Mijares, Angoitia, Cortés y Fuentes, S.C. is one of the most innovative leading law firms in the Mexican market, having been so for the past 30 years. They are convinced that their greatest asset is their people and their ability to evolve and adapt to the needs of their time. In this context, with the firm objective of achieving sustainable development within the Firm and strengthening its governance structure for the benefit of its clients, collaborators, and future generations, they announce that as of January 1st, 2024, the partners of the Firm have appointed Francisco Fuentes Ostos and Horacio de Uriarte Flores as Managing Partners of MACF. The aforementioned appointments will have a duration of three years and their members may be re-elected for an additional period.
The Managing Partners will be responsible for defining the strategy, overseeing compliance with its internal values and policies, and representing the Firm externally and internally.
Additionally, they will work closely with the Management Committee, which will be responsible for implementing the strategy, coordinating the practice areas, overseeing the operational, financial, and administrative management of the Firm, as well as developing and monitoring the organization’s goals and objectives.
In MACF’s international efforts, the Managing Partners will be supported by the partners who are members of the Executive Committee of Affinitas, our strategic alliance with leading firms in Colombia, Chile, and Peru.
Furthermore, as part of the corporate governance, the Management Committee will have various Special Committees to support it in addressing specialized issues such as the Pro Bono Committee, the Diversity and Inclusion Committee, the Systems Committee, among others.
Regarding the above, Francisco Fuentes Ostos commented, “These changes in the organizational structure of the firm coincide with the celebration of our 30th anniversary and strengthen its corporate governance, making us a more institutional organization that responds to the needs of our clients and collaborators.
Horacio de Uriarte added, “These changes and appointments allow us to evolve into an organization that addresses and adapts to the needs of new generations. At the same time, this structure will be a key element to continue the sustainable growth of the firm in an increasingly dynamic and changing Mexico.”
About Mijares, Angoitia, Cortés y Fuentes:
Founded in Mexico City in 1994, Mijares, Angoitia, Cortés y Fuentes is comprised of a highly qualified team of lawyers focused on providing professional legal services of the highest quality to meet the business needs of its clients. Currently, it is a leading firm in the Mexican market, deeply committed to quality and responsiveness; it has established itself as one of the most prominent law firms and is recognized as one of the best in the country.