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Manuel Echave

Partner since 2009

Manuel has experience representing domestic and foreign clients, as well as financial institutions in banking and corporate finance transactions, including the design and implementation of structured financing schemes. He has represented several issuers, financial intermediaries, placement agents and rating agencies in capital markets transactions, including securitizations, capital and debt issuances, through public or private offerings in Mexico and abroad.

He has participated as a legal advisor to sponsors and financial institutions in various project financings and in the issuance of project bonds in the electricity, gas and infrastructure sectors.

Manuel has extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions and buyouts including aspects related to issues of economic competition. He has also participated in the negotiation and implementation of strategic partnerships and joint ventures, and in the development and implementation of projects or businesses derived from these associations.

Additionally, he has represented real estate developers and promotors in the sale and purchase of real estate properties, in the financings for the purchase or construction of real estate projects and in joint ventures for the development of real estate projects.

+52 (55) 5201 7436
mechave@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's degree in Law, Northwestern University School of Law, 2001.
  • Law Degree, Anahuac University, 1997.
Experience
  • Foreign Associate, Allen & Overy, New York 2001-2002.
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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

Manuel has won several awards

  • Capital Markets, Band 4 – Chambers & Partners
  • Banking & Finance, Leading Partner – Legal 500
  • Banking / Capital Markets, Highly Regarded Lawyer – IFLR 1000
  • Banking & Finance, Lawyer of the Year 2023 – Legal 500
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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.