Praised as standing out for its ‘professional treatment of clients and in-depth knowledge of the subject in question’, the practice at Santamarina y Steta handles a range of matters that includes ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, obtaining permits, carrying out environmental audits and advising on ESG strategy. Corporations from the hospitality, food and drinks, pharma, and heavy industry segments routinely feature on the group’s client list. Leadership of the practice is shared between Mexico City-based Claudia Rodríguez and Monterrey-based Heriberto Garza. Rodríguez specialises in real estate, environmental, agrarian and indigenous matters; while Garza focuses on real estate, environmental, corporate and wealth planning. Senior associate David González Vega focuses on matters of urban development, water use, climate change, and the sustainable development of energy and infrastructure projects.

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Testimonials

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  • 'Santamarina is a firm that stands out for its specialization and knowledge in various areas. They serve all industries and are known for being very professional in their treatment of their clients.'

  • ‘The professional treatment of clients and in-depth knowledge of the subject in question stand out.'

  • 'Claudia Rodríguez and David González - responsiveness and expertise.'

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Heriberto Garza, Claudia Rodríguez