Jones Day

Fernando Verdin's practice is centered on energy and administrative law. He advises clients on the private sector aspects of commercial matters relating to public regulations, the legal and regulatory scope of the Mexican power authority, and the repealed Electric Power Public Service Law. Fernando guides clients through alternative solutions to complex regulatory problems during the development and acquisition of renewable energy projects and reviews drafts and legal instruments required for the sale and purchase and financing of projects. He also has experience drafting and negotiating power purchase agreements (PPAs). Fernando recently advised companies in the electricity industry regarding the protection of their rights when implementing new regulatory instruments, policies, grid fees, and criteria imposed by the current federal administration, including representing clients in disputes before judicial courts.