Daniel Aranda is a bilingual, bicultural corporate and trial lawyer serving clients in the U.S., Mexican and international energy law, pipeline, banking and finance sectors. He has a long-standing practice advising clients in arbitration and litigation matters. Daniel is also a member of Foley’s Energy Industry, and Government Procurement Practice in Mexico City.
Daniel represents foreign and domestic clients with all aspects of their international regulatory and energy law needs, including:
- Representation before the Mexican energy authorities (CRE, CNH, Ministry of Energy, Pemex and CFE)
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Project development and project finance transactions
- Infrastructure and government procurement
- Divestitures and buyouts
- Strategic alliances
- Corporate reorganizations
He handles sophisticated contracts and business matters involving both domestic and cross-border transactions. His financing work focuses primarily on structuring, documenting and negotiating debt-related transactions. These include workouts representing developers, lenders and borrowers on asset-based and unsecured lending. He has extensive experience representing clients facing conflicts of interest between shareholders and negotiating cash-out mechanisms. Daniel also provides sophisticated litigation strategies.
Awards and Recognition
- Recognized, The Best Lawyers in Mexico, Best Lawyers (2020-2025)
- Recipient, Latin Corporate Client Choice Award (2014)
- Mergers and Acquisitions
Languages
- Spanish
- English
New Political Decisions Pose Challenges for Foreign and Local Investors
Foley Attorneys Recognized in Best Lawyers in Mexico 2024
Foley Attorneys Recognized in Best Lawyers in Mexico 2023

The United States Seeks Consultations with the Mexican Government Regarding Mexico Energy Policy under the USMCA

Employment Compliance Trends: New Litigation Ruling Impacts Mexican Companies
