Ricardo Maldonado

Partner since 1999

Ricardo has over 25 years of experience providing advice and counseling to Mexican and foreign clients on domestic and cross-border merger and acquisition transactions, joint ventures and strategic alliances. He also represents issuers and financial institutions in several domestic and international, public and private debt and equity offerings, and advises clients in the negotiation, structuring and drafting of complex financings and in infrastructure projects.

Ricardo also focuses part of his practice to Corporate Governance matters, advising family-owned and publicly listed companies in related matters.

Ricardo serves as member and/or secretary of the Board of Directors of several private and stock exchange listed companies, including Consorcio Ara, Volaris, ICA, Grupo Televisa, Grupo Pueblo Bonito and Ollamani (Estadio Azteca, Club América and Play City).

On Pro Bono work, Ricardo actively participates as a mentor and lawyer assisting in matters of Endeavor México and of the Mexican Bar Association Foundation.   He is a member of the National Association of Corporate Directors and of the International Corporate Governance Network.

+52 (55) 5201 7447
rmaldonado@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
  • LL.M., University of Chicago, 1993.
  • Diplomat law degree, Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México, 1991.
  • Law Degree, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, 1991.
Experience
  • Foreign Associate , White & Case, New York, 1993-1995.
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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

Ricardo has won several awards

  • Banking & Finance, Capital Markets, Corporate, M&A — Chambers & Partners
  • Banking Capital Markets Corporate/M&A — Legal 500
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