
Mijares, Angoitia, Cortés y Fuentes S.C. has a strong track record in high-stakes litigation, handling complex civil and commercial disputes with sector expertise in energy, infrastructure and financial services. The group is also houses deep knowledge of Mexico’s regulatory framework and is adept at administrative proceedings, allowing it to handle cases involving federal and state authorities. With a broad range of industry expertise, Everardo Espino takes the lead on commercial disputes. Luis Pablo Ramírez – who co-leads the practice alongside Espino – primarily handles disputes with a contentious administrative aspect, particularly in the energy, infrastructure and construction sectors. Standout names among associates include Ramiro Cota and Salvador Alday, who both provide ample support on high-profile infrastructure disputes.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Detailed study of matters and punctual follow-up.’
- ‘Everardo Joaquin Espino Guerrero, Ramiro Cota Arreola, and Marcelo Cisneros provide timely reports and good management of our cases.’
Key clients
- Petroleos Mexicanos (PEMEX)
- CONOISA & ICA
- MDA24
- Banorte
- MDA 47
- Advance Real Estate 2
- Banco Santander
- Broxrl Pay
- BBVA
- ICA Tenedora
- Aleatica
- OPI
- CONMEX
- IENOVA
- Sago Electronics
- TV Azteca
- Sociedad Hipotecaria Federal
- Buffalo Energy Mexico Holdings
- Ecoplexus Inc
- OMA
Work highlights
Represented CONOISA and ICA Constructora in three interrelated disputes against Fypasa Construcciones, including the enforcement of share lien securing MOU obligations (under appeal), defence against MOU nullity claim by Fypasa shareholders (in pleading stage) and defence against challenges to shareholders' meetings related to lien enforcement.
Represented MDA24 in civil litigation against Citibanamex, challenging the transfer of $12m in payment rights under Pemex contracts.
Represented Banorte in multiple trials against Itaca Capital regarding payment obligations under credit and leasing agreements.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Everardo Espino; Luis Pablo Ramírez
Other key lawyers
Ramiro Cota; Salvador Alday