ENVIRONMENT & WATER RESOURCES PRACTICE GROUP
Our Environment & Water Resources Practice Group comprises a team of highly skilled professionals with extensive experience in a broad range of environmental matters, including ecological ordinances, environmental impact matters, hazardous substances, and GMO regulations, endangered species and wildlife protection, occupation of the federal maritime, terrestrial zone and other governmental lands, air emissions, decarbonization and climate change affairs, waste handling and recycling, remediation, and compensation of site contamination and in general the management of environmental damage liabilities. We have niche expertise in water resource regulations, reuse, and public policy.
We provide our clients with tailored, industry-leading legal advice grounded in a deep understanding of their unique environmental challenges and legal risks. Our client-centered approach emphasizes attention to detail and a thorough comprehension of our client´s needs across various contexts, including project finance, mergers and acquisitions, debt and equity security offerings, tenders, real estate, and other transactions.
“Nader Hayaux & Goebel is adept at handling complex matters. They provide clear, prompt, and efficient legal advice and offer client-focused solutions when required.“
Chambers & Partners
(Latin America Aviation 2025)
We serve diverse industries and sectors, particularly those with significant water resource usage and complex environmental, energy, social, and regulatory permitting requirements. We advocate for and guide our clients to understand emerging initiatives for changes in law and policies through the intricacies of the Mexican environmental legal framework, which involves municipal, state, and federal authorities and regulations. We help our clients comply with applicable laws and, when possible, exceed minimum standards to gain a competitive edge. Additionally, we assist in navigating the challenges and opportunities presented by technological advancements in environmental monitoring, the detection of emerging pollutants, and remedial actions.
Our practice is built on open communication with clients and counterparties, ensuring that discussions and negotiations focus on the most critical issues. Recognizing that every project, development, and transaction is unique, we offer innovative pathways and solutions to secure the necessary permits, meet deadlines, and achieve key milestones. We also add value by integrating synergies with other practice groups, such as our energy and tax teams, allowing us to provide bespoke, comprehensive services.
We play a pivotal role in advising public policy groups, leveraging our thorough understanding of the law and the practical challenges of its enforcement.
At NHG, we are proud to contribute to our Sustainability and ESG Transition Task Group, promoting sustainable business practices with integrity and consistency.
Recent Experience
- Advised a significant beverage company on a comprehensive water resources due diligence process. This work included advisory for compliance with regulatory requirements, safeguarding critical water rights necessary for production forecasts, and identifying opportunities for administrative and tax benefits. We continue to assist with the implementation of recommended actions.
- Played a crucial role in advising a syndicate of 13 financial institutions in connection with a US$2.5 billion financing, governed by NY law, for Energía Mayakan (a subsidiary of ENGIE Group). The funding supports the development of a 694-kilometer pipeline to be integrated with the existing Mayakan pipeline. Our environmental and regulatory team was instrumental in the due diligence process and in negotiating key environmental clauses.
- Contributed to the team advising on acquiring a stake in an ice production company, providing critical legal insight into the transaction.
- Counseled a pharmaceutical company on navigating new ecological tax regulations within their jurisdiction, including exploring legal alternatives and remedies available under the law.
- Currently advising a leading food sector company on all environmental aspects of their operations and business enhancements, focusing on water management and compliance.
