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Ritch Mueller

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Ritch Mueller’s Energy and Infrastructure practice is a recognized leader in advising on complex projects and transactions across Mexico’s energy and infrastructure sectors. Our experience spans the lifecycle of assets in oil and gas, power generation and transmission, renewable energy, transportation, telecommunications, water, waste management, and digital infrastructure. We advise on acquisitions and divestitures, joint ventures, project finance, capital markets transactions, and complex regulatory matters.

Our multidisciplinary team represents sponsors, developers, financial institutions, investment funds, government entities, multilaterals, and strategic investors in transaction structuring, project development, EPC and O&M arrangements, acquisitions, financings, regulatory compliance, permitting, and operational matters. By combining deep industry knowledge with commercial awareness, we develop practical, innovative legal strategies tailored to each client's objectives.

Recognized for our technical excellence, responsiveness, and market insight, we help clients anticipate risks, navigate evolving regulatory frameworks, and execute high-value domestic and cross-border transactions. Our integrated approach enables us to manage sophisticated matters from planning and financing through construction, operation, refinancing, and exit, making Ritch Mueller a trusted adviser in Mexico's evolving energy and infrastructure sectors.

Clients (24)

  • BlackRock
  • EVM Energía
  • Fisterra Energy
  • BBVA
  • Natixis
  • ING
  • Mizuho
  • Bancomext
  • Grupo México
  • Ainda, Energía & Infraestructura
  • Santander
  • Mexico Infrastructure Partners
  • Comexhidro
  • ENGIE
  • Recurrent Energy Mexico Development
  • NordLB
  • Allianz Global Investors
  • Fibra E-Orión
  • Pemcorp
  • Fibra EXI
  • Infraestructura Peñoles
  • Actinver
  • Milbank
  • The Bank of Tokyo Mitsubishi

Industries (8)

  • Banks
  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Government
  • Mining & Metals
  • Utilities
  • Transportation
  • Renewable Energy

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Projects - Mexico

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What the Team is Known For

Ritch Mueller is a market-leading firm that earns plaudits for its prowess in the projects field in Mexico. The department routinely advises on project financing mandates, representing major national and international banks as lenders. The practice group additionally benefits from its significant involvement in energy infrastructure as well as transport projects, such as toll roads. Ritch Mueller's projects team enjoys additional sponsor-side involvement, particularly in the renewable energy space.

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Work Highlights

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  • Ritch Mueller represented Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank, Mizuho Bank, MUFG Bank and Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation in a USD195 million syndicated loan for financing the acquisition of a 45% interest in TAG Pipelines Sur.

Strengths

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  • Ritch Mueller remains one of Mexico’s leading project finance firms, with extensive experience advising lenders, sponsors and investors on some of the country’s most significant infrastructure and energy transactions. The firm combines deep knowledge of Mexican regulatory frameworks with an exceptional understanding of international financing structures, consistently delivering market-leading advice.

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  • Ritch Mueller has outstanding multidisciplinary capabilities and contributes much more than legal input to the business. The team is always available and provides prompt, high-quality advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Thomas Mueller-Gastell
    Thomas Mueller-Gastell

    Thomas Mueller-Gastell

    Senior statesperson Thomas Mueller-Gastell is considered a reference and held in high esteem by market observers for his solid projects expertise in Mexico.

    • Thomas Mueller-Gastell is an extraordinary lawyer in the projects arena.

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  • Jorge Oria y Anaya
    Jorge Oria y Anaya

    Jorge Oria y Anaya

    Partner and co-head of department Jorge Oria y Anaya is active in the projects sphere in Mexico, being involved in social and data centre infrastructure projects.

    • Jorge Oria y Anaya combines strong technical expertise with a highly commercial mindset, providing clear, strategic guidance throughout the transaction process. He is proactive, reliable and solution-oriented, making him a trusted adviser when navigating complex infrastructure financings.

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  • Federico Santacruz González
    Federico Santacruz González

    Federico Santacruz González

    Experienced partner and co-head of department Federico Santacruz González is adept at assisting clients with the development, financing and operation of projects, particularly those arising in the power sector.

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  • Gabriel del Valle Mendiola
    Gabriel del Valle Mendiola

    Gabriel del Valle Mendiola

    Partner Gabriel del Valle Mendiola is highlighted by clients and peers alike for his involvement in the Mexican projects arena, especially representing sponsors in transport infrastructure mandates.

    • Gabriel del Valle Mendiola is a partner with strong technical expertise and an excellent understanding of our industry.

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