Mr Enrique Lorente Ludlow > CMS Woodhouse Lorente Ludlow > Mexico City, Mexico > Lawyer Profile

CMS deepened its local expertise with the creation of FAS Advogados, in cooperation with CMS in Sao Paulo, adding to its pre-existing presence in Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Peru. The firm’s international offices outside of the region continue to play an integral role in Latin America, notably with Ted Rhodes leading the Latin America practice and Brazil desk from London; he was previously managing partner of the Rio de Janeiro office for 14 years. The firm has a longstanding record in oil and gas, complemented in more recent years by further activities in the wider energy arena, natural resources, mining and infrastructure. It continues to expand its presence in solar, wind and green hydrogen. Much of the practice involves cross-border deals involving European parties, along with intra-regional transactions. Carlos Hamann is another key partner in Lima, along with Enrique Lorente Ludlow in Mexico City.

The ‘truly unique’ team at CMS Woodhouse Lorente Ludlow garners client praise for its ‘deep knowledge of the infrastructure industry’ and is routinely instructed by governmental authorities, developers, sponsors and lenders alike. The group’s capabilities cover the entire lifecycle of projects, including the initial structuring phase, financing, implementation and ongoing project management. Particular areas of expertise include toll road concessions, railroads, hospitals and public transport infrastructure, as illustrated by a recent highlight which saw the group oversee the development of the 18.2 km Chalco-Santa Martha Trolebús project in the State of Mexico. The practice is co-directed by Enrique Lorente Ludlow, who is lauded for his ‘extensive knowledge’ and availability, and specialises in project structuring and financing, as well as the preparation of PPP contracts, procurement, and construction matters. Fellow practice co-head and ‘born leader’ Marcia Santomé Sánchez has considerable experience advising federal and local public entities, developers, construction companies, investors and financial institutions on a range of projects. Additional names to note for project financing and development include Giancarlo Schievenini, Fernando Nava Herrera, and senior associate José Antonio Ruiz P.

The real estate group at CMS Woodhouse Lorente Ludlow is praised for the ‘professional, up-to-date and personalised’ service it offers. The team is frequently instructed by developers, institutional investors, and lenders seeking support with matters including the purchase, leasing, and sale of land, the structuring of financing, and the administration of real estate portfolios. The practice group is also well-positioned to structuring joint ventures for the development of real estate, draft the necessary documents for obtaining land use rights and rights of way, and conduct related due diligence. The ‘up-to-date’ and ‘outstanding lawyer’ César Armando Lechuga directs the department and majors on the development of real estate projects, transactional mandates, and the drafting, negotiation and implementation of transfer of rights contracts, focusing particularly on the industrial and commercial segments. Infrastructure specialist Enrique Lorente Ludlow is an additional key contact. At associate level, Luis Mora y Medrano garners praise for being ‘decisive and very proactive in negotiations’ and has noted expertise with regards to real estate and energy matters.