
Galicia Abogados S.C. is regarded as a leader in Mexico’s energy market, with notable authority in the oil-and-gas and mining practices. The team’s strong transactional expertise is accompanied by a comprehensive regulatory offering, equipping it to handle the full range of corporate transactions, project development, financing matters and regulatory issues. Additionally, the team has access to a network of specialists in antitrust, real estate, environmental and administrative law for a full-service offering. The department is co-led by a group of industry experts; Carlos De Maria y Campos specialises in electricity, hydrocarbons and alternative energy, while Francisco Fernández Cueto’s focuses on renewable and conventional electricity, along with natural gas; both advise clients on domestic and international levels. Representing commercial and development banks, oil-and-gas practitioner Antonio Borja is another key player in the sector. Eduardo García-Travesi and Ernesto Partida further bolster the depth of the energy-specialist bench, while Héctor Kuri and Florent Patoret are the ley specialists for the firm’s sizable number of mining clients. Luis Manuel Rosendo is the key name of note at the senior associate level. Since publication, Rosendo has been promoted to the partnership - effective as of Februrary 2026.
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Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘Galicia's energy and natural resources practice is outstanding. Its knowledge of the industry and related legal issues is outstanding and consistently reliable; far superior to its competitors.'
- ‘Francisco Fernández Cueto stands out for his immediate and precise attention to any question or task he asks.'
Key clients
- Shell
- Grupo Mexico
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
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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.
Luis Manuel Rosendo
Practice head
Carlos de Maria y Campos; Francisco Fernández Cueto; Antonio Borja; Eduardo García-Travesi; Ernesto Partida; Héctor Kuri; Florent Patoret
Other key lawyers
Luis Manuel Rosendo
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Artificial Intelligence
Mexico
Ricardo García Giorgana, Xavier Careaga Franco, Elisa Femat & Diego Leal

