Luis Salcedo

Associate | Mexico City, Mexico
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Luis Salcedo Roa is an associate specializing in civil and commercial litigation, insurance disputes, and international arbitration under CAM, ICC, and LCIA rules. With extensive experience representing insurers and reinsurers, Luis handles high-stakes contractual and liability disputes across industries such as energy, construction, and aviation. Known for his pragmatic approach, he provides results-driven strategies tailored to clients’ needs. In addition to his litigation expertise, Luis actively contributes to client training and thought leadership in Latin America. He frequently speaks at seminars and panels, sharing insights on dispute resolution and insurance law, while supporting business development efforts in the region.

Before his current role, Luis managed complex litigation and international arbitration for high-profile clients in health, aviation, and national security sectors. He co-authored the Protocolo Homologado de Investigación de Delitos Cometidos Contra la Libertad de Expresión, a landmark document published in Mexico’s Official Gazette.

Luis graduated with honors from Universidad La Salle México and is pursuing a master’s degree in Constitutional Law at Escuela Libre de Derecho. He is fluent in English and has foundational knowledge of French, enabling him to navigate cross-border matters with ease. Recognized for his excellence, Luis has received awards such as the Premio Excelencia from CENEVAL and distinguished accolades in moot court competitions.

Qualifications:

  • Qualified in Mexico in 2021.

Work highlights

  • Defended a leading international insurer in a multi-million-dollar contractual liability dispute, achieving a favorable outcome through a negotiated settlement, significantly reducing potential financial exposure.
  • Represented a global energy company in an international arbitration under ICC rules, navigating complex cross-border legal issues and securing a decision that upheld the client's contractual rights.
  • Handled a high-profile class action case in Mexico’s insurance sector, managing intricate procedural strategies that resulted in the dismissal of claims against the client.
  • Advised a multinational construction firm on arbitration under LCIA rules, successfully coordinating expert testimonies and evidentiary submissions that protected the client's interests.
  • Recognized as a "Distinguished Speaker" at Moot México’s XVIII International Commercial Arbitration Competition (2020).
  • Awarded fourth place in Moot México’s XVII International Commercial Arbitration Competition (2019).

Presentations and publications

  • Contributor to training programs and panel discussions on civil litigation, insurance disputes, and international arbitration for Latin America.

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