ENERGY - OIL, GAS AND ELECTRIC POWER

The Mexican energy industry currently is controlled almost entirely by the government. All suppliers and contractors must be registered and approved as government suppliers. Our lawyers, therefore, represent these suppliers and contractors -- many of which are foreign companies (often with Mexican subsidiaries) -- in their dealings with the government.

We advise and represent our clients in bids to the government, determine how foreign investment laws apply to them and help them contend with the tax consequences of their actions.

There has been a growing liberalization and deregulation of the energy industry, especially electric power generation. Goodrich, Riquelme will continue to advise its many energy clients as new opportunities open up for investment.