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Mayora & Mayora, S.C

Energy & Natural Resources

Latin America Guide 2027 : Guatemala

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Mayora & Mayora, S.C

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Mayora & Mayora is honoured to have Rafael Briz as a partner and head of the Administrative Law practice area, which handles energy and natural resources matters. Rafael is one of the most renowned experts in this field of law. The firm is at the forefront of its competitors when it comes to energy, having helped develop the largest energy plants in the region as well as having actively participated in the acquisition of the main energy-distribution companies when the regulatory framework changed from a government-controlled scheme to a private one. Recently, we have broken into the market of renewables, and are proud to offer clients a rising team of associates to handle their energy needs, including Juan Carlos Foncea Ferraté. At Mayora & Mayora, we believe in catering to clients with specialists so that we are leaders in the industry, providing cutting edge solutions that stand the test of time. With the changing legal market focusing more on client service as a differentiator; our firm prides itself on being client-centric, cost-conscious, and efficient in handling a matter.

Clients (15)

  • Grupo Ortiz
  • Grupo Gran Solar
  • Obrascon Huarte Lain
  • Energuate
  • Grupo Cobra
  • Santander Sugar Corp.
  • Isagen
  • Arroyo Energy Group
  • Grupo Terra
  • Ingenio Palo Gordo
  • Chevron
  • Iprocel
  • Grupo Negratín
  • Ingenio San Diego
  • Cox Energy

Industries (9)

  • Construction
  • Financial Institutions
  • Energy
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Mining & Metals
  • Oil & Gas
  • Utilities
  • Transportation
  • Telecommunications

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Energy & Natural Resources - Guatemala

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Mayora & Mayora houses a well-regarded department of practitioners in the Guatemalan energy and natural resources sector. The firm remains highly active across a range of energy-specific mandates, including the negotiation of power purchase agreements, the purchase of power projects, and assisting clients with their entry into the Guatemalan energy market. The team is additionally involved in advising on regulatory issues concerning power distribution and contentious matters arising among key players in the Guatemalan power space.

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Work Highlights

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  • Mayora & Mayora represented Cox Energy in the development and financing of a solar power project in Guatemala, including a 15-year power purchase agreement and related permitting and grid connection matters.

Strengths

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  • Mayora & Mayora works swiftly to manage ongoing obligations, coordinating seamlessly with stakeholders while providing clear, practical advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Rafael Briz
    Rafael Briz

    Rafael Briz

    Stellar partner and department head Rafael Briz is acclaimed for his involvement in significant mandates in Guatemala's energy and natural resources sector. He is frequently engaged in the development of power generation projects and regulatory compliance matters.

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