The environmental practice at ECIJA is equipped to advise clients on hazardous and hon-hazardous waste management matters, permits, audits and environmental impact assessments. The team, which also handles contentious matters, routinely advises on health, environmental and security aspects of mining and energy projects. Carlos del Razo steers the practice group and specialises in waste and water discharge management, air emissions, environmental impact assessments, remediation of contaminated sites and environmental litigation. Specialist associate Edith Romero moved into the public sector at the Secretaría de Energía in March 2025.
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Testimonials
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- 'What makes this practice unique is its highly specialised approach. It also has a multidisciplinary team, which facilitates a comprehensive service. ECIJA stands out from other firms by creating legal strategies that avoid unnecessary conflicts or litigation.'
- 'The lawyers have additional training in other sectors, as well as national and international experience. Specifically, Carlos del Razo Ochoa demonstrates not only a complete mastery of the legal aspect but also a deep technical knowledge, which allows him to approach problems from different angles.'
- 'Carlos del Razo is one of the most knowledgeable environmental attorneys in Mexico. Furthermore, his passion towards his practice is worthy of note.'
- 'I have worked with other lawyers and the team at ECIJA provides an above-average service. They know their subject matter very well and their client service is very good.'
- 'They provide warm, timely, complete and professional attention at all times. They are always available to resolve any issues raised.'
- 'The experience, broad technical knowledge and business vision is what makes this practice unique. The team led by Carlos del Razo is unique for the way in which the technical-legal knowledge of environmental matters, the experience of its members and the practical vision from a business perspective complement each other, resulting in high-quality advice.'
Key clients
- Krispy Kreme
- USG
- Grupo Proeza
- Cementos Moctezuma
- GEA Group
- Reldan
- Bitron
- GPO Proman
- Supervía Poniente Tollway
- Grupo Lodemo
- DSM Nutritional Products
- IGASAMEX
Work highlights
Advised Supervía Poniente Tollway on environmental legal matters related to its infrastructure projects in Mexico City.
Advised Zuma Energía on environmental impact assessments for a wind energy project in Tamaulipas.
Advised GEA México on various regulatory and environmental compliance matters, focusing on operational permits and hazardous waste management.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Carlos del Razo