Lauded by one client for its ‘extensive experience’ and ’total mastery of the subject’, the team at Martínez y de Labra Abogados specialises in contractual management services for large-scale public works and infrastructure projects in Mexico, covering every stage from advising on the contracting procedure to signing the termination agreement. Recent mandates have seen the group participate in a range of railroad projects across the country. The practice is jointly directed by senior associates Geraldine Castro and Adi Mena, who are characterised by their ‘extensive expertise on the laws that regulate the public works and infrastructure sector’, and their ’excellent treatment’ of clients.
Testimonials
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‘The firm is unique for its experience in the excellent contractual management of public works of great legal and contractual complexity. The experience, knowledge and total availability in solving requested issues stands out.'
‘Adi Mena and Geraldine Castro are excellent, they know the market perfectly, they understand each process, and they are also very professional. What makes this public works and infrastructure practice unique is their total mastery of the subject, with good knowledge of the applicable law and the resolution of problems and queries that are raised quickly and with outstanding assertiveness.'
‘The knowledge that the firm's lawyers have of the laws and regulations that regulate the sector compares favourably to other offices. Close and permanent relationship with the staff of each project. Ability to address the various specific cases that arise in each project. Technical knowledge of each project.'
‘The broad and deep knowledge that the lawyers have of the laws and regulations that regulate the sector and the excellent management of specific knowledge in each particular circumstance. They differ from competitors in their total availability to meet all requirements in real time, as well as the permanent monitoring of each particular case. The best qualities are their extensive knowledge and availability.'
‘Geraldine Castro and Adi Mena - lawyers with extensive expertise on the laws that regulate the public works and infrastructure sector. Availability to respond to queries, as well as constant monitoring and interaction.'
‘The plus is their 24/7 availability and their great knowledge on the subject, so that they help resolve legal problems in a very short time, with the monetary savings that this implies. In addition - the human quality, kindness and assertiveness of the lawyers.'
‘The personnel with whom we have had to work together provide solid legal support, always demonstrating extensive knowledge in the area required. They have extensive experience, great oral and written communication skills, as well as persuasion skills, always demonstrating their extensive knowledge of legal concepts and applying them in a clear and concise manner. Excellent performance compared to other offices.'
- 'Geraldine Castro and Adi Mena - the great plus of the team is that they are lawyers with extensive knowledge and highly trained in the field of public works and everything related to this. They provide personalized attention focused on what you really require, immediate attention and always a good attitude and excellent treatment for everyone.'
Key clients
- RECAL Estructuras
Work highlights
- Assisted RECAL Estructuras with the public works contract for the execution of works on metal structures, stations and viaducts for Section 3 of the elevated viaduct of the Toluca–Valle de México Interurban Train.
- Assisted RECAL Estructuras with managing the contractual aspects of a project related to the 2023 urban improvement programme of the federal services building in Mexico City.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Geraldine Castro, Adi Mena