With noteworthy capabilities in project finance and PPPs, Nader, Hayaux y Goebel, SC handles a range of major infrastructure projects and transactional matters across the breadth of the energy sector. While active in the power, oil and gas segments, the firm has a leading role in the water sector and is a sought-after advisor for decentralised infrastructure projects regarding inter-municipal waste management. Experts in PPP matters, Vanessa Franyutti and Alejandro Rojas frequently take the lead on such projects, while environmental specialist Marcela Ánimas is also active in the practice due to her expertise in water-related mandates. Franyutti co-leads the practice alongside Javier Arreola and Santiago Medina, who were both advisors on the recent headline-mandate financing of the expansion of the Mayakan natural gas pipeline. Notable associate support is provided by Ana María Alpizar, whose experience includes advising on public tenders for hydrocarbons exploration, and Fernando Castillo, who specialises in PPP infrastructure projects. The team was further bolstered in January 2025 with the arrival of counsel Thomas Heather.
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Testimonials
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‘We've worked with NHG because they're a very professional firm, with highly trained, results-oriented staff and technical knowledge.'
‘Alejandro Rojas has demonstrated great professionalism, given us excellent results, and always delivers more than what is required or stated in the contract.'
‘They're a very competent and sophisticated team. It's a pleasure to work with them.'
‘I would like to highlight Santiago Medina, Marcela Ánimas, and Alejandro Rojas. All three are very professional and capable.'
'The lawyers are available from wherever they are, providing timely, efficient, and attentive responses to the legal issues and needs that must be addressed, but always within the context of the project. Staying up-to-date on regulations, policies, and news about the social, political, and economic landscape has undoubtedly been a great help in the development of the projects we have participated in with the firm.'
Key clients
- Engie
- Scotiabank
- Santander
- Crédit Agricole
- MUFG
- Macquarie Asset Management
- New Frontera Holdings
- CEA Guaymas-Empalme, Sonora
- Organismo Operador Municipal del Sistema de Agua Potable, Alcantarillado y Saneamiento de Los Cabos
- National Infrastructure Fund (FONADIN)
- Gyrodata
- Government of the State of Yucatán
Work highlights
Advised a syndicate of 13 financial institutions on a $2.5bn financing for Energía Mayakan (Engie Group) to expand the Mayakan natural gas pipeline, supporting in regulatory aspects, energy permits, environmental compliance, tax, and antitrust matters, and negotiated complex agreements with CFE.
Advised the Water Operator Agency of Los Cabos on a PPP bidding process for a desalination plant in Baja California Sur, a project that included design, construction, operation, and maintenance for 25 years and involved an innovative payment and collateral structure registered with federal authorities.
Advised the Government of Yucatán and several municipalities on forming an inter-municipal system for the collection, treatment, and disposal of urban solid and special handling waste through a decentralised agency.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Ana María Alpizar
Practice head
Javier Arreola; Vanessa Franyutti; Santiago Medina
Other key lawyers
Alejandro Rojas; Marcela Ánimas; Michell Nader; Ana María Alpizar; Fernando Castillo