Mijares, Angoitia, Cortés y Fuentes S.C. advises on all manner of antitrust and competition matters, with particular strength in transactional work where it handles merger control filings for high-calibre international clients spanning the energy, telecoms and financial sectors, among others. The group advises across all stages of monopolistic practice procedures and contentious defence, as shown by its successful defence of Grupo Casa Saba in COFECE’s pharmaceutical sector investigation and ongoing representation in the related amparo lawsuit. Name partner Francisco Fuentes' practice is centred on merger analysis and antitrust litigation; he co-leads the practice with Carlos Orcí, whose close knowledge of Mexico's competition authorities enables him to assist international clients navigate merger control procedures and investigations related to essential inputs and entry barriers. Key support is provided by antitrust litigator and senior associate Elian Ávila, who has strong expertise in leniency procedures and investigations, while associate Patricio Rivas plays an active role across both the advisory and contentious sides of the practice.
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Testimonials
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- 'Mijares has a very balanced team, since several of them have an outstanding technical knowledge, but also within the team, there are some members who know in detail the authority's point of view.'
- 'Carlos Orcí has a high level of specialisation in antitrust issues, which makes the discussion of complex matters simple and easy to understand.'
- 'It's a well-integrated and well-organized team. It has a deep understanding of the current situation and the changes taking place in antitrust matters. It has extensive knowledge of the regulator and its processes.'
- 'It is an inclusive firm that respects diversity. Its closeness to clients and its relationship skills. Outstanding lawyers in the practice: Carlos Orcí and Francisco Fuentes.'
Key clients
- Casa Saba
- Aligned Data Centers International
- Citibanamex
- EIG Global Energy Partners
- American Industrial Partners (AIP)
- NH Hotels
- Grupo Alfa
- Actis
- Government of Singapore Investment Corporation (GIC)
- Hoteles Presidente
- Videocine
- Arauco
- Grupo Hermes
- Fibra Macquarie
- Blue Road Capital
- One Rock Capital
- Riverstone
- Fibra Mty
- MAVI Farmacéutica
- Constellation Brands
Work highlights
Advised Alfa on its $400m capitalisation, which included an over-subscription option for existing shareholders and a back-stop commitment.
Advised Mexicn REIT Fibra MTY, on the acquisition of a AAA industrial portfolio located in Queretaro, Mexico, consolidating the presence of Fibra MTY in one of the key industrial markets in Mexico.
Advised Latham & Watkins LLP in connection with the acquisition by A-AP Funding (through its indirectly wholly-owned subsidiary A-AP Buyer, Inc.), of 100% of the shares of Davis Mining & Manufacturing and Austin Powder Holdings Company, two major players in the mining and explosives industries, in exchange for cash and equity in an intermediate holding company.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Francisco Fuentes; Carlos Orcí
Other key lawyers
Elian Ávila; Patricio Rivas