Originating from the 2018 merger of Ramírez Vazquez Abogados and a spin off from the local Mexican office of ONTIER México, LHO has successfully built on its expertise in the renewable energy segment to develop an environmental practice of note. The 10-strong team handles both advisory work regarding regulatory matters and environmental litigation, and is perhaps best known for its establishment and structuring of an 'eco-zone' in Cuernavaca's historical centre; it also has a niche specialisation advising environmental start-ups and assisting them through their acceleration growth stage. More broadly, the team advises on the environmental aspects of project development, including matters related to permits, authorisations, compliance and litigation. It is co-led by managing partner Luis Miguel Ramírez, who focuses on renewable energy and environmental matters related to sustainability programs; and Luis Enrique Rangel, whose experience is centred on project finance, natural resources, transactional matters, joint ventures and restructuring. Head of the firm’s office in Morelos, associate Jimena Arazá has experience on project development matters – particularly the establishment of structures for natural resources ventures.
Testimonials
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- 'In addition to providing all legal services, this firm goes one step further and seeks the collaboration of its clients to achieve greater goals. They take the time to understand, share and enhance the objectives of their clients.'
- 'They are a super capable and professional team that provide constant support, in addition to being at the forefront of technology and the latest news. They really care about making a positive impact and growing with their customers, so they look to support and connect initiatives.'
- 'LHO is a very flexible office that adapts to the needs of the client both in terms of budget and billing as well as in the way of working. They have a very hands-on approach to matters.'
- 'Luis Miguel Ramírez is a business-oriented lawyer who offers practical solutions adapted to the client's needs at all times. I would highlight his absolute availability to answer any question and the speed of his response times.'
Key clients
- Prodiel
- Pachamama Solar
- Potrero Solar
- Novamper
- Power China International
- Sinohydro
- Grupo Avanzia (Grupo Cobra)
- Tozzi
- Enel Green Power
- Goldbeck Solar
- Longi
- Grupo Dragón
- Naturgy
- Acciona
- Camescom
- Britcham
- Ecozona
- CENTURSA
- AIRSA
- Secretaria de Desarrollo Sustentable del Estado de Morelos
- Natura Medio Ambiente
- Cultivo / The Nature Conservancy
- The Color Book
- Green Impact Ventures
- Be More Sampa
- OTU
- Guajito
- El Vergel / Trigo Verde
- Carbeoax
- Bioteck Agro
- Nashun
- Mayahualtec
- Proximity Parks
- Chia Mia
- Ivarey
- COESBIO
- Empacadora Silva
- Grupo Nacional Corporativo
- Arrendadora Tlaxcala
Work highlights
- Counselled Prodiel with regard to the energy performance certification (EPC) of more than 3000MW in Mexico, particularly regarding the Pimienta Project, which was recently recognized in the SEAL awards for its environmental initiative to protect Campeche's howler monkeys.
- Assisted the Ecozona del Centro Histórico de Cuernavaca (the first Ecological Zone created in LATAM) with the drafting of its new Reglamento en Materia de Ecozonas, which establishes the rules to be followed to regulate this innovative environmental legal figure.
- Advised Cultivo on the structuring of several nature-based multimillion-dollar investment projects in Mexico, involving The Nature Conservancy and Fondo Mexicano para la Conservación de la Naturaleza, and disruptive approaches concerning sustainable grazing, reforestation and carbon capture.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Luis Miguel Ramírez R, Luis Enrique Rangel