Ritch, Mueller y Nicolau, S.C.‘s environmental practice group advises on a broad range of regulatory matters, including water concessions, wastewater, land use and air emissions. The team also supports clients on climate risk and transition planning, responsible supply chain management and sustainable finance structures. In addition, it provides ESG due diligence in transactional contexts and assists in designing accountability frameworks. Brenda Rogel Salgado  directs the practice and draws on substantial experience in the management of contaminated sites and environmental emergencies, as well as in environmental litigation. The names to note at senior associate level are Javier Camacho and Ana Paulina Arenas, both of whom support on advisory environmental law mandates. Senior associate Estuardo Anaya left the firm in January 2026.
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Key clients

  • Rodina
  • Blue Tissue
  • BG Hotels

Work highlights

Advised Rodina on environmental matters in connection with its joint acquisition of a $2bn resort portfolio from Hyatt Hotels Corporation.
Assisted the shareholders of Blue Tissue with the sale of 100% of their equity interest to Grand Bay International.
Advised Berger Group Hotels on the acquisition of Ganzi and its hotel assets in Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

Brenda Rogel

Other key lawyers

Javier Camacho; Ana Paulina Arenas