Environment
Latin America Guide 2025 : Mexico
Band 2
About
Provided by Hogan Lovells
Advising key participants in structure and implementation of first circular economy and handling program supported by CANIPEC.
We continue advising handling e-waste to an important global information technology company with active participation in CANIETI.
Involved in contamination site files, determining potential risks for acquisition of a paper company with legacy remedial obligations, potential sale of site currently under remediation program, settlement agreement for completion of remedial actions by the owner of a site with legacy contamination, legal advice for control of contamination source and remediation of heavy metals for a steel production leading company.
On water and wastewater issues, we maintained our leadership in analysis and implementation of business strategies to guarantee water supply for future operations, replacement of supply infrastructure, strategies for water consumption during drought, public wastewater supply by city operators, operation of WWTP, water reuse, water irrigation of major scale projects, strategies for interruption of cancellation of water rights.
Advised on climate change in Pilot Program of Emission Trading System, analysis of new local regulations establishing payment of green taxes, filing of briefs requesting confirmation for application of certain criteria for green taxes calculation, filing of legal lawsuits associated with establishment of factors for electric supply.
We are launching our ESG practice in Mexico.
Chambers Review
Hogan Lovells is a renowned international full-service firm with a remarkable experience within the environmental space in Mexico. The legal team boasts significant regulatory expertise relating to environmental due diligence and assisting clients with compliance. The department boasts additional capabilities in environmental litigation. Hogan Lovells' client roster includes companies from the consumer products, automotive, and oil and gas sectors.
Work Highlights
- Hogan Lovells advised a hydrocarbons manufacturer on the obtention of the environmental permits for the development of a project in Vallejo, Mexico City.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Hogan Lovells have a robust and very experienced team with very strong expertise in sophisticated environmental matters. They give an excellent level of service and attention."
"Hogan Lovells have a robust and very experienced team with very strong expertise in sophisticated environmental matters. They give an excellent level of service and attention."
Notable Practitioners
Noteworthy partner Mauricio Llamas is endorsed by interviewees for his solid experience in the Mexican environmental market. He maintains an enviable practice advising clients in sector-related regulatory and contentious matters.
"Mauricio Llamas is an excellent partner to work with, as he provides us with very good support. He inspires confidence and trust."