Von Wobeser bolsters its dispute resolution, antitrust, tax and compliance practices with the promotion of four new partners

Mexico City, December 9, 2025.- Von Wobeser y Sierra announces the promotion of Rodrigo Barradas, Michel Llorens, Luis Enrique Torres and Ricardo Cacho to partner, effective January 1, 2026.

The appointments strengthen strategic areas of the firm and enhance its ability to advise clients on complex legal matters in an increasingly dynamic environment.

The promotions come at an important moment for Von Wobeser y Sierra, following its recent move to new offices in Polanco and ahead of its 40th anniversary in 2026. The firm has 18 practice areas, seven industry groups and a legal team of more than 160 professionals, including 26 partners, six of counsel and eight counsel.

Rodrigo Barradas has more than 15 years of experience in dispute resolution. He plays a significant role in the firm’s Arbitration and Litigation practices and is a member of the Energy & Natural Resources industry group. His experience includes international arbitrations and high-profile judicial proceedings across multiple jurisdictions. Rodrigo is admitted to practice in both Mexico and the State of New York, United States.

Michel Llorens has more than 11 years of experience in antitrust law, with a focus on complex merger control matters and anticompetitive practices across a range of industries. He has participated in significant investigations and proceedings before competition authorities and previously served as in-house counsel at Petróleos Mexicanos (Pemex). His promotion strengthens the firm’s ability to advise on sensitive and complex antitrust matters.

Luis Enrique Torres has more than 17 years of experience in tax and administrative litigation, alternative dispute resolution and tax advisory work. He has represented clients in complex matters before federal and local courts, as well as the Mexican Supreme Court of Justice. His practice also includes international corporate structuring and tax advice on M&A and financial transactions. His promotion reinforces the firm’s Tax practice.

Ricardo Cacho has more than 17 years of experience in criminal law, particularly in financial and tax crimes. Since joining Von Wobeser y Sierra in 2024, he has led sensitive and complex investigations for clients across several industries. He previously held senior positions in the public sector, including at the Ministry of Finance and Public Credit and the Office of the Attorney General, and represented Mexico before multilateral organizations such as the UN, OECD, OAS and FATF. His promotion consolidates the firm’s Investigations, Anti-corruption & Compliance practice, particularly in complex criminal and tax matters.

Members of Von Wobeser y Sierra’s Executive Committee emphasized the strategic importance of the appointments.

Luis Burgueño said: “These promotions reflect our commitment to building a first-class legal team. Rodrigo, Michel, Luis Enrique and Ricardo have demonstrated an exceptional ability to create value in complex and sensitive matters for our clients. Their growth strengthens the standard of excellence that defines our firm.”

Fernando Carreño stated: “With these promotions, we reinforce our institutional capacity to continue supporting our clients in a dynamic legal environment. As we approach our 40th anniversary in 2026, we are consolidating a structure aligned with the most demanding challenges and strategic opportunities in the market.”

Adrián Magallanes added: “Each of these appointments represents a clear commitment to strengthening key areas. The careers of Rodrigo, Michel, Luis Enrique and Ricardo reflect not only professional excellence, but also a deep understanding of our clients’ current needs.”

Diego Sierra concluded: “These appointments strengthen the value proposition that distinguishes Von Wobeser y Sierra: a coordinated approach across our dispute resolution, regulatory and transactional practices within a truly full-service model.”