Basham Ringe & Correa
Basham, Ringe y Correa, is a full-service firm that was founded in 1912 and has three offices throughout Mexico’s main cities.
During the research period, the firm was active in banking and finance as well as M&A. It’s M&A practice, specifically Juan José López de Silanes, led the firm as lead partner to client SAAM in its acquisition by the
German international shipping and container transport company, Hapag-LLoyd.
This is representation of the firm’s exceptional ability to support foreign investment into the Mexican market.
The firm’s finance work included
the significantly impactful credit agreement to the fund called “Fondo Especial para Financiamientos Agropecuarios”
for financing in the agriculture sector.
"Basham is very professional and responsive, and they can always provide us with useful and practical advice and suggestions which are so beneficial to our project."
“Miguel Peralta has good expertise and abundant experience in advising the cross-border financing project, and he offered great service and valuable advice to our client throughout the whole project.”
Key
clients
include
SAAM,
QuadReal Property Group,
Klöckner,
Mohawk Industries,
Stirling Square Capital Partners,
Growth Accelaration Partners,
Lincoln Electric International Holding Company,
Automotive Veritas de Mexico,
Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology Corp,
Workwear
Outfiters,
Grupo Carso,
Culligan International Company, and
Kohler Co.
are a few of the firm’s key clients.
bgbg
Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (“bgbg”) is a leading full-service law firm in Mexico with offices in Mexico City, Querétaro, and Madrid. The firm advises domestic and international clients across diverse sectors, offering legal services in financial law, fintech, banking, compliance, anti-money laundering, anti-corruption, corporate law, insurance, real estate, labor, M&A, venture capital, privacy, litigation, arbitration, and more. Clients include corporations, financial institutions, fintechs, SOFOMES, insurance companies, investment funds, and regulatory entities.
The firm has developed close relationships with
several notable clients such as Grupo Sandvik, BlackRock, Uber, Grupo
Lucalza and Hispasat.
" Swift responses, in-depth knowledge, amicable, business-minded approach."
Cuatrecasas
Cuatrecasas is a business law firm founded in 1917 in Barcelona, Spain. It now has offices in 13 countries. The firm has over 30 lawyers in Mexico at its Mexico City
location. The firm advises banks on refinancing in the tourism industry and has
expertise in energy and infrastructure.
The firm also advised their client on specific contractual and regulatory matters to structure the sale of 13 power plants.
DLA Piper
DLA Piper
Mexico, a global law firm with a presence in over 40 countries, offers legal solutions to businesses worldwide. Their Mexico City office provides expert counsel to US, Mexican, and international clients
operating in Mexico and across Latin America. The team at DLA Piper seamlessly integrates local
expertise with the resources of their global platform, allowing them to offer comprehensive legal services to national and multinational companies throughout the region.
DLA Piper’s Mexico-based projects team plays a prominent role in the Mexican projects market, particularly within the energy and infrastructure sectors. As lead counsel, they handle cross-border and region-wide project financings and restructurings from their Mexico City office. Clients rely on the team for comprehensive support throughout their key projects, spanning project development negotiations to high-level financing—displaying the strength of their domestic and cross-border project services.
The firm skillfully handled intricate matters for their clients, introducing innovative deal structures and showcasing their abilities across multiple
jurisdictions
Key clients over the review period have included some of the leading energy and infrastructure companies and leading financial institutions operating in Mexico, such as Bancomext, Banobras, Banco Sabadell and Santander.
Galicia Abogados
Galicia Abogados has over a quarter of a century of experience
operating in
two locations, Mexico City and Monterrey.
The firm has experience working in banking, M&A, capital markets and restructuring and insolvency.
In project development, the firm's recent work includes advising CRRC in connection with the Long-term services agreement for the Integral Modernizations of Trains. This also included the execution of a loan agreement to cover the project costs under the PPS Contract. The deal required complex negotiations
and
expertise in regulatory matters. This transaction was CRRC's first project in Mexico, winning the Latin Finance PIFA Infrastructure Financing of the Year award for 2023.
Among other notable achievements, the firm represented
Inversiones and Empresas
in the shelf registration of a long-term notes program, overseeing both the
initial and
subsequent note issuances. Their adept handling of
additional legal intricacies, particularly given the foreign issuer, underscores Galicia’s
capacity to manage
highly complex matters across various
jurisdictions.
Key
clients
include
Coca-Cola FEMSA, GRUMA, Arca Continental, Grupo Bimbo, ALSEA,
Ardian,
ODATA,
Macquaire Infrastructure Partners, Grupo Mexico, GIC Special Investments.
"Strong analytical, technical and negotiation skills. The team was supportive towards the client. I am very experienced in M&A and financial systems. Strategic advice. Deep understanding of the market and regulation."
Humberto Pérez-Rocha Ituarte
“Very experienced corporate lawyer. Deep knowledge of industry. Close and always available to client.”
Garrigues
Garrigues
is an international firm with 13 offices in South America, North America,
Europe and Asia. The firm has worked with Latin American firms through alliances for decades, but has recently opened its own offices in Mexico, Colombia, Peru, Chile and Brazil. The Mexico office is in Mexico City.
Though the firm’s M&A practice had an exceptional international presence advising buyers on several cross-border acquisitions in a myriad of industries over the research period, one of the most noteworthy acquisitions it played a role in was led by the
banking and finance team. The firm advised on some of the most complex acquisition financing of the year including
Aligned Data Centers
acquisition financing for the acquisition of
ODATA which was shortlisted for Loan Deal of the Year.
The firm was also active on the seller side, advising Suez International in its acquisition by Veolia.
Key clients include
HP, Suez International, Deutsche Bank, BNB Paribas, IFC, Natixis and Better Collective.
Jáuregui y Del Valle
Founded in 1975, Jáuregui & Del Valle is a full-service law firm known for its work in the corporate practice area. The firm is headquartered in Mexico City and led by managing partner Luis Gerardo Del Valle Torres.
Highlights
In the debt capital markets, the Firm advised Si Vale México, in obtaining the authorization of Si Vale Fintech from the National Bank and Securities Commission to act as an Institution of Electronic Payment Funds.
Other recent examples of the firm's work also include advising Edenred México Fintech in obtaining the authorization of Efectivale Fintech from the National Bank and Securities Commission. In addition to this, the firm boasts their regulatory financial expertise by acting as legal counsel regarding all regulatory matters applicable to both companies.
Key Clients
Key clients include Grupo Marhnos, Grupo TMM, Sí Vale Fintech, IFPE
Kuri Breña Sánchez Ugarte & Aznar
Kuri Breña Sánchez Ugarte & Aznar has over 30 years of experience. The firm is located in Mexico City and is best known for its work in banking and capital markets.
Highlights
Over the research period, Kuri Brena acted as the legal counsel in the structuring and implementation of the first issuance of long-term notes under a five-year scheme. This first issuance, which saw the collaboration of financial institutions Banorte, BBVA, and Scotiabank as placement agents, earned the “AAA” rating from S&P and Fitch. Furthermore, it demonstrated a commitment to global sustainability, aligning with 14 of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Kuri Brena also provided legal advice to their client, Prologis in connection with the acquisition of over 100 hectors of property to develop an industrial complex. The transaction’s complexity is heightened by the multitude of sellers and intricate agrarian laws, leading to significant delays caused by the authorities. This role requires the team at Kuri Brena to navigate through a complex legal landscape and manage a multifaceted negotiation process efficiently.
Key Clients
Key clients include ACCAR Financial Mexico, Vinte Viviendas Integrales,
Testimonials
Banking
“Strong commitment, technical knowledge and efficient coordination of complex transactions.”
Capital markets
“KSA is the most knowledgeable firm in the securitization of accounts receivable in Mexico.”
M&A
“They provide sophisticated services, timely delivery.”
“They are extremely available and do not miss important details.”
“Assertiveness, comprehension, Affability and knowledge.”
Mayer Brown
Mayer Brown is an international firm with a presence in Mexico. Its Mexico City office was established in 2015 and works closely with the Houston, Texas office on oil and gas projects.
Highlights
The firm has an energy focus in Mexico with expertise in oil and gas and renewable energy projects. It is involved in both the financing and development stages of projects and is also active in banking and M&A work across a wide array of industries. In banking the firm worked on the borrower and lender side in cross-border credit facilities and loan agreements. It also advised administrative agents and lead arrangers.
The M&A team represents acquirers, joint venture partners, investors and sellers in acquisitions and other transactions across various sectors like healthcare and infrastructure. Recent work in M&A includes advising on interesting cross-border transactions at the intersection of the sports and spirits industries. The firm also advised holdings companies in various acquisitions across different sectors.
Key Clients
Key Clients include Cargill Financial Services International, Cargill Soluciones Empresariales, U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, ENGIE Mexico, Sonoco Products Company.
Testimonials
M&A
"Very proactive, and we always close the deals we want to base on their amazing attitude towards being pro-deal attorneys.”
Mijares Angoitia Cortés y Fuentes
Mijares Angoitia Cortés & Fuentes has been in business since 1994. Since then, it has grown into one of Mexico’s leading firms across all financial and corporate and project development related practice areas. The firm is located in Mexico City.
Highlights
Mijares served as legal counsel for Santander and Citibanamex during Banco Invex’s IPO, expertly guiding the issuance of Energy and Infrastructure Trust Certificates. The firm ensured legal compliance and risk mitigation, collaborating with stakeholders to support Banco Invex’s entry into capital markets. By leveraging their expertise, they facilitated a successful IPO which in turn facilitates funding for energy and infrastructure ventures, highlighting Mijares’ dedication to advancing clients’ interests in these critical sectors.
In project development, Mijares advises Mexico Pacific Limited regarding all regulatory and contractual elements in connection with the development and construction of one if the first large-scale liquefaction terminals in Mexico. This deal and its complexities, including the obtainment of permits from the Energy Regulatory Commission and the Ministry of Energy, further represents the breadth of their expertise and their commitment to providing the highest quality of service.
Key Clients
Key clients include Fibra Monterrey, Aleatica,
Citibanamex, Casa de Bolsa Santander, Grupo Financiero Santander México, Prologis, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners.
Nader Hayaux & Goebel
With over 30 years of experience,
Nader
Hayaux & Goebel has grown to be one of Mexico’s leading firms. The firm is headquartered in Mexico City but also has an international presence with an office in London. It has played a pivotal role in landmark transactions across sectors including insurance, infrastructure, and real estate. NHG also
advises governments and global institutions. Its longstanding reputation is built on delivering sophisticated legal counsel and exceptional client service across complex, high stakes matters. It is renowned for its
expertise in corporate finance, M&A, banking, fintech, capital
markets, and regulatory matters.
Highlights
Nader
Hayaux & Goebel
demonstrated its market-leading capabilities in 2024 through its representation of
Grupo Murano in two landmark transactions. The firm advised on the refinancing of Murano’s
Grand Island Cancun hotel via a complex, first-of-its-kind issuance of senior secured notes, blending features of secured financing and securitization. NHG also guided Murano
through a transformative business combination with HCM Acquisition Corp, marking the first De-SPAC transaction involving a Mexican hospitality company. These transactions underscore NHG’s
expertise in cross-border capital markets, real estate finance, and regulatory structuring, and reflect its pivotal role in shaping Mexico’s evolving hospitality investment landscape.
Key
clients
include Banobras,
Banorte,
Blackrock,
Grupo Murano, Fibra
Danhos,
HSBC México, Scotiabank and
Total Play.
Nader Hayaux & Goebel
With over 30 years of experience,
Nader Hayaux & Goebel has grown to be one of Mexico’s leading firms. The firm is headquartered in Mexico City, but also has an international presence with an office in London.
Highlights
Nader advised Arago Gestión in the structuring, registration and listing of a CERPI in the Mexican Stock Exchange requiring complex analysis and structuring to adhere to strict regulatory guidelines. Despite dealing with a constricted timetable, the team skillfully tackled the complex authorization process, obtaining the necessary approvals from both the Mexican Securities Commission and the Stock Exchange.
The firm represented their client in the restructuring of a desalination plant. The project faced challenges due to local government changes, litigations, and claims from the existing sponsor. The restructuring involved amending financial obligations and the procurement agreement. Notably, this is the first Local PPP Agreement to be amended and registered with State and Federal Authorities, which exhibits the firm's ability to handle unprecedented matters.
Key Clients
Key clients include Grupo Murano, Total Play, Elektra, Fibra Danhos, Fibra Storage
Ortiz Abogados
Ortiz Abogados is a distinguished Mexican law firm known for its deep regulatory expertise and strategic counsel in complex financial transactions. With over 25 years of combined experience, its partners bring insights from top law firms and financial institutions. The firm advises a diverse clientele—including
fintechs, private equity funds, and family offices—on M&A, corporate structuring, and cross-border
financings.
Notably, Ortiz Abogados guided
Credifiel in a debt issuance in Latvia,
showcasing its international capabilities. Its strength lies in navigating evolving legal frameworks with precision, offering tailored solutions that ensure compliance, mitigate risk, and support clients’ strategic
objectives across dynamic financial landscapes.
Ortiz Abogados also recently led the corporate restructuring of Kiwa Mexico, conducting in-depth due diligence and aligning corporate and commercial terms with both Mexican law and global standards. The firm also advised EPH on reorganizing a major real estate project in León, securing favorable
terms and ensuring full regulatory compliance.
Key
clients
include Agente de Seguros y de Finanzas and Constructora e Inmobiliaria
Acaliza de México,
Atrafin,
Credifiel and Kiwa BCS OKO-Garantie.
Pérez-Llorca
Founded in 1987 and
located in Mexico City,
González Calvillo, now Pérez-Llorca
is well-known for its high-quality transactional work across the board and is experienced in most industries. In the banking and finance practice area, the team
represents borrowers and lenders in credit facilities and loan agreements related to restructuring, project
financing and cross border financing matters. The capital markets team works on debt, equity and
securitization capital markets matters,
representing issuers in bond issuances, public offerings, capital increases and trust certificate issuances. The M&A team
represents buyers and sellers in private equity and strategic acquisitions. The project development team is
very active in the energy and oil and gas industries
Pérez-Llorca
showcased its cross-border transactional strength in 2024 through its representation of
NR Finance and Saavi Energía in two standout mandates. The firm advised
NR Finance on a major loan transaction with the Japan Bank for International Cooperation, co-financed by private institutions, to support Nissan’s automotive finance operations in Mexico, and on the cancellation of a significant securities registration. Pérez-Llorca also acted for
Saavi Energía in its acquisition of a 130 MW solar plant in Durango from Northland Power affiliates, navigating complex regulatory and financing elements. These matters underscore the firm’s deep
expertise in energy, finance, and capital markets across Latin America.
Key clients include
Aleatica, AMIB,
Banco Bradesco, NR Finance (CrediNissan), Hir Casa, IFM Investors, and Saavi Energía.
Ritch Mueller y Nicolau
Ritch, Mueller y Nicolau is a premier Mexican law firm founded in 1975 with a strong transactional focus, originally
advising international banks. Today, it is a multidisciplinary powerhouse serving domestic and global clients across sectors. From its Mexico City office, the firm offers top-tier counsel in banking, capital markets, M&A, energy, tax, real estate, dispute resolution, and more. Its team, educated at leading institutions in Mexico and abroad, brings deep
expertise and international perspective to complex legal matters. Ritch Mueller is widely recognized for its sophisticated, client-focused approach across a broad spectrum of financial and regulatory practices.
Ritch, Mueller y Nicolau solidified its position as a market leader in 2024 through its counsel on some of the year’s most transformative transactions. The firm
advised
Mexico Infrastructure Partners on the IFLR Loan Deal of the Year winning
acquisition of Iberdrola’s power assets, including the structuring of the acquisition trust and equity vehicle through a public CKD offering subscribed by the Mexican National Infrastructure Fund. It also represented
Arroyo Energy Group in the sale of Pemcorp
to
a Fibra E, including merger control clearance. The firm
advised the Central American Bank for Economic Integration on the reopening of
medium-term
notes and acted for
HSBC México and BBVA México in key financings. Ritch Mueller also supported Fibra Monterrey in a
refinancing and guided
WeWork México through a complex out-of-court restructuring, preserving operational continuity. These mandates underscore the firm’s depth in energy, capital markets, and financial restructuring.
Key
clients
include Arroyo Energy
Group, Banco Santander,
Bank of
America,
Banorte, Banco Centroamericano de Integración Económica (CABEI), BBVA México,
Credit
Agricole,
Fibra Monterrey,
HSBC México, Mexico
Infrastructure
Partners,
WeWork México
“They have the most expertise in the market, combined with swift responses and availability as well as a business mindset.”
“They are extremely business-orientated and quick to respond. Their legal knowledge combined with their client management style makes them unique.”
“Their lawyers have extensive expertise in the
field and always seek to match the client's ideas."
Sánchez DeVanny
Sanchez Devanny/Garrigues
Sanchez Devanny/Garrigues is an international firm with 13 offices in South America, North America,
Europe and Asia. The firm has worked with Latin American firms through alliances for decades, but has recently opened its own offices in Mexico, Colombia, Peru, Chile and Brazil. The Mexico office is in Mexico City.
In 2024, Garrigues significantly expanded its presence in Mexico through a strategic merger with Sánchez DeVanny, reinforcing its capabilities in capital markets and cross-border finance. The firm advised
Ford
and
Toyota
on separate issuances of debt certificates listed on the Mexican Stock Exchange, guiding both through regulatory approvals and transaction structuring. Garrigues also represented the
International Finance Corporation in a capital injection into Grupo Farmanova Intermed to support its regional logistics
expansion. These mandates underscore the firm’s growing influence in Latin America and its ability to deliver sophisticated counsel to global clients across diverse sectors.
Key clients include
Bancomext,
Banorte,
Ford, IDB, IFC, Macquarie, Scotiabank, Suez International and Toyota.
Santamarina y Steta
Santamarina &
Steta has more than 70 years of experience and has grown to three offices in Mexico City, Monterrey and Querétaro.
Santamarina y
Steta continued to
demonstrate its strength in infrastructure, finance, and cross-border insolvency in 2024. The firm advised
Bancomext
on the financing of a strategic dock acquisition, navigating complex maritime regulations and structuring the transaction to optimize risk and tax outcomes. It also
represented
FONADIN
in the capitalization of over MXN 15 billion through a public-private partnership for the Perote–Xalapa highway, coordinating closely with federal authorities. Additionally, the firm counseled
Shanghai Zhenhua Port Machinery in insolvency proceedings to recover a debt under a cross-border fleet lease, bridging significant legal differences between Chinese and Mexican commercial law. The matter involved innovative dispute resolution mechanisms and complex jurisdictional considerations, underscoring the firm’s expertise in international maritime and commercial litigation.
Key clients include
Bancomext,
Banorte, FONADIN, Morgan Stanley and
Shanghai Zhenhua Port Machinery.
"Partners and lawyers are always available, respond promptly to our business needs and requests, and their input is integral in the design of business and legal strategies when we are involved in highly distressed situations as creditor or stakeholders."
"Highly
personalised and ample resources on various legal matters."
"They are very experienced and supportive, our principal external law firm."
"Very responsive and knowledgeable."
"Personalized service with very quick turnaround and support from the firm's numerous capabilities."
"Understand the issues well. Work very efficiently. Don't try to make a simple project too large."
"Very responsive. A seasoned professional."
"Highly
personalised service, quick turnaround and high quality."
"Highly personalized service and availability."
Juan Carlos Machorro
"Very knowledgeable lawyer. Also
lets his team do the work."
"Solutions-oriented counsel, who is able to provide strategic legal advice on a wide range of subjects when dealing with highly distressed situations. Expert in restructurings, workouts, litigation and distressed projects."
"He is very experienced, well focused and attentive when needed. His strategies helped us on the labour law reform restructure."
SMPS Legal
SMPS Legal is an international law firm with offices in Canada, the United States, Colombia and Mexico. In Mexico City, the firm
advises domestic and foreign investors in a variety of industries and
represents creditors and debtors in financing and financial restructurings. It has
expertise in the chemical, automotive and financial services sectors.
SMPS Legal continued to
demonstrate its leadership in private equity and corporate structuring in 2024 through its work with
Arago Capital and Niedax Group. The firm advised
Arago
on multiple capital calls tied to its CERPIs program,
facilitating over six issuances that raised significant funding for long-term investments in middle-market companies. SMPS also counseled Niedax Group in the restructuring of its Mexican subsidiary for a joint venture with ABB, resulting in the formation of Abnex
Inc. This strategic alliance expands cable tray manufacturing across North America,
showcasing SMPS Legal’s strength in cross-border joint ventures and industrial sector innovation.
Key clients include Arago Capital,
Bocel Fondo II, Capital Indigo,
Fortem Capital, Galerie Inc, Grupo
Axo,
Locfund,
Niedax Group,
Parks Loan Agreement and
Ventura
Axo.
“The firm provides great business-oriented
advice”
“Eduardo has depth knowledge of Mexican real estate law, as well as a profound knowledge of financial drivers that impact the profitability of our projects.”
Villarreal - VGF
Villarreal Garcia Campuzano Gomez & Fernandez is a Mexican law firm founded in 2016. The firm is a specialized Mexican law firm with deep
expertise in debt and financial transactions. Its team of seasoned financial lawyers
advises a broad client base, including public and private companies, family offices, FIBRAs, CKDs, and major financial institutions. The firm handles complex domestic and cross-border financings, including syndicated loans, private placements, restructurings, project and real estate financings, and aircraft deals. Known for its strategic insight and market fluency, Villarreal – VGF consistently adds value across a wide range of structured and secured transactions, supporting clients through every stage of the financing process with precision and reliability.
Villarreal – VGF reinforced its reputation in 2024 as a premier lender-side banking firm, advising leading financial institutions on complex, collateralized financings across Mexico. The firm represented
Altum Capital in a dual-currency acquisition financing for Amigo Tours, secured by cross-border guarantees and real estate assets. It also advised
Banorte
on multiple mandates, including a macro facility for industrial development and a syndicated construction loan with
BBVA
for a major plant in Nuevo León. Additionally, the firm counseled
Scotiabank
on a structured real estate facility and supported
Dimex Capital in a pioneering receivables-backed financing involving electronic notes. These mandates underscore VGF’s deep
expertise in structuring innovative, multi-jurisdictional lending transactions.
Key clients include
Altum Capital,
Banorte, BBVA,
Nadbank,
Dimex Capital and Scotiabank.
Von Wobeser y Sierra
Von
Wobeser & Sierra is a full-service firm founded in 1986 in Mexico City. The firm advises debtors, lenders, and guarantors on a range of credit and financing transactions. It
represents both Mexican and international clients. In M&A, the firm
represents large international corporations in acquisitions and
advises private equity fund managers working alongside US and other international firms.
Von
Wobeser y Sierra
demonstrated its strength in cross-border commercial and financial structuring in 2024 through standout work for
The Coca-Cola Company and China Construction Bank Corporation. The firm advised
Coca-Cola on the structuring and negotiation of a groundbreaking digital activity agreement with
Arca Continental, enabling the expansion of the Yomp! B2B platform across Latin America. The deal
required innovative regulatory and transactional design. The firm also represented
China Construction Bank in a multi-year trading finance framework agreement with ZTE Mexico, crafting a tailored structure for recurring cross-border transactions. These matters highlight Von
Wobeser’s versatility in complex, multinational engagements.
Key clients include
American Financial Group,
China Construction Bank Corporation,
Electrical Components International, Enerflex, Seguros Atlas, The Coca-Cola Company, Viacore Inc.
YG Consultores
Founded in 2008, YG
Consultores is a boutique corporate law firm based in Mexico City.
The firm is focused on
banking and finance and financial services regulatory.
Acedo Santamarina
Established in
2009,
Acedo Santamarina is a corporate law firm, based in Cuajimalpa,
It has a team of 16 lawyers
and is active in corporate and M&A.
In M&A, the firm advises on carve-out acquisitions, total corporate
acquisitions and divestitures,
representing large companies on the buyer and seller sides.
The firm
regularly works on cross-border matters in the energy, telecom,
media and technology sectors. It also
advises joint venture partners and merger parties publicly listed on
international exchanges.
Berdeja Abogados
Berdeja Abogados
is a corporate firm in Mexico with an office in Mexico City.
The banking practice often
facilitates the formation of Mexican offices
representing foreign banks, specifically on matters related to their asset portfolios. It also
advises financial institutions including banks and insurance companies on novel financial products. Along with its banking and finance expertise, the firm also advises clients in matters related to acquisitions, divestitures, mergers, private equity and restructurings. While it is industry agnostic, automotive and manufacturing are examples of sectors it excels in.
Canales
Established in 2006,
Canales Abogados is a seasoned
corporate law firm based in San Pedro Garza García, Nuevo Leon. It has a team of 11 lawyers capable in several practice areas, each carrying distinct industry expertise. It advises private equity clients in mergers and acquisitions, and
ampproject companies on transactions involving renewable energy. It also works in mining and conventional energy like oil and gas. In capital markets, the firm advises clients in the debt,
equity and structured finance spaces, while the banking and finance practice specializes in aviation. The firm also does
some mid-market work, advising family-owned companies in corporate restructuring.
Cannizzo Ortiz y Asociados
Founded in 1980,
Cannizzo Ortiz y Asociados is a corporate law firm, based in Mexico City. The firm is active in banking and finance, corporate and M&A and in project development. It advises clients on transactional matters as well
as providing
regulatory advice.
The firm regularly handles complicated regulatory issues and negotiations for
their
clients.
CDAbogados
CDAbogados is a leading law firm located in Mexico City. Corporate M&A and real estate are primary areas of practice for the firm. It advises clients on all sides of domestic and international acquisitions, joint ventures and mergers. Furthermore, the firm has relevant capital markets expertise, typically servicing clients in corporate restructurings, tender offers and privatizations. Some of the most notable transactions the firm participates in include advising on carve-out acquisitions and joint ventures. Truly a mid-market firm, it also services family-owned businesses in corporate matters.
Dentons López Velarde
Dentons López Velarde
is a corporate law firm based in Mexico City. It’s part of the international law firm Dentons with offices in 47 locations across the globe. The firm is focused on advising clients on transaction and regulatory matters in banking and finance. The banking and finance practice works with borrowers on project and corporate financing in mining, energy, hospitality and manufacturing among other industries. On the lender side, it often represents international lenders like development banks and export credit agencies.
GLZ Abogados
GLZ Abogados is a 20-partner strong firm located in Mexico City. The firm has 49 lawyers and four of counsel frequently advising clients on cross-border matters. The firm’s cross-border work is supported by its distinct involvement in the global network called HLB International.
Greenberg Traurig
Greenberg Traurig was founded in South Florida in 1967 and now has over 2,750 attorneys at 47 locations on three continents. Their office is located in Mexico City where the firm represents both lenders and borrowers in the private and public sectors in secured and unsecured financing. In capital markets the firm represents issuers and underwriters on domestic and cross-border securities offerings. The firm’s projects team has strong expertise in infrastructure, often acting as lead counsel in large infrastructure deals.
Holland & Knight
Holland & Knight is a global full-service law firm with 30 offices and approximately 1,600 lawyers worldwide. Holland & Knight and Thompson & Knight completed a merger in August 2021 to create the combined firm with the name Holland & Knight. The firm has two offices in Mexico City – in Palmas and Reforma. The firm has expertise in FIBRA placements having advised on Mexico’s first and biggest. The firm also has a more general real estate focus. In M&A and projects the firm advises on deals in highly regulated industries including insurance and energy.
Ibañez Parkman
Ibañez Parkman is a boutique law firm with 11 partners across two offices in Mexico City and Queretaro. The firm specializes in project development, advising companies in the infrastructure, electricity, water and hydrocarbons industries. Recent examples of the firms work include
representing their client in a complex transaction involving a PPP contract in which they had to navigate how the risks would be shared.
Ibarra del Paso y Gallego
Established in 2011, Ibarra, del Paso y Gallego is a corporate law firm, based in Mexico City. The firm prides itself on maintaining core values at the heart of their practice such as ethics, client loyalty, and a business-oriented approach guided by sound legal principles. The firm is active in banking and finance, corporate and M&A and project development. Among its specialties is real estate finance and development. During the research period, the firm advised their client on the strategic restructuring of one of its Real Estate Investment Vehicles.
Kavanagh Gorozpe
Kavanagh Gorozpe advises on M&A, Corporate, Financial, Regulatory work. The firm provides comprehensive legal support to clients both domestically and internationally, navigating the complexities of the Mexican market. Recently, the firm assisted their client in developing the contractual framework related to the construction of residential complexes, addressing complex legal aspects, innovative contract arrangements, property rights, land use regulations, zoning laws, and financing agreements.
Müggenburg Gorches & Peñalosa
Müggenburg Gorches & Peñalosa is a corporate law firm with 13 lawyers in Mexico City.
O’Gorman & Hagerman
Founded in 2008, O’Gorman & Hagerman is an agrarian and real estate law firm with four offices throughout Mexico.
White & Case
White & Case is a corporate law firm with an office in Mexico City established in 1991. It’s part of the international law firm White & Case with 46 offices in 31 countries and a team of 2,464 attorneys worldwide and 100 lawyers throughout the United States and Latin America.The firm is active in all areas of corporate law and project development. Recent work includes advising their clients in two tranches of bonds offerings, the second being an ESG bond, which they characterized as a gender bond with a maturity of three years, at a risk-free floating interest rate.
