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Jorge Cervantes Trejo
Contact
jcervantes@gcsc.com.mx
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Practices and Sectors
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Private Equity
- Projects, Energy and Infrastructure
- Wealth Management and Family Office
About
Jorge Cervantes specializes in M&A, Private Equity, Project Finance, Energy and Infrastructure, offering clients exceptional legal counsel and representation in Mexico’s dynamic and challenging business environment. Mr. Cervantes has broad experience advising international and national clients in complex and high-profile national and cross-border projects in Mexico, representing sponsors, developers, investors, financial institutions, banks and lenders on all kinds of mergers, acquisitions, sales, joint ventures, projects and financings.
Education
- Master of Laws (LL.M.), Georgetown University, Washington, D.C.
- Introduction into the U.S. Legal System Course, Georgetown University, Washington, D.C.
- Law degree (J.D. equivalent), Escuela Libre de Derecho, Mexico City
Languages
Spanish – English
Experience
His M&A and projects experience includes relevant financings and transactions in power, oil & gas, renewables, storage facilities, pipelines, telecommunications, real estate, hotels and infrastructure projects in general. His depth of knowledge, combined with a proactive approach to deals, has enabled Mr. Cervantes to anticipate potential issues and provide innovative, results-driven solutions tailored to each client’s specific needs.
Publications & Collaborations
Mr. Cervantes has contributed his expertise to a variety of recognized publications in the legal field, including the following:
- Speaker at M&A, Project Finance, Energy and Infrastructure Conferences
- Energy Regulation and Markets, Mexico chapter, published by Lexology Read more
- Year in review: Mergers & Acquistions in Mexico published by Lexology Read more
- “Sectors must unite for LatAm energy transition to succeed”, published by Latin Lawyer Read more
- Private Equity Laws and Regulations Mexico 2023, Ninth Edition, published by ICLG Read more
- Energy: Oil & Gas 2023, published by Chambers and Partners Read more
- The Energy Regulation and Markets Review: Mexico 2023, Mexico Chapter, published by The Law Reviews Read more
- The Mergers & Acquisitions Law Review 2023, 16th Edition, Mexico Chapter, published by The Law Reviews Read more
- Oil and Gas 2022, Mexico Chapter, published by GLI Read more
- The Mergers & Acquisitions Law Review 2022, Mexico Chapter, published by The Law Reviews Read more
- The Energy Regulation and Markets Review: Mexico 2021, published by The Law Reviews Read more
- Oil & Gas Regulation Guide, Mexico Chapters for 2022, 2020 and 2019 editions, published by the International Comparative Legal Guides (ICLG) Read more
- Renewable Energy Guide 2021, Mexico Chapter, published by the International Comparative Legal Guides (ICLG) Read more
- Project Finance Guides 2018, 2019 and 2020, Mexico Chapter, published by Chambers and Partners Read more
Memberships
Jorge Cervantes is an active and engaged member of various prestigious organization contributing his expertise and leadership to diverse initiatives, including:
- Member of the Latin American and Caribbean Law Alumni Advisory (LACLAA) Board of Georgetown University Law Center
- Former Secretary – Mexican Association of Real Estate and Infrastructure Private Equity Funds
- Former Chairman – Alumni Admission Program (México), Georgetown University
- Former President – Board of Trustees of the John Langdon Down Foundation, A.C
- Former Member – Executive Committee of Mackrell International, an International Network of Law Firms
Awards & Recognitions
Mr. Cervantes is a highly regarded legal professional, constantly recognized for his expertise in various fields, including in M&A, energy, projects, corporate, real estate, private equity infrastructure, financings and more. His extensive accolades include top rankings in:
- Chambers and Partners Global and Latin America Guides
- The Legal 500
- Latin Lawyer 250
- IFLR 1000
- Who’s Who Legal
- Latin America Corporate Counsel Association
- Best Lawyers
- Expert Guide
- Financier Worldwide Magazine
