Eminent Practitioners
Band 4
About
Provided by Luis Rubio Barnetche
Practice Areas
Anti-Corruption and FCPA | Mergers and Acquisitions | Communications | Technology | International and Cross-Border Transactions | Antitrust | International Arbitration and Litigation | Latin America Practice | Mexico Practice | China Practice | Search Funds | Supply Chain
Career
Luis Rubio represents domestic and international clients in complex corporate matters, mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures,
international agreements, and international trade proceedings, pioneering the dispute resolution practice in Mexico, pursuant to Chapter XIX of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). He participated as member of the team that negotiated NAFTA on behalf of the Mexican government, particularly in the foreign investment sector. In addition, Mr. Rubio has represented foreign public companies in Mexico and Mexican subsidiaries in the elaboration, implementation and roll-out of Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) policies and procedures. He also has provided legal counsel for issues related to voting agreements, anti-money laundering, extraterritorial application of foreign laws in Mexico (antidote laws), investment in regulated entities, e-commerce and personal data protection.
Professional Memberships
- International Bar Association
- U.S. - Mexico Bar Association
- Mexican Bar Association
Publications
Rubio, L. (2019) Global Practice Guide, TMT Trends & Development Chapter. Chambers & Partners. 169-171
Personal
Owner/President Management Program, Harvard Business School, 2004; LLM, New York University School of Law, 1987; Law Degree, Universidad Panamericana, 1986.
Chambers Review
Latin America
Eminent practitioner Luis Rubio Barnetche remains active in the TMT field in Mexico and is an expert in both regulatory and contentious matters.
Mexico City-based partner Luis Rubio Barnetche is an experienced corporate lawyer routinely involved in M&A and corporate restructurings. He is also noted for his TMT expertise.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Luis Rubio Barnetche not only understands and helps us with our TMT matters, but also with broader legal aspects in Mexico. He is a professional who is always available to us."
"Luis Rubio Barnetche is a great team leader who handles very sophisticated work."
"Luis Rubio Barnetche not only understands and helps us with our TMT matters, but also with broader legal aspects in Mexico. He is a professional who is always available to us."
"Luis Rubio Barnetche is a great team leader who handles very sophisticated work."
