Basila Abogados, S.C. is a boutique law firm specializing in high quality legal advice in financial and transactional matters, providing clients with the insight to identify opportunities and deliver innovative solutions for the development of new businesses. Our expertise in financial and securities law, capital markets, private equity, structured finance, and both public and private placements gives our clients a competitive edge in navigating complex legal challenges.
Established with the mission to ward and enhance our clients position in the Mexican market, the firm also features a litigation team with over 25 years of experience. We are adept at handling complex litigation of all scales across financial and securities law, commercial bankruptcy, administrative-constitutional law, and civil-commercial disputes.
Our team have advised and represented a wide range of organizations and investors both domestic and international as well as the Mexican government. We have worked across sectors such as water, antitrust, energy, electricity, infrastructure, maritime, mining, ports, insurance and bonding, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, medical equipment,
telecommunications, broadcasting, transportation, among others.
Client satisfaction is our top priority. We emphasize reliability and collaboration to ensure that every client receives tailored and attentive service. Our multidisciplinary team provides proactive, strategic solutions from project conception through every phase of implementation.
Basila Abogados, S.C. is recognized by several leading publications, including Chambers and Partners.
With a proven track record, we advise Mexican and international clients on setting up optimal legal structures for issuers, private equity and credit funds, and manage investment and disbursement processes across various industries, including transportation, pharmaceuticals, real estate, hospitality, entertainment, and education.
Acknowledged for its leadership in the field, our firm was instrumental in launching the Development Capital Certificates (Certificados de Capital de Desarrollo or CKDs) and has advised multiple private equity funds on raising capital for financing businesses and projects. We also continue to create innovative structures for clients involving structured debt, equity, and quasi-equity securities in the public markets.
Our private equity practice includes advice for the creation of investment vehicles such as limited partnerships, segregated portfolio companies, private equity trusts, and passive income trusts. We also have experience with asset securitization and issuing a broad range of structured financial instruments, including equity, debt, and mezzanine
structures.
Basila Abogados, S.C. has extensive experience representing domestic and international clients in business integrations in Mexico, providing legal support for company formation and operations, as well as in the negotiation and execution of mergers and acquisitions involving both local and foreign entities.
We provide legal representation before Mexican financial and securities authorities, stock exchanges, central securities depositories, and other market participants. Our firm regularly advises on obtaining regulatory approval to incorporate or acquire financial entities, including financial groups, banking institutions, mutual fund operators, and independent investment advisors.
Structuring of new financial instruments and securities, such as Equity Development Certificates (CKD’s) and Investment Projects Certificates (CERPIS), to raise private equity and venture capital funds, for the financing of companies and real estate projects.
The members of the firm have broad experience advising clients in the issuance of debt and capital placements, including private placements.
The firm has experience in advising foreign and Mexican clients in the participation of foreign investment entities in regulated companies, as well as obtaining neutral investment authorizations from the General Direction of Foreign Investment of the Ministry of Economy
The firm also has experience in the structuring of new financial instruments and securities, such as Equity Development Certificates (CKD’s) and Investment Projects Certificates (CERPIS), to raise private equity and venture capital funds, for the financing of companies and real estate projects.
The members of the firm have broad experience in the drafting and negotiation of domestic and international contracts, including investment agreements, sales purchase agreements, shareholders’ agreements, debt restructuring agreements, trust agreements, among others.
The firm has a broad experience in representing national and international clients in initiating businesses in Mexico, advising in the incorporation and operation of new companies in Mexico, as well as negotiating and representing clients in several mergers and acquisitions of local and foreign companies.
BA litigates before the federal or common courts in Mexico City or several states of the Mexican Republic in aspects related to financial-securities matters; commercial bankruptcy and insolvency procedures before the District Courts Specialized in Commercial Bankruptcy; financial services contracts, conflicts between shareholders, special lawsuits for the execution of bonds and insurance claims; special maritime trials for salvage remuneration; collective or class actions, emotional distress damages, medical liability (torts), maquila service contracts, sports centers, hotel industry, executive trials, attachments, as well as judicial and extrajudicial collection and recovery of accounts receivable, among others.
BA advises on preventive or administrative proceedings before the corresponding authority; nullity trials before the Administrative Justice Court (local or federal), as well as constitutional trials (amparo) before the District Courts in Administrative Matters, or those Specialized in Antitrust, Broadcasting and Telecommunications, as applicable; trials for state damages and liability and public actions for the nullity or defense of rights derived from administrative acts.
Our lawyers are experienced in analysis, structuring and modifications related to corporate governance in companies, funds and issuers, as well as the signing of new talents specialized in regulation and implementation of ESG (Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance) projects. The firm also has experience in sustainability reporting and review processes, issuance of green, social and sustainability-linked bonds (SLBs), as well as the implementation of sustainable financing strategies and programs tailored to the needs of our clients.
August 1, 2025
On August 1, 2025, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) of the United States
Department of the Treasury published a Frequently Asked Questions (“FAQs”) document that does
not modify the determination adopted or the effective date of the orders issued on June 25, 2025
under Section 2313a of the FEND Off Fentanyl Act
July 21, 2025
On July 21, 2025, a resolution was published in the Official Gazette of the Federation (Diario Oficial de la
Federación)(“DOF”) amending the General Provisions on Financial Matters of the Retirement Savings
Systems (Disposiciones de Carácter General en Materia Financiera de los Sistemas de Ahorro para el
Retiro)(the "CUF"), which aim to strengthen the investment schemes applicable to the specialized
investment companies of retirement funds (the "SIEFORE").
June 25, 2025
On June 25, 2025, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”)
issued an order under Section 2313a of the FEND Off Fentanyl Act, imposing restrictions on certain fund transfers
involving Vector Casa de Bolsa, CI Banco, and Intercam Banco, all financial institutions operating outside the
United States
May 21, 2025
On May 21, 2025, the draft amendment to the General Provisions Applicable to Stock
Exchanges was submitted to the National Commission for Regulatory Improvement
(Comisión Nacional de Mejora Regulatoria) (the "CONAMER"), to align the regulatory
framework with the amendment to the Securities Market Law (Ley del Mercado de
Valores), published on December 28, 2023 (the "Amendment"). This alignment is
particularly important with respect to the new figure of Simplified Issuers (the "Simplified
Issuers") and the simplified registration of securities
October 31, 2024
On October 31, 2024, A Decree amending article 107 and adding article 105 of the Political Constitution of the United Mexican States (the “Constitutional Amendments” or the “Amendments”) was published in the Official Gazette of the Federation (“DOF”). This change establishes that constitutional controversies and actions of unconstitutionality will not proceed against amendments or additions to the Federal Constitution, nor will amparo proceedings be applicable in such cases.
October 25, 2024
On October 25, 2024, the Resolution amending and adding the Investment Regime (the “Amendments to the Investment Regime” or the “Amendments”) was published in the Official Gazette of the Federation (“DOF”).
January 21, 2025
The recent publication of the secondary regulation on January 21, 2025, marks a turning point in access to stock market financing. With this regulatory framework in force, companies have a more agile, accessible and efficient mechanism to issue securities in the market, opening new opportunities for their growth and consolidation.
In this context, from Basila Abogados and Momentum Mexico, we present:
- Handbook for the Simplified Issuance of Securities in Mexico, a practical resource designed to guide companies in structuring issuances under the new simplified regime, providing clarity on the requirements, procedures and advantages of the model.
Developed with the support of Mobilist, a UK Government program committed to the mobilization of capital to emerging markets, and presented at the British Embassy in Mexico / British Embassy Mexico City, in an event that brought together key players in the financial and stock market sector.
This initiative responds to a pressing need: to facilitate the access of more companies to the stock market, reduce financing barriers and promote a more dynamic and inclusive stock market ecosystem.
We invite all interested parties to consult these documents and take advantage of the opportunities offered by this new financing scheme.
Consult this resource and learn about the opportunities that the debt market can offer your company!
January 21, 2025
In collaboration with Basila Abogados and Momentum Mexico, with the support of the MOBILIST program of the Government of the United Kingdom supported by the British Embassy Mexico City, we have developed the Handbook on Corporate Debt Issuance of Debt in the Mexican Market.
What does this manual offer?
- A practical guide to understanding the process of issuing debt securities.
- Clear explanations of regulatory requirements and key steps.
- Specific guidance for issuers interested in taking advantage of this financing mechanism.
This Handbook was presented at an event held at the British Embassy in Mexico on January 30th, where key players from the financial and securities sectors gathered.
Consult this resource and learn about the opportunities that the debt market can offer your company!
June 25, 2025
On June 25, 2025, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”)
issued an order under Section 2313a of the FEND Off Fentanyl Act, imposing restrictions on certain fund transfers
involving Vector Casa de Bolsa, CI Banco, and Intercam Banco, all financial institutions operating outside the
United States
Nov 01, 2024
Thiago brings over 18 years of experience in corporate finance, specializing in M&A, debt restructuring, corporate strategy, valuation, and portfolio risk management. His expertise combines extensive financial advisory experience with deep knowledge of Afores and private equity managers in Mexico and abroad
May 28, 2024
In response to the new needs of governments, non-governmental organizations, investors and issuers to adopt and strengthen sustainable development practices, we announce the opening of the ESG (Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance) practice area.
Mar 26, 2024
On March 26, 2024, the Decree amending, adding and repealing several provisions of the Credit Instruments and Operations General Law and the Credit Entities and Auxiliary Activities General Law (the "Amendment Decree" or the "Decree") was published in the evening edition of the Official Gazette of the Federation.
