Haynes and Boone, L.L.P.

Haynes and Boone, L.L.P., with its roots in Texas, has a major focus on Latin America, especially Mexico. The firm’s Mexico City office has existed since 1994, while its Houston and Dallas offices house a large number of Latin America specialists. The firm has fine record in energy transactions, with a growing emphasis on renewables, along with infrastructure, water, technology and healthcare. It has experienced further growth in industrial parks, logistics, and manufacturing investment as part of the trend for nearshoring manufacturing and supply chains in northern Mexico. The firm is also active in Chile, Brazil, Argentina, Colombia and Central America. It is particularly known for middle market transactions, including restructurings and cross-border joint-ventures. Ricardo Garcia-Moreno and George Gonzalez  are senior names for both inbound and outbound Mexico transactions; Brad Richards is also known for Mexico deals. Dallas partner Alberto de la Peña, is another key figure. All named individuals are based in Houston unless stated otherwise.