
EC Rubio is highly engaged in the manufacturing, automotive, aerospace and maquilador industries, demonstrating particular strength in contentious labour matters. The team regularly represents clients in complex labour litigation and collective bargaining negotiations with both national and local unions. The firm also offers robust advisory services, covering the design of optimal labour structures, ensuring compliance with evolving labour regulations, managing employee terminations, and fostering effective union relationships. The group is led by several capable practitioners distributed across offices. In Queretaro, Ana María Becerra regularly advises multinational companies on individual and collective claims, while Javier Canseco boasts a versatile labour practice covering litigation, employee benefits and collective bargaining negotiations. Mexico City houses Perla Arreola, who plays a leading role in advising employers on Mexican labour law and the prevention of labour conflicts. Raúl Lara Maiz is a practice head based in Monterrey, specialising in labour and immigration best practices. Other notable figures, all based in Queretaro, include Alma Oviedo and Eduardo Cortes, both active in labour conflict prevention, and Roberto Alvarez, who has significant court experience and is active in union negotiations. In May 2024, the team was strengthened by the addition of Reynold González Villarreal as counsel in Juárez.
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‘They are always up to date and keep us informed about it.'
‘Great experience and professionalism.'
‘Javier Canseco is a long-term, trustworthy relation, with profound knowledge and experience.'
- 'Alma Oviedo has great knowledge and experience, customer orientation, and availability.’
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Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head
Javier Canseco; Perla Arreola; Ana María Becerra; Raul Lara
Other key lawyers
Alma Oviedo; Eduardo Cortes; Roberto Alvarez; Reynold Gonzalez
