CMS Woodhouse Lorente Ludlow is recognised for its deep regulatory expertise and ability to navigate Mexico’s evolving energy landscape. The firm fields a cohesive team that advises clients on regulatory strategy and mitigates risks associated with shifting policy frameworks. Its expanding roster of prominent industry players underscores proven capabilities in supporting on large-scale energy infrastructure project development. The department is under the leadership of a seasoned duo: Derek Woodhouse, a specialist in infrastructure and PPPs, and Luis Fernández Lagunas, whose expertise includes the full gamut of mining issues. Raúl Zepeda brings a wealth of in-house experience from corporate entities and has a deep understanding of transactional and regulatory matters. Giancarlo Schievenini is another key figure whose sector specialities span energy, M&A and infrastructure. Further support comes from senior associates Manuel Ferrara, who focuses on constitutional and administrative litigation; and Evert Sánchez, who has expertise in regulatory and government affairs.
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Testimonials
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‘A corporate team that fully understands client needs and has experience in the energy sector, with extensive knowledge of various industry-related topics such as permits, contracts, leases, and more.'
‘They are very flexible to the needs of the client or the type of project, and can adapt and change quickly according to the development of each project.'
- 'In our opinion, CMS WLL is a law firm with robust and competent teams. The partners' personal involvement in day-to-day matters distinguishes them from other firms. As a client, one perceives a good working environment within the firm, which translates into the productive and efficient management of the matters under their responsibility and in the relationship with the client.'
- 'Derek Woodhouse, in addition to being an expert lawyer in energy law, has in-depth knowledge of the industry in terms of commercial and strategic aspects. He also has the ability to approach specific problems from different angles ("outside the box"). All of the above makes him an extraordinary business advisor.'
- 'Experience in the sector, close collaboration with clients, always up-to-date and providing the best recommendations to their clients.'
- 'Availability, experience, transparency, always seeking solutions. Derek Woodhouse. Enrique Lorente. Luis Fernandez. Raul Zepeda.'
Key clients
- Mota-Engil
- Grupo Carso
- Fénix Energía
- Monarch Energy
- Sanborns
- Shell
- GE
- Goldroyalty
- Pepsico
- Vesta
- BP
- Banobras
- Nafin
- BanBajío
- Maquarie
- Banco Sabadell
- Tremond Energy
- Energon
- Volkswagen
Work highlights
Advised Mota-Engil Mexico on entering into an agreement, under an innovative "tolling" model, with Pemex Transformación Industrial (PTI) for the construction of a 700,000-capacity fertilizer industrial plant in Veracruz.
Advised Carso Energy Group's subsidiary, Gasoducto Centauro del Norte on investment, development and transportation service contracts with CFE for a 416 km gas pipeline extension from Samalayuca-Sásabe to Mexicali.
Advised Volkswagen México on its climate change strategy, ensuring compliance with global commitments through the optimisation of the 90MW La Bufa wind farm's power supply usage.
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Practice head
Derek Woodhouse; Luis Fernández Lagunas
Other key lawyers
Raúl Zepeda; Giancarlo Schievenini; Manuel Ferrara; Evert Sánchez