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Lara Velázquez, Juan Ramón
Perfil
Juan Ramón is a professional with a solid track record spanning more than 12 years in the field of Social Security. During this time, he has gained extensive experience and in-depth knowledge in this area, distinguishing himself through his commitment and dedication. His expertise covers various aspects of Social Security, and he has demonstrated outstanding skills and competence in managing and resolving issues related to this field.
Experiencia Profesional
He specializes in Social Security Auditing, with a particular focus on construction and corporate restructuring, as well as classification within the occupational risk insurance system and the provision of specialized services. His experience spans a wide range of public and private projects in Mexico, including key infrastructure developments such as port terminals, maximum-security prisons, passenger rail systems, residential developments, and thermoelectric power plants. He has also participated in the legislative process of one of the Mexican states regarding the Pension Rights Portability Agreement between the IMSS and ISSSTE.
He has extensive experience in consulting on preventive labor and Social Security matters, advising a broad range of international companies on employee benefits and global mobility subsidies. In addition, he has significant expertise in immigration matters, enabling him to advise these companies on the process of relocating their foreign personnel to Mexico in order to achieve their strategic business objectives.
In the accounting and financial field, Juan Ramón plays a key role in the firm’s controllership operations while also advising clients in this critical area. His involvement ensures efficiency and excellence in financial management, providing strong internal controls and outstanding financial guidance that delivers strategic, results-driven solutions for both the firm and its clients.
Formación Académica
- Certified Public Accountant — University of Colima, Mexico (2012).
- Certificate in Taxation — University of Colima, Mexico (2013).
- Certificate in Taxation — National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) (2016).
- Master’s Degree in Tax Analysis — University of Guadalajara, Mexico (2019).
- Summer Course in Corporate Financial Management — Complutense University of Madrid, Spain (2019).
- Diploma in Finance — Tecnológico de Monterrey, Mexico (2020).
- Bachelor of Laws (in progress) — Universidad del Valle de Atemajac, Mexico (2024).
Memberships
- Guadalajara Association of Certified Public Accountants, A.C.
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Idiomas
Spanish, English
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Ledesma Rodríguez, Jessica
Perfil
Jessica holds a Bachelor of Laws degree, with a specialization in Obligations and Contracts and honors, from the Universidad Panamericana, Guadalajara Campus.
Her practice focuses on civil, commercial, and constitutional litigation. This includes disputes arising within the framework of private rights and obligations, commercial transactions, and business relationships, as well as issues related to the interpretation and application of constitutional law.
She has experience in resolving disputes through both judicial and extrajudicial means.
Experiencia Profesional
Jessica joined Ramos, Ripoll & Schuster in 2019 as a member of the Litigation & Dispute Resolution team at our Guadalajara office.
Formación Académica
- Specialization in Obligations and Contracts (Universidad Panamericana, Guadalajara Campus) (2023).
- Seminar on Legal Updates (Universidad Panamericana, Guadalajara Campus) (2023).
- Award for Excellence in the General Graduation Exam for the Bachelor of Laws (CENEVAL) (2022).
- Bachelor of Laws (Honors) (Universidad Panamericana, Guadalajara Campus) (2022).
Professional Affiliations
- Barra Mexicana, Colegio de Abogados, A.C. – Member of the Commercial Law Commission.
- Abogadas MX – Member of the Jalisco Chapter.
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López Asencio, Carolina
Perfil
Carolina López is an attorney with experience in corporate, business, and contract law; corporate restructuring; corporate compliance; regulatory compliance; corporate governance; foreign investment; and international commercial transactions. She also has expertise in U.S. corporate and business law.
Her practice has focused on providing comprehensive legal counsel to domestic and international clients, and she has worked in various sectors, including the automotive, agro-industrial, food, electronics, manufacturing, and industrial technology industries, among others.
Experiencia Profesional
Carolina joined Ramos, Ripoll & Schuster in 2021 as part of the Corporate & Business team at the Guadalajara office.
Previously, she worked at Baker McKenzie in the Corporate & Business practice, as well as in the Infrastructure, Energy & Mining practice.
She also worked at Mata & Asociados in the Corporate & Finance practice.
Formación Académica
Master of Laws (LL.M.) from the University of St. Thomas School of Law (2025)
Bachelor of Laws from the Universidad Panamericana, Guadalajara campus (2024)
Seminar on Law Firm Management at the international law firm Cuatrecasas in Barcelona, Spain (2023)
Study abroad program at Maple Ridge Secondary School, Vancouver, Canada (2018)
Certifications – Rankings – Publications – Affiliations
- Member of Abogadas MX, Guadalajara Chapter.
- Minnesota Hispanic Bar Association.
- Minnesota State Bar Association.
Área de Práctica
Idiomas
Spanish, English, French.
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Loya Padilla, Roxán
Perfil
Roxán Loya Padilla holds a Bachelor of Laws degree from the Law School of the Universidad Panamericana, Guadalajara Campus. She also holds specializations in Contract Law, Commercial Law, and Corporate Law from the same institution.
Her professional practice focuses on Corporate & Business Law, advising domestic and international clients across various sectors, including the automotive, tequila, and real estate industries, among others.
Throughout her career, she has participated in various acquisitions, real estate developments, and corporate restructurings.
Experiencia Profesional
Roxán joined Ramos, Ripoll & Schuster in January 2018.
Prior to joining the firm, he began his professional career at Cuesta Campos, working in the Corporate Law department. He later joined Gómez Arnaiz Abogados, where he handled corporate matters and administrative litigation.
As part of her international academic training, in 2016 she spent a semester at Suffolk University School of Law in Boston, Massachusetts.
In June 2018, she completed the Certificate Program in Public International Law offered by the Complutense University of Madrid.
Additionally, in February 2022, she completed the Real Estate Law program offered by the Notary Association of Mexico City.
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López Gómez, Julio
Perfil
Julio is a graduate of the Division of Legal Studies at the University of Guadalajara, where he earned his law degree with honors on the CENEVAL General Graduation Exam.
During his professional career, he served as a judicial assistant in the Judicial Branch of the State of Jalisco, assigned to the Sixth Commercial Court, where he participated in the analysis of case admissions, the drafting of agreements, and the preparation of judgments.
As part of his academic training, he holds a Diploma in Contentious Tax Law, awarded by the Mexican Bar Association, Jalisco Chapter.
In January 2025, he joined Ramos, Ripoll & Schuster as part of the Tax & Foreign Trade team, specifically in the Social Security practice area. His practice focuses on social security compliance, as well as administrative litigation proceedings at all stages.
Experiencia Profesional
Court clerk at the Sixth Commercial Court of the Jalisco State Judiciary, handling case coordination and the drafting of judgments.
Attorney at Ramos, Ripoll & Schuster on the Tax and Foreign Trade team in the Social Security practice area.
Formación Académica
Law Degree at the University of Guadalajara, 2020–2025
Certificate Program in Litigation Tax Law offered by the Mexican Bar Association, Jalisco Chapter, 2025–2026
Área de Práctica
Idiomas
Spanish, English