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Energy & Natural Resources: Power | Latin America

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The Energy & Natural Resources: Power rankings table provides market-leading assessments and analysis of the leading lawyers and law firms across Mexico whose achievements and work have resulted in their ranking in our banding system below.

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Senior Statespeople

  1. Thomas Mueller-Gastell
    S
    Thomas Mueller-Gastell
    Ritch Mueller
    Ritch Mueller | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Senior Statespeople | 18 Years Ranked

    Senior statesperson Thomas Mueller-Gastell earns widespread acclaim from peers and clients alike for his stellar track record in the energy arena in Mexico. He is renowned for his work in the power and oil and gas sector.

1

Band 1

  1. Carlos de Maria y Campos Segura
    1
    Carlos de Maria y Campos Segura
    Galicia Abogados, S.C.
    Galicia Abogados, S.C. | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 1 | 17 Years Ranked
    Stellar practitioner Carlos de Maria y Campos Segura is held in high esteem by peers and clients alike for his remarkable activity in the energy domain in Mexico. As co-head of the department, he is adept at assisting clients with complex mandates pertaining to the electricity and oil and gas sectors.
  2. Derek M Woodhouse Saavedra
    1
    Derek M Woodhouse Saavedra
    CMS Woodhouse Lorente Ludlow SC
    CMS Woodhouse Lorente Ludlow SC | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 1 | 17 Years Ranked

    Stellar partner Derek Woodhouse Saavedra garners praise from market commentators for his expertise in matters arising in the power sector in Mexico, frequently winning mandates to advise on electricity market regulations.

    Key sectors
    Energy and Utilities|Environmental and Waste|Government and Public Sector|Industrials, Engineering and Manufacturing
  3. Horacio M de Uriarte
    1
    Horacio M de Uriarte
    Mijares, Angoitia, Cortés y Fuentes, S.C.
    Mijares, Angoitia, Cortés y Fuentes, S.C. | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 1 | 17 Years Ranked

    Market-leading Mexico City-based partner Horacio de Uriarte gains recognition for his prowess in regulatory energy and project finance mandates. He is experienced advising clients on a wide range of fields, including renewables such as photovoltaic and wind energy, as well as oil and gas.

2

Band 2

  1. David Enríquez
    2
    David Enríquez
    Goodrich Riquelme y Asociados
    Goodrich Riquelme y Asociados | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 2 | 16 Years Ranked

    Distinguished practitioner David Enríquez benefits from a long-standing track record in the Mexican energy and natural resources arena. He is highly recognised by market commentators for his vast experience in the oil and gas and power space in Mexico.

  2. Francisco de Rosenzweig
    2
    Francisco de Rosenzweig
    White & Case SC
    White & Case SC | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 2 | 4 Years Ranked

    Head of department and key partner Francisco de Rosenzweig continues to be well-placed to advise on the regulatory side of the power space in Mexico.

  3. Francisco Fernández Cueto
    2
    Francisco Fernández Cueto
    Galicia Abogados, S.C.
    Galicia Abogados, S.C. | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 2 | 18 Years Ranked

    Prominent partner and co-head of department Francisco Fernández Cueto is praised by interviewees for his extensive experience and solid capabilities in the Mexican power and oil and gas industries.

  4. Jose Antonio Postigo-Uribe
    2
    Jose Antonio Postigo-Uribe
    Garrigues
    Garrigues | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 2 | 8 Years Ranked

    Partner José Antonio Postigo-Uribe earns plaudits from market onlookers for his work in the oil and gas and power arenas in Mexico.

  5. Juan Carlos Machorro Guerrero
    2
    Juan Carlos Machorro Guerrero
    Santamarina y Steta SC
    Santamarina y Steta SC | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 2 | 17 Years Ranked

    Mexico City-based department head Juan Carlos Machorro Guerrero advises clients on matters arising in the oil and gas and power sectors, such as the negotiation of power purchase agreements and the development of energy infrastructure.

  6. Pedro Reséndez Bocanegra
    2
    Pedro Reséndez Bocanegra
    Greenberg Traurig, S.C.
    Greenberg Traurig, S.C. | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 2 | 9 Years Ranked

    Partner Pedro Reséndez Bocanegra has long-standing activity in the Mexican energy arena assisting clients with a broad range of matters, including the acquisition of energy assets. He is noted for his presence in the power field.

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Band 3

  1. Diana Maria Pineda
    3
    Diana Maria Pineda
    Sainz Abogados
    Sainz Abogados | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 3 | 9 Years Ranked

    Mexico City-based partner Diana Maria Pineda boasts regulatory expertise in the energy space, particularly in renewable energy projects and hydrocarbons.

  2. Edmond Frederic Grieger
    3
    Edmond Frederic Grieger
    Von Wobeser y Sierra, SC
    Von Wobeser y Sierra, SC | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 3 | 11 Years Ranked

    Partner Edmond Frederic Grieger obtains market commendation for his activity in the energy and natural resources arena in Mexico, advising clients on the power sector.

  3. Federico Santacruz González
    3
    Federico Santacruz González
    Ritch Mueller
    Ritch Mueller | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 3 | 15 Years Ranked

    Partner Federico Santacruz González co-leads the energy and natural resources department and provides solid capabilities on the broad spectrum of renewable and non-renewable energies. He is adept at representing both energy companies and financiers in matters concerning the development of energy infrastructure in Mexico.

  4. Francisco J. Valdes López
    3
    Francisco J. Valdes López
    Sainz Abogados
    Sainz Abogados | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 3 | 7 Years Ranked

    Well-regarded partner Francisco Valdes López is active in regulatory and transactional matters arising in both the oil and gas and power spaces in Mexico.

  5. Jorge Oria y Anaya
    3
    Jorge Oria y Anaya
    Ritch Mueller
    Ritch Mueller | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 3 | 13 Years Ranked
    Solid practitioner Jorge Oria y Anaya continues to be acknowledged by market onlookers as an expert practitioner with expertise in the Mexican energy and natural resources arena. He boasts capabilities assisting clients with matters pertaining to the power, oil and gas and water sectors.
  6. Miguel Ángel Mateo Simón
    3
    Miguel Ángel Mateo Simón
    Hogan Lovells
    Hogan Lovells | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 3 | 11 Years Ranked

    Mexico City-based partner Miguel Ángel Mateo Simón boasts notable activity across a range of transactional and regulatory energy matters in the oil and gas and power spheres.

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Band 4

  1. Ariel Garfio
    4
    Ariel Garfio
    Von Wobeser y Sierra, SC
    Von Wobeser y Sierra, SC | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked

    Partner Ariel Garfio obtains appreciation from clients and peers for his presence in the energy and natural resources market in Mexico. He has a focus on the power sector.

  2. Erick Hernández
    4
    Erick Hernández
    Greenberg Traurig, S.C.
    Greenberg Traurig, S.C. | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 4 | 4 Years Ranked

    Partner Erick Hernández receives notable praise for his regulatory energy knowledge in Mexico. He boasts expertise in oil and gas and renewables mandates.

  3. Guadalupe Esparza
    4
    Guadalupe Esparza
    Ramos, Ripoll & Schuster
    Ramos, Ripoll & Schuster | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked

    Partner Guadalupe Esparza garners appreciation from market observers for her prowess in power matters in Mexico.

  4. Jorge A. Arrambide Montemayor
    4
    Jorge A. Arrambide Montemayor
    Santos Elizondo S.C.
    Santos Elizondo S.C. | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked

    Partner Jorge Arrambide Montemayor enters the rankings this year after garnering widespread market acclaim for his power sector expertise in Mexico.

  5. José A Estandía
    4
    José A Estandía
    Jones Day
    Jones Day | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 4 | 13 Years Ranked

    Mexico City-based partner José Estandía of Jones Day has extensive experience in the Mexican energy and natural resources domain, advising clients on power and renewables matters.

  6. José Ignacio Segura Alonso
    4
    José Ignacio Segura Alonso
    Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez, S.C.
    Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez, S.C. | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 4 | 12 Years Ranked

    Co-head of department José Ignacio Segura Alonso of Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez is praised for his prowess in power and oil and gas matters in Mexico.

  7. Luis Roberto Fernández Lagunas
    4
    Luis Roberto Fernández Lagunas
    CMS Woodhouse Lorente Ludlow SC
    CMS Woodhouse Lorente Ludlow SC | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked

    Partner Luis Roberto Fernández Lagunas obtains widespread market acclaim for his energy expertise in Mexico. He has expertise in the mining, power and oil and gas fields.

    Key sectors
    Energy and Utilities|Environmental and Waste|Property, Construction and Infrastructure|Resources and Mining
  8. 4
    Marco Nieto-Vazquez
    Baker McKenzie
    Baker McKenzie | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked

    Partner Marco Nieto-Vazquez makes his debut in the rankings this year, earning praise from the market for his energy practice in Mexico. He is active in the power sphere.

  9. 4
    Mariana Hernández
    MCM Abogados
    MCM Abogados | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked

    Partner Mariana Hernández continues to garner recognition for her expertise in regulatory oil and gas and power mandates in Mexico.

  10. Rodolfo Rueda Ballesteros
    4
    Rodolfo Rueda Ballesteros
    Holland & Knight LLP
    Holland & Knight LLP | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked

    Partner Rodolfo Rueda Ballesteros receives commendation from clients and peers alike for his experience handling regulatory power matters in Mexico.

  11. Santiago Medina Zavala
    4
    Santiago Medina Zavala
    Nader Hayaux & Goebel
    Nader Hayaux & Goebel | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Band 4 | 9 Years Ranked

    Partner Santiago Medina Zavala makes his debut in the rankings this year, earning praise from the market for his power practice in Mexico.

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Up and Coming

  1. Bernardo Cortes Araujo
    U
    Bernardo Cortes Araujo
    Cortés Quesada Abogados, S.C.
    Cortés Quesada Abogados, S.C. | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Up and Coming | 2 Years Ranked

    Co-head of department and partner Bernardo Cortes Araujo continues to gain market recognition for his work in oil and gas, power and renewables mandates in Mexico.

  2. José Antonio Téllez
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    José Antonio Téllez
    Santos Elizondo S.C.
    Santos Elizondo S.C. | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Up and Coming | 3 Years Ranked

    Up-and-coming lawyer José Antonio Téllez boasts noteworthy market commendation for his energy regulatory practice in Mexico. He is active in the power sphere.

  3. U
    Lorenzo Hernandez
    ONTIER
    ONTIER | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Up and Coming | 2 Years Ranked

    Up-and-coming partner Lorenzo Hernández of ONTIER continues to gain recognition for his expertise in the Mexican electricity market.

  4. Luis Jorge Akle Arronte
    U
    Luis Jorge Akle Arronte
    Greenberg Traurig, S.C.
    Greenberg Traurig, S.C. | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Up and Coming | 3 Years Ranked

    Up-and-coming practitioner Luis Jorge Akle Arronte continues to be recognised for his work in renewable energy matters in Mexico.

  5. Pedro Llado
    U
    Pedro Llado
    Sainz Abogados
    Sainz Abogados | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Up and Coming | 1 Years Ranked

    Pedro Llado enters the ranking for the first time this year. He is recognised for his oil and gas and power practices in Mexico.

  6. Perla Gizeh Díaz Taracena
    U
    Perla Gizeh Díaz Taracena
    Hogan Lovells
    Hogan Lovells | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Up and Coming | 2 Years Ranked

    Up-and-coming counsel Perla Gizeh Díaz Taracena continues obtaining appreciation for her presence in the oil and gas and power markets in Mexico.

Associates to watch

  1. Aisha Calderón
    Aisha Calderón
    Mijares, Angoitia, Cortés y Fuentes, S.C.
    Mijares, Angoitia, Cortés y Fuentes, S.C. | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Associates to watch | 3 Years Ranked

    Associate-to-watch Aisha Calderón garners recognition for her prowess in energy and natural resources mandates in Mexico. She boasts expertise in the power and oil and gas spheres.

  2. Cesar Diaz
    Cesar Diaz
    Galicia Abogados, S.C.
    Galicia Abogados, S.C. | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Associates to watch | 1 Years Ranked

    Associate-to-watch Cesar Diaz enters the rankings this year upon obtaining market praise for his activity in Mexico's power sector.

  3. Diego Alvarez Ampudia
    Diego Alvarez Ampudia
    Ramos, Ripoll & Schuster
    Ramos, Ripoll & Schuster | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Associates to watch | 2 Years Ranked

    Associate-to-watch Diego Alvarez Ampudia continues to receive endorsement for his work in renewable energy projects in Mexico.

  4. Erika Roldan
    Erika Roldan
    Goodrich Riquelme y Asociados
    Goodrich Riquelme y Asociados | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Associates to watch | 2 Years Ranked

    Associate-to-watch Erika Roldán continues to obtain appreciation from clients and peers alike for her presence in the power market in Mexico.

  5. Jose Daniel Franco
    White & Case SC
    White & Case SC | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Associates to watch | 1 Years Ranked

    Associate-to-watch Jose Daniel Franco appears in the rankings for the first time this year. He is highlighted for his power and oil and gas practice in Mexico.

  6. Max Ernesto Hernández-Ernult
    Garrigues
    Garrigues | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Associates to watch | 1 Years Ranked

    Associate-to-watch Max Ernesto Hernández-Ernult earns a spot in this year’s rankings, debuting after receiving strong market praise for his oil and gas and power sectors expertise in Mexico.

  7. Norma Alvarez
    Santamarina y Steta SC
    Santamarina y Steta SC | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Associates to watch | 1 Years Ranked

    Associate-to-watch Norma Alvarez comes into the rankings this year after receiving strong market praise for her oil and gas sector and power expertise in Mexico.

  8. Tania Trejo
    Garrigues
    Garrigues | Energy & Natural Resources: Power
    2026 | Associates to watch | 2 Years Ranked

    Associate-to-watch Tania Trejo continues to garner recognition for her activity in the Mexican energy and natural resources sector, including the oil and gas and power spaces.