Energy & Natural Resources
Latin America Guide 2025 : Guatemala
Band 1
About
Provided by Mayora & Mayora, S.C
Mayora & Mayora is honoured to have Rafael Briz as a partner and head of the Administrative Law practice area, which handles energy and natural resources matters. Rafael is one of the most renowned experts in this field of law. The firm is at the forefront of its competitors when it comes to energy, having helped develop the largest energy plants in the region as well as having actively participated in the acquisition of the main energy-distribution companies when the regulatory framework changed from a government-controlled scheme to a private one. Recently, we have broken into the market of renewables, and are proud to offer clients a rising team of associates to handle their energy needs, including Juan Carlos Foncea Ferraté. At Mayora & Mayora, we believe in catering to clients with specialists so that we are leaders in the industry, providing cutting edge solutions that stand the test of time. With the changing legal market focusing more on client service as a differentiator; our firm prides itself on being client-centric, cost-conscious, and efficient in handling a matter.
Chambers Review
Mayora & Mayora houses an outstanding department of practitioners in the Guatemalan energy and natural resources sector. The firm remains highly active across a range of energy-specific mandates, including the negotiation of power purchase agreements, the purchase of power projects, and assisting clients with their entry into the Guatemalan energy market. The team is additionally involved in advising on regulatory issues concerning power distribution and contentious matters arising among key players in the Guatemalan power space.
Work Highlights
- Mayora & Mayora assisted SAMPOL with the obtention of the regulatory permits for the construction of a gas-based power plant in Guatemala.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Mayora & Mayora have in-depth knowledge of national regulations and also of the requirements of international companies like ours."
"Mayora & Mayora have in-depth knowledge of national regulations and also of the requirements of international companies like ours."
Notable Practitioners
Stellar partner and head of department Rafael Briz is acclaimed for his involvement in significant mandates in the Guatemalan energy and natural resources field. He is often engaged by prominent clients in the energy sector.
"Rafael Briz is a well-rounded lawyer, and in my opinion, the person with the greatest knowledge of the Central American energy market."
Ranked Lawyers at
Mayora & Mayora, S.C
Guatemala
Clients
Provided by Mayora & Mayora, S.C
Arroyo Energy Group
Chevron
Cox Energy
Energuate
Grupo Cobra
Grupo Gran Solar
Grupo Negratín
Grupo Ortiz
Grupo Terra
Ingenio Palo Gordo
Ingenio San Diego
Iprocel
Isagen
Obrascon Huarte Lain
Santander Sugar Corp.
Industries
Provided by Mayora & Mayora, S.C
Construction
Energy
Financial Institutions
Industrial Engineering
Mining & Metals
Oil & Gas
Telecommunications
Transportation
Utilities