The banking and finance practice group at Ritch, Mueller y Nicolau, S.C. is routinely instructed by local and international banks, underwriters, issuers, private equity firms and multilaterals seeking assistance with a range of financial transactions and banking regulatory mandates. A recent work highlight saw the team advise Banco Santander and BBVA on a MXN $1.6bn letter of credit facility granted to Organización de Proyectos de Infraestructura. The practice is co-led by Jean Paul Farah Chajín, who specialises in banking and finance, capital markets, energy and infrastructure projects, M&A, real estate and restructurings; and Pablo Perezalonso Eguía, whose practice encompasses international banking and securities transactions, fintech regulatory mandates, M&A and capital markets transactions, along with data protection. Also noted are Luis Nicolau Gutiérrez and Gabriel Robles Beistegui, both of whom handle banking and finance, capital markets and M&A mandates; Gabriel del Valle Mendiola (banking and finance, capital markets, energy and infrastructure projects); and Alejandra Echeverría González (banking and finance and energy and infrastructure projects). At associate level, the names to note are Daniela Solís Navarro and Salvador Torres (banking and finance, energy and infrastructure projects); and Eduardo Aiza Vaudrecourt (banking and finance, capital markets, M&A transactions).
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Testimonials

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  • 'This firm's standout feature is its people: strategic, empathetic, and driven. They differentiate themselves through personalised client care, fostering trust and lasting relationships unlike many impersonal firms.'
  • 'Ritch is a seasoned firm with knowledge of Mexican regulation. The team in charge of banking and finance is composed by a mix of expert lawyers and young practitioners who perform well under pressure.'
  • 'The RM team pays attention to detail, have experience working with financial institutions and are well prepared regarding the correct interpretation of Mexican regulations.'
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Key clients

  • Santander
  • ICEL Universidad
  • HSBC México
  • BBVA México
  • Pagosafe
  • Thor Urbana Capital
  • Banorte
  • Scotiabank
  • Bank of America
  • Banco Nacional de México
  • JP Morgan
  • BNP Paribas

Work highlights

Advised BBVA México and a syndicate of banks on a $2.5bn revolving credit facility to América Movil.
Advised BBVA México on the refinancing of a syndicated loan to Sanfer Farma and Laboratorios Sanfer.
Advised a syndicate of banks on a MXN$10bn term loan and a $500m revolving credit facility to Grupo Televisa.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Leading partners: Fintech

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Daniela Solís

Practice head

Jean Paul Farah Chajín; Pablo Perezalonso Eguía

Other key lawyers

Luis Nicolau Gutiérrez; Gabriel Robles Beistegui; Gabriel del Valle Mendiola; Alejandra Echeverría González; Daniela Solís Navarro; Salvador Torres; Eduardo Aiza Vaudrecourt