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Hogan Lovells has a vast experience in complex merger control proceedings, as well as in prosecution against horizontal (cartels) and vertical monopolistic practices.

Hogan Lovells successfully tries its cases before the administrative agencies and the federal courts, including the Supreme Court of Justice. Moreover, they are a pioneer firm in defending the first cases for civil damages resulting from antitrust offenses.

Hogan Lovells also has an experienced area of antitrust consulting, compliance and in-house audits. Moreover, the firm provides constant trainings to companies and associations in connection with antitrust matters and compliance of antitrust regulations.

Hogan Lovells has dealt with cases in wide range of industries. Some of these include: oil and gas, pharmaceutical, aerospace, electricity market, soft drinks, beers, chewing gums, snacks and appetizers, engine oils, poultry products, PVC´s production activities, aluminium products, pension funds, electrical and electronic coatings and auto-parts, among many others.

Hogan Lovells has participated in national and transnational transactions in highly concentrated markets. The firm has successfully represented domestic and international companies over complex merger review proceedings, all throughout the implementation of successful remedy programs.

Hogan Lovells has pioneered in leniency applications and proceedings defence in cartel cases and in the filing of constitutional (amparo) proceedings.



Chambers Review

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Competition/Antitrust - Mexico

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Hogan Lovells is a distinguished international firm that offers expertise across contentious and non-contentious competition matters in Mexico. The team possesses broad capabilities in obtaining competition clearance for transactions, and it also routinely wins mandates to represent clients in investigations concerning abuses of dominant position and cartel activity. It receives further endorsement for its experience in handling competition law disputes. The law firm's client roster comprises a number of Mexican and international players from sectors such as retail, energy, and food and beverages.

Work Highlights

  • Hogan Lovells represented BNP Paribas Personal Finance in a merger control proceeding before the COFECE, related to the acquisition by Grupo Financiero Inbursa of 80% of Cetelem.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Luis Omar Guerrero Rodríguez
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Luis Omar Guerrero Rodríguez
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Eminent Practitioners

Eminent practitioner Luis Omar Guerrero Rodríguez enjoys a solid track record as a leading figure in the competition and antitrust practice area in Mexico.

Luis Omar Guerrero Rodríguez is an excellent lawyer who not only has a great deal of experience and knowledge, but who also possesses a great sense of client service and human empathy.

Ricardo Arturo Pons Mestre
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Ricardo Arturo Pons Mestre
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Band 2
Co-head of department Ricardo Arturo Pons Mestre remains busy in the Mexican competition and antitrust arena thanks to his solid expertise advising clients on investigations and merger control issues.

Ricardo Arturo Pons Mestre is a lawyer with extensive professional experience who looks out for the best negotiation outcome, guaranteeing the best results for his client.

Martín Michaus Fernández
Martín Michaus Fernández
Associates to watch

Associate-to-watch Martín Michaus Fernández continues to attract praise from clients for his competition practice in Mexico.

I highlight Martín Michaus Fernández's attention and dedication. He always shows willingness to help, gives concrete advice and provides quick follow-ups.

Ranked Lawyers at
Hogan Lovells

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Competition/Antitrust

Luis Omar Guerrero Rodríguez
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Luis Omar Guerrero Rodríguez
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Eminent Practitioners
Ricardo Arturo Pons Mestre
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Ricardo Arturo Pons Mestre
2
Band 2
Martín Michaus Fernández
Martín Michaus Fernández
Associates to watch