Strategic Advocacy in Commercial Arbitraition

Strategic Advocacy in Commercial Arbitraition

History

Sepúlveda y Díaz Noriega, S.C. (SepLaw) specializes in commercial arbitration and high-stakes dispute resolution, delivering tailored, results-driven legal strategies for businesses and investors. Founded in 2014 by Alfonso Sepúlveda and Habib Díaz Noriega, the firm provides agile, business-focused counsel, ensuring direct partner involvement in every case.

With extensive experience in domestic and international arbitration, SEPLAW represents corporations, financial institutions, and investors before leading arbitral institutions. The firm handles corporate, contractual, investment, energy, and infrastructure disputes, combining deep legal expertise with a business-oriented approach to secure favorable outcomes.

In 2018, Luis Fuentes was appointed as a partner to strengthen regulatory and administrative litigation practice, enhancing arbitration-related dispute management. In 2023, Julián López and Koichi Herrera Sato joined as partners, adding a fresh perspective on commercial litigation and arbitration while expanding SEPLAW´s capabilities in rural law and right-of-way issues under oil and gas regulations.

Their expertise enhances the firm’s ability to handle complex, multi-jurisdictional disputes in the energy and infrastructure sectors, reinforcing SepLaw’s position as a leader in commercial arbitration.

Alfonso Sepúlveda, formerly legal counsel for a major telecommunications corporation, ensures arbitration strategies that align with corporate objectives and cost-efficient solutions. Habib Díaz Noriega, with experience in the Federal Judiciary, provides insight into judicial reasoning and arbitration enforcement. As a law professor for over 25 years, he brings extensive expertise in procedural law, human rights, amparo, and corporate law, strengthening the firm’s legal strategies and academic depth.

Culture
and Values

We don’t just practice law—we craft intelligent, forward-thinking legal strategies that align with our clients’ business goals. Our firm is built on the following core values:

Sophisticated Legal Advice We provide nuanced, high-level counsel, going beyond standard legal solutions to anticipate risks and create winning strategies.
Honesty & Integrity Trust is at the core of our practice. We believe in transparent, ethical, and straightforward legal counsel, ensuring that clients always receive candid and strategic advice.
Responsiveness & Agility Legal challenges require swift and precise action. We prioritize efficiency and responsiveness, delivering timely, insightful guidance in high-stakes matters.
Seniority & Leadership Our team consists of seasoned legal professionals with deep expertise in litigation, arbitration, and regulatory matters. Every case benefits from direct partner involvement and a strategic, experience-driven approach.
International Perspective With a global outlook and cross-border expertise, we help businesses and investors navigate complex international disputes with seamless, well-coordinated strategies.
Holistic & Business-Oriented Solutions We integrate legal, corporate, and financial perspectives to provide comprehensive, tailored solutions that align with broader business objectives.
Wise & Tactical Strategies Success requires precision, foresight, and execution. We develop strategic, results-driven legal solutions, ensuring that every action is aligned with our clients’ long-term interests.

We are more than legal advisors—we are trusted, strategic partners, delivering honest, sophisticated, and results-oriented legal solutions in an evolving global landscape.

Corporate Responsibilities

Legal Excellence with a Commitment to Social Justice

SEPLAW is a leading Mexican law firm recognized for its strategic legal counsel and high-level dispute resolution. In addition to serving corporate clients, we are committed to promoting access to justice by dedicating part of our time and resources to pro bono work through the Mexican Bar Foundation (Fundación Barra Mexicana, A.C.).

As part of this initiative, SEPLAW provides free legal assistance to individuals and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that lack the financial resources to secure quality legal representation. Our team supports cases involving human rights, constitutional protections, and public interest litigation, ensuring that those in vulnerable situations receive strong and effective legal advocacy.

SEPLAW delivers sophisticated advocacy, strategic insight, and results-driven arbitration solutions, ensuring efficient, business-focused dispute resolution.