Goodrich, Riquelme y Asociados has a long-standing reputation for its advice regarding issues related to oil-and-gas exploration and production operations, including project finance and development, permitting and procurement processes. Strengths of the group include regulatory counsel, as demonstrated by its recent support to Santander in a green financing transaction for the development of photovoltaic facilities. At the helm of the practice is David Enriquez, a market stalwart with particular oil and gas regulatory expertise, as well as additional knowledge in maritime and transportation law. He frequently leads on mandates from both a transactional and regulatory perspective, alongside junior partner Jorge Sandoval, who specialises in M&A and infrastructure transactions in the energy sector. Senio associate Erika Roldán specialises in handling project finance and structuring, while up-and-coming associate Edgar Centeno provides support on compliance.
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Testimonials

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  • 'Goodrich Riquelme provides focused and trusted advice.'
  • 'David Enriquez and Jorge Sandoval are both experienced professionals with a keen sense of what is important to the client.'
  • 'Rapid and very personalised treatment.'

Key clients

  • New Fortress Energy
  • Mexico Pacific Limited
  • Harbour Energy
  • BW Offshore Pte.
  • Mitsui
  • Glencore
  • Tecloman Energy Storage
  • Notus Energy
  • CAF México
  • Bank of America
  • Banco Santander

Work highlights

Advised global marine services company BW Offshore regarding the FPSO solution for a global European E&P operator.
Advised offshore fast LNG systems company New Fortress Energy on its operations in Mexico.
Advised independent E&P operator Harbour Energy on its prime upstream shallow-water development in Mexico, regarding an FPSO solution.

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

David Enríquez; Jorge Sandoval

Other key lawyers

Erika Roldán; Edgar Centeno; Julián Farias; Alejandro Guzman