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Horacio M. de Uriarte

Partner since 2005

Horacio focuses his practice on the legal and regulatory aspects of energy and infrastructure projects. He has participated in natural gas pipelines, LNG terminals, conventional power plants, wind energy, photovoltaic and toll road projects. As well, he has advised both lenders and borrowers in project finance facilities.

Horacio is considered one of the four leading lawyers in Energy and Natural Resources practice area in Mexico by Chambers & Partners, and one of the top three leading lawyers in Projects practice area in México by Chambers & Partners. His practice is recommended by clients that highlight his team’s “enormous experience and ability to both identify and mitigate risks for clients in this area.”

As part of his M&A experience, Horacio has participated in cross-border transactions in a wide variety of sectors, including transactions in highly regulated industries such as the infrastructure and energy industries.

+52 (55) 5201 7487
hdeuriarte@macf.com.mx
Languages
  • Spanish.
  • English.

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The experience and educational background of our professionals form the foundation of our practice.

Our continuous dedication and preparation ensure that each client receives high-quality legal representation, backed by a solid foundation of knowledge and experience.
Education
  • Master of Laws, LL.M Harvard Law School, 1999.
  • Law Degree, Universidad Iberoamericana, 1996.
  • Admitted to the New York Bar, 2000.
Experience
  • Foreign Associate, Cleary Gottlieb, New York, 1999- 2000.
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Cliente satisfecho estrechando la mano con un abogado: Cliente feliz con servicio legal en Mijares, Angoitia, Cortés y Fuentes S.C.

Awards and recognitions

Horacio has won several awards

  • Projects / Energy and Natural Resources: Oil & Gas | Power , Band 1 – Chambers & Partners
  • Energy and Natural Resources / Projects and Infrastructure, Leading Partner – Legal 500
  • Banking / Project Finance - Highly Regarded Lawyer – IFLR 1000
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March 4, 2026
Constitutional Reform on Working Hours
On March 3, 2026, a reform to Article 123, Section A of the Political Constitution of the UnitedMexican States regarding the reduction of working hours was published in theOfficial Gazette of the Federation, which will come into effect the dayfollowing its publication (the "Decree").
February 24, 2026
Modification to tariffs imposed by the United States of America
On February 20, in a landmark decision on the separation of powers with significant implications for international trade, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not authorize the President to impose tariffs unilaterally, as Congress has not clearly delegated its fundamental tax and tariff powers to the Executive Branch through that law.
February 20, 2026
Supreme Court upholds constitutionality of annual rent increase cap in Mexico City
The Plenary of the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (Suprema Corte de Justicia de la Nación) (“SCJN”) determined, on February 18th, the constitutionality of the cap on the annual increase for residential properties in Mexico City.