Energy & Natural Resources
Global Guide 2024 : Mexico
Band 3
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Provided by Goodrich Riquelme y Asociados
Goodrich provides comprehensive legal solutions to contractors and subcontractors working with Mexico’s State-owned companies Pemex (oil and gas) and CFE (electricity). Our firm is experienced in advising clients, inter alia, regarding the following legal matters:
- Most suitable structures for making investments and/or carrying out operations within the industry either as contractors or subcontractors.
- General legal assistance in public procurement procedures and in the preparation of legal documentation to be included in the relevant bid proposal.
- Tax planning in connection with our clients’ venture in Mexico.
- The creation of payment mechanisms that ensure that our clients are not going to be subject to their JV partners’ will, or securing payment for financing purposes.
- Conducting steps for obtaining permits or authorizations from governmental authorities if our clients’ operations so require.
- Conducting real estate due diligences and obtaining the required easements and rights of way.
- Advising on compliance with environmental laws and regulations, as well as evaluating and determining the feasibility of oil and gas projects from an environmental perspective.
- Handling and defending claims from third parties, if necessary.
Chambers Review
Goodrich Riquelme y Asociados houses an active energy practice in Mexico with strong expertise in the oil and gas and renewables arenas, regularly advising on upstream, midstream and downstream matters. The team also benefits from experience in assisting with sector-related project finance and M&A transactions. The energy and natural resources department frequently acts on behalf of clients on regulatory issues as well as contentious mandates.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Goodrich Riquelme y Asociados has a very good and organised team, with a high level of knowledge in the energy sector. They provide a great level of client service."
"Goodrich Riquelme y Asociados has a very good and organised team, with a high level of knowledge in the energy sector. They provide a great level of client service."
Notable Practitioners
Noteworthy practitioner David Enríquez benefits from a longstanding track record in the Mexican energy and natural resources arena. He is recognised by market commentators for his experience in the oil and gas space in Mexico.
"David Enríquez has a global perspective and always provides us with practical advice."
Ranked Lawyers at
Goodrich Riquelme y Asociados
Mexico
Clients
Provided by Goodrich Riquelme y Asociados
BMO
Blackstone
Crowley
GE Energy
PTTEP
Shell