Martínez de Hoz & Rueda regularly advises international investors, developers, landowners and energy companies operating in the renewable and traditional energy sectors. The lawyers advise clients on implementing solar and wind farm projects, including land acquisition and permitting approvals and financing issues, such as whether projects qualify under the large investment incentive regime (RIGI). The department is headed by public law specialist Juan Cruz Azzarri, who represents energy companies in local and international litigation and arbitration. Oil and gas and energy lawyers Pablo Rueda and Tomás Lanardonne are knowledgeable in regulatory and environmental matters, while Marcos Blanco is involved in the development, acquisition and sale of major energy projects, including providing support during the tender process. Arbitration expert José Martínez De Hoz participates in energy-related disputes.
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Testimonials
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- 'In this practice, it's essential to understand the regulations and the business in detail to be able to provide practical and realistic solutions. It's also essential to understand the global energy business. MHR's updates are timely, concise, and clear.'
- 'The MHR team has extensive knowledge of all energy sectors and understands them in an integrated manner, providing practical solutions. José Martinez de Hoz Jr., Pablo Rueda, Tomás Lannardone, and their colleagues are, in my opinion, the best team of energy lawyers in Argentina today.'
- 'MHR has excellent lawyers in this department. They handle procedures very proactively, and they have all the necessary knowledge to move quickly through negotiations, authorisation processes, etc.'
- 'They stand out for their proactivity, technical knowledge and human touch.'
Key clients
- JinkoSolar Holding
- Jinko Power
- Fortescue Future Industries
- Goldwind
- International Finance Corporation
- Neoen
- Corporación Andina de Fomento
- Genneia
- YPF Energía Eléctrica
- RELP (formerly Greenmap)
- Orazul Energy
- Eoliasur
Work highlights
Assisting Neoen in all aspects of its activities in Argentina regarding the development and operation of two solar PV projects (100 MW each) located in the Province of Salta, which were awarded under the RenovAR Program (Rounds 1 and 2).
Representing Goldwind, a world-leading wind turbine technology and energy solutions provider, in its activities in Argentina.
Advised Total Austral and Compañía General de Combustibles on possible courses of action regarding Resolution SE 58/2024, under which the Argentine Government established that, subject to agreements with producers, amounts owed for natural gas purchases for the supply of Argentina’s thermal generation park would be settled through the delivery of sovereign bonds.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Juan Cruz Azzarri
Other key lawyers
Pablo Rueda; Tomás Lanardonne; Marcos Blanco; José Martínez De Hoz