‘One of the strongest specialties of Hogan Lovells’ according to clients, competition and antitrust is an area in which the firm’s Mexico office is frequently engaged in investigations work, as well as handling complex merger control issues, often in relation to major global M&A. In 2022, the team was part of a multi-jurisdictional group of counsel that advised Mondelez International on its $1.3bn acquisition of Ricolino, with coordinated filings in Ecuador, Nicaragua, Honduras, Costa Rica and Ukraine; the team secured unconditional approval in Mexico. ’First-class lawyers’ Ricardo Pons and Omar Guerrero co-lead the practice: Pons focusing on merger control and investigations, while experienced litigator Guerrero is accustomed to handling matters before competition tribunals, federal courts and the Supreme Court. The ‘performance and knowledge’ of counsel Alan Ramírez Casazza is also highlighted by clients, and senior associate Martín Michaus-Fernández is a further name to note. Since publication, Ramírez has been raised to the partnership – effective as of January 2024.

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Testimonials

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‘It is a team of highly competent lawyers, and who review in detail the necessary points of the operation in question to submit it to a review by the authority. They are always ready to give an update on the issue of the operations we have carried out with them in terms of mergers of our group companies. There is always a response in time and with an attitude of support and support to solve any obstacle that arises to present in a timely manner. All their work under an attitude of professional ethics.’
‘A very complete and very large firm with offices in many parts of the globe! The team has a lot of study capacity, great relationships and a lot of experience.’
‘Omar Guerrero and Ricardo Pons are first-class lawyers. One of the best qualities of Omar Guerrero is that he is not only an extraordinary lawyer, but also an extraordinary human being.’
‘Subject matter experts and they have good knowledge of the legal environment.’
‘It is a very collaborative team and always willing to support the organization even with short notice. Its results stand out in terms of quality and the team is in constant training, which is why they provide very good insights when required.’
‘We admire the quality of the partners in terms of knowledge of their area of expertise.’
‘I consider that the antitrust area is one of the strongest specialties of Hogan Lovells, their advice in this matter has always been very accurate and punctual. Omar Guerrero has a lot of experience in this matter and good relations with the Mexican authorities. The performance and knowledge of Alan Ramirez, a young lawyer, is remarkable.’
‘Omar Guerrero and Alan Ramirez definitely have great knowledge of the subject and a lot of experience. Omar Guerrero has been practicing in this matter for many years, providing corporate, administrative and litigation advice. Both actively participate in the care of matters and have great availability and excellent treatment. It is a pleasure to work with them.’

Key clients

Mondelez International
Wal-Mart
Assa Abloy
TC Energy
Paystand
TD Synnex
Industrias Bachoco
Eli Lilly
Wintershall Dea
Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste

Work highlights

Advised Mondelez International on its $1.3bn acquisition of confectionary competitor, Ricolino.
Advised Paystand on its acquisition of Mexican competitor Yaydoo.
Advised Aeropuerto Internacional de Cancún on an abuse-of-dominance investigation, dismissing third party claims against the airport.