The practice group at Holland & Knight México, S.C. handle a broad range of corporate mandates that includes M&A transactions, joint ventures, reorganisations, dissolutions, the drafting of commercial contracts and the provision of corporate governance advice. Corporate clients operating in the automotive, insurance, tech and logistics segments frequently look to the group for support. Mexico City-based Luis Rubio, who acts as the national team’s executive partner, steers the practice, and focuses on corporate and international arbitration matters. Selene Espinosa is noted for her broad practice, which encompasses M&A, project finance, insurance, mining, infrastructure and real estate work. Key contacts at the Monterrey office include Francisco Andrés Gámez Garza and Jaime Israel Moreno Treviño, who undertake corporate law, M&A transactions, financings, liquidations and real estate transactions.
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‘The factors that set them apart from other firms are: the willingness to work - the follow-up to the project - the order of ideas, steps and the strategy to follow to achieve the objective.'
- 'What makes this practice unique is its close, agile, and specialized approach to labour and regulatory matters, especially in offboarding processes. The team combines legal precision with organizational sensitivity, allowing them to provide practical solutions aligned with the company's culture. They stand out for their speed, clarity, and constant support, which positions them favorably compared to other, more rigid or generic law firms. Their adaptability and personalized approach clearly differentiate them from other legal teams.'
- 'What makes the firm's lawyers stand out is their combination of technical expertise with a human and strategic approach. They understand both the legal framework and the internal dynamics of companies, which translates into practical, clear, and well-communicated solutions. Unlike other firms, they do not limit themselves to strictly legal matters but act as true allies in making sensitive decisions. Their key qualities are availability, empathy, clear advice, and the ability to anticipate risks.'
- 'Attention to detail. A thorough sense of urgency. They are always available to take a call or answer an email, even on weekends. Lead attorney Selene Espinosa communicates issues and answers with ease and accuracy.'
- Attention to detail. A thorough sense of urgency. They are always available to take a call or answer an email, even on weekends. Lead attorney Selene Espinosa communicates issues and answers with ease and accuracy.
Key clients
- JAS Worldwide
- Napoleon – Wolf Steel
- Berkley Transactional
- AXA XL
- WSP Global
- Rash Peru
Work highlights
Advised a US client on the negotiations and review of documentation in connection to the acquisition of equity interests in a US company and its corresponding subsidiaries in México and Colombia.
Assisted with the review of documents for the buy-side policy in the acquisition of Cemix Latam and Ovinver.
Assisted with the review of documents for the buy-side policy in the acquisition of Servicios Corporativos Javer.
Practice head
Luis Rubio
Other key lawyers
Selene Espinosa; Francisco Andrés Gámez Garza; Jaime Israel Moreno Treviño