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TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology) | Latin America

Mexico

Technology includes outsourcing between corporates and suppliers of IT services, IT procurement and regulatory matters in the sector. The section also considers M&A activity in the sector but places priority on those firms and individuals that demonstrate a specialised knowledge in the requirements of the sector. Media includes contentious and non-contentious advertising and marketing matters as well as activity relating to the Film & TV, music, publishing and theatre industries. This includes production, financing and distribution aspects. Telecommunications includes transactional and litigation advice to telecoms companies and wireless operators, and the regulatory issues that such companies face. Other matters include interconnection and resales laws, multimedia agreements and licensing activity.

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Rankings overview for Departments

E

Eminent Practitioners

  1. Luis Rubio Barnetche
    Luis Rubio Barnetche Holland & Knight15 Years Ranked
1

Band 1

  1. Andrés Acedo
    Andrés Acedo Acedo Santamarina, S.C.14 Years Ranked
  2. Carlos A Bello Hernández
    Carlos A Bello Hernández Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C.14 Years Ranked
  3. Ivan Ruiz Ruiz Moreno & Asociados14 Years Ranked
  4. Sergio Legorreta
    Sergio Legorreta Lawtæm14 Years Ranked
2

Band 2

  1. Federico Hernández Arroyo
    Federico Hernández Arroyo FH Legal TMT13 Years Ranked
  2. Octavio Lecona Morales
    Octavio Lecona Morales Holland & Knight2 Years Ranked
  3. Gerardo SoriaSoria Abogados, S.C.
3

Band 3

  1. Antonio Cárdenas
    Antonio Cárdenas DLA Piper Mexico, S.C.8 Years Ranked
  2. Carlos Vela Treviño
    Carlos Vela Treviño Baker McKenzie8 Years Ranked
  3. Edgar Olvera Jiménez
    Edgar Olvera Jiménez Greenberg Traurig, S.C.1 Years Ranked
  4. Ismael Reyes Retana Tello
    Ismael Reyes Retana Tello Malpica, Iturbe, Buj & Paredes9 Years Ranked
  5. Julian Garza Castañeda
    Julian Garza Castañeda Nader Hayaux & Goebel16 Years Ranked
  6. Kiyoshi Tsuru
    Kiyoshi Tsuru TMI Abogados16 Years Ranked
  7. Rafael Robles Miaja Bufete Robles Miaja, S.C.16 Years Ranked
4

Band 4

  1. Carlos Díaz Sobrino
    Carlos Díaz Sobrino Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C.9 Years Ranked
  2. Jorge Kargl
    Jorge Kargl Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez, S.C.6 Years Ranked
  3. Luis Felipe Mancera de Arrigunaga
    Luis Felipe Mancera de Arrigunaga Pérez-Llorca6 Years Ranked
  4. Paola Morales
    Paola Morales Santamarina y Steta SC5 Years Ranked
  5. Carlos M SesmaSesma, Sesma & McNeese, S.C.
  6. Carlos R. ValenciaValencia Consulting
  7. Clara Luz Álvarez González de CastillaBufete Quijano
  8. Joaquín Álvarez del CastilloGonzález Luna y Álvarez del Castillo
U

Up and Coming

  1. Daniel Villanueva
    Daniel Villanueva Baker McKenzie1 Years Ranked
  2. Jose Luis Mejia
    Jose Luis Mejia Acedo Santamarina, S.C.1 Years Ranked

Associates to watch

  1. Ana Rumualdo
    Ana Rumualdo Hogan Lovells1 Years Ranked
  2. Janeth Giordano
    Janeth Giordano Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C.1 Years Ranked

All Departments profiles

1

Band 1

  1. Acedo Santamarina, S.C.
    1
    Acedo Santamarina, S.C.
    TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology)
    2025 | Band 1 | 14 Years Ranked
    Acedo Santamarina is an outstanding firm revered for its top-tier practice in the Mexican TMT sector. The legal team is known for its prowess in handling regulatory issues such as compliance advice, data privacy, licences and permits, and advertising rights. The department is frequently sought out by a number of major clients in the sector including key e-commerce sites, telecommunications networks, social media platforms, and broadcasting groups.
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  2. Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C.
    1
    Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C.
    TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology)
    2025 | Band 1 | 14 Years Ranked
    Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García is a powerhouse practice known for its front-running position in the TMT industry in Mexico. The team is frequently relied upon by e-commerce platforms, aircraft manufacturers, software companies and wireless services operators for advice. It participates in the launch of new telecommunications products, and advises on regulatory compliance issues such as data privacy and protection, licensing and broadcasting rights.
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2

Band 2

  1. Baker McKenzie
    2
    Baker McKenzie
    TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology)
    2025 | Band 2 | 15 Years Ranked
    Baker McKenzie is a well-regarded full-service firm with solid TMT expertise. The team's portfolio of services includes regulatory compliance advice, satellite and operations licensing, and counselling on data privacy. The department boasts further expertise in high-value transactions in the sector. Baker McKenzie's key clients include retailers, software corporations and social media platforms, and its new client wins include Reddit.
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  2. Hogan Lovells
    2
    Hogan Lovells
    TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology)
    2025 | Band 2 | 15 Years Ranked
    Hogan Lovells is a respected full-service firm with a noteworthy TMT practice group in Mexico. The department's portfolio of clients encompasses wireless services operators, software companies and telecommunications providers. The legal team maintains a broad practice capable of providing regulatory advice and counselling on licensing agreements and data privacy.
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3

Band 3

  1. ECIJA
    3
    ECIJA
    TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology)
    2025 | Band 3 | 1 Years Ranked
    ECIJA is a full-service firm which boasts a well-positioned TMT practice in Mexico. The legal team's activity includes providing advisory on sports law mandates, corporate advice for TMT companies, and data privacy issues. The law firm routinely acts for clients from the fashion, entertainment and food and beverage industries. Krispy Kreme counts as one of ECIJA's new client wins.
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  2. Holland & Knight
    3
    Holland & Knight
    TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology)
    2025 | Band 3 | 3 Years Ranked
    Holland & Knight houses a well-regarded TMT practice in Mexico City. The team offers extensive experience providing regulatory advice, as well as assisting with licensing agreements and the acquisition of telecommunication towers. The department is also well placed to represent clients in sector-related arbitration proceedings.
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  3. Pérez-Llorca
    3
    Pérez-Llorca
    TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology)
    2025 | Band 3 | 8 Years Ranked
    Pérez-Llorca has a noted presence in the Mexican TMT market, and comes recommended for its handling of disputes before the IFT and the Supreme Court, boasting further activity providing regulatory compliance advice. The law firm's client roster features e-commerce platforms, telecommunications providers, and broadcasting companies.
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  4. Ruiz Moreno & Asociados
    3
    Ruiz Moreno & Asociados
    TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology)
    2025 | Band 3 | 10 Years Ranked
    Ruiz Moreno & Asociados is a dynamic boutique with established experience in TMT mandates. The team's activity spans regulatory compliance advice, negotiation of licensing agreements, and disputes before the IFT. The legal department offers additional capabilities in consulting on broadcasting rights. The law firm routinely acts for fintech companies and notable names in satellite broadband and spectrum solutions.
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