Mexico's Energy Sector Veteran: José Luis' Impact on Transactions and Reform
José Luis, an experienced senior associate, has played a pivotal role in Mexico's energy sector. With over eight years of focus on energy transactions, he has advised international oil companies in farmouts and unitization procedures. His expertise spans national and international companies, state-owned entities, and regulators.
José Luis' career began with the implementation of Mexico's 2013 energy reform. Since then, he has advised on the migration of asignaciones granted to Pemex into host government contracts. His work includes representing a leading offshore energy company in the first-ever unitization procedure under Mexican law. He has also obtained required opinions and resolutions from relevant governmental authorities for this process.
With over fifteen years of experience in M&A and general corporate transactions in the energy sector, José Luis frequently negotiates and closes contracts related to the energy sector, including upstream and midstream. His clients range from international oil and gas companies to state-owned entities and regulators.
José Luis' extensive experience and understanding of Mexico's energy landscape make him a valuable advisor. His work in farmouts, unitization procedures, and regulatory paths for energy projects demonstrates his commitment to the sector's evolution. As Mexico continues to open its energy market, José Luis' expertise will likely remain in high demand.