shaping regulatory outcomes that extend far beyond individual cases. On the commercial front, Federico regularly handles high-value shareholder disputes, contract litigation, and civil liability matters, securing favorable outcomes in cases involving intricate legal and financial stakes. His recent successes include resolving multimillion-dollar contractual disputes and representing corporate clients in shareholder conflicts that required both litigation skill and a deep understanding of corporate governance. What sets Federico apart is his ability to balance rigorous legal analysis with a keen focus on business realities. He understands that litigation isn’t just about winning cases—it’s about protecting clients’ long-term interests in a way that aligns with their strategic objectives. This dual expertise is particularly valuable in cases where regulatory and commercial concerns intersect, allowing him to craft holistic solutions that go beyond conventional litigation approaches. Clients appreciate his hands-on involvement, clear communication, and meticulous approach to case strategy. He ensures that each litigation team is structured to meet the unique demands of every case, whether it involves constitutional challenges, high-stakes commercial disputes, or both. Federico’s track record speaks for itself—his ability to deliver results across a wide range of disputes cements his reputation as one of Mexico’s most well-rounded and effective litigators. · Litigation

Luis Gerardo Gonzalez

Partner Lawyer specialized in litigation with more than 10 years of experience in commercial, civil, administrative, and constitutional disputes of great importance and significance. Every day he intervenes in complex procedures involving the interests of greatest relevance to the livelihood of his clients. Luis has successfully handled a number of administrative, civil, constitutional, and mercantile proceedings, from the design of the litigation strategy to the last stage of execution of judgments. Likewise, Luis regularly advises companies in the identification, prevention and, if necessary, mitigation of highly sensitive contingencies. He has taught at the undergraduate and graduate levels in different procedural matters such as Civil Procedural Law, Commercial Oral Trials and General Theory of Process, both at the Universidad Iberoamericana and at the Instituto de la Judicatura Federal. · Litigation