Rafael Marenco Barella
Counsel - Technology Innovation and Platforms
- Role
- Counsel - Technology Innovation and Platforms at Walmart
- Location
- Palo Alto, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Rafael Marenco Barella
From early age I was a tinkerer. “How does that work?” was a question constantly coming up in my thoughts. I even fixed a few things on my own. While that kind of mindset doesn’t seem to resonate with the traditionalism of the legal profession, it has always been my driver. I then found out that I could tinker in Tech as a lawyer. I’m a dedicated legal professional with a passion for navigating the dynamic intersection of law, technology, and business. With a background rich in both legal expertise and tech innovation, my practice is built on the curiosity to learn and understand my clients’ technologies. This passion for tinkering alongside my clients allows me to bridge the gap between technical and business teams, and legal requirements. Throughout my career, I’ve worked with a diverse range of clients—from innovative startups to established corporations—helping them tackle legal challenges associated with cutting-edge technologies. My approach is collaborative and creative, ensuring that clients not only meet today’s legal requirements but also anticipate and prepare for future developments.I have a proven track record of working ingeniously with companies to help them grow, especially in matters of commercial transactions and business strategy. While they focus on developing the tools for a better tomorrow, I provide the legal expertise, ensuring that we all speak the same language and work towards a common goal.I’m excited about the opportunities that lie ahead and am always eager to connect with forward-thinking professionals and organizations from diverse fields who are interested in the connection between technology, business and law. Let’s connect and explore how we can navigate the complexities of the tech-driven business landscape together.
Experience
Counsel - Technology Innovation and Platforms
Mar 2026 — Present · San Francisco, CA, US
Education
Tilburg University
Foreign Academic Exchange, Law
2013
University of California, Berkeley - School of Law
Master of Laws (LL.M.)
2019 — 2020
FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)
2010 — 2014
FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas
Specialization Degree, Applied Digital Law
2014 — 2014
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