How do you approach managing legal aspects during periods of instability or crises, and how does your legal strategy align with the broader business strategy to ensure the organisation’s resilience?

In periods of instability – whether market volatility, regulatory shifts, or operational disruption – my first priority is to maintain clarity and predictability for management and investors. At Nexxus, our funds operate across multiple jurisdictions and industries, so crisis management requires both agility and discipline. The goal is not only to navigate crises safely, but to position the organisation to capitalise on opportunities that disruption can reveal.

I work closely with the investment and risk committees to align the legal response with the firm’s broader strategy: protecting asset value, ensuring liquidity, and maintaining investor confidence. This often involves scenario-based analysis, immediate risk mapping across our portfolio companies, and proactive communication with trustees, regulators, and limited partners.

What are the major cases or transactions you have been involved in recently?

• The structuring and launch of Nexxus Private Debt Fund II, a private-credit fund focused on medium and large Mexican companies that are in growth stages. The fund represents a new generation of private-credit vehicles in Mexico, reflecting the increasing relevance of alternative financing in an environment where bank credit remains limited. The fund can extend tailor-made financing solutions ranging from senior secured and mezzanine facilities to unitranche instruments and convertible structures, all governed by flexible intercreditor and covenant frameworks that protect investors while accommodating each company’s capital needs.

• In parallel, I have managed ongoing legal oversight of our portfolio companies’ M&A activity, refinancing operations, and board governance, ensuring uniform application of best practices across our investment platform.

What measures has your company taken to embed sustainability practices into its core business operations, and how does the role of the general counsel contribute to driving and ensuring sustainable practices within the company?

At Nexxus, sustainability is embedded into our investment philosophy rather than treated as a parallel initiative. We integrate ESG principles into every stage of the investment cycle – from due diligence and portfolio monitoring to exit strategy – ensuring that our companies create long-term value responsibly. I work closely with the investment and compliance teams to translate these principles into enforceable legal frameworks, aligning our practices with ILPA and market standards.

My role is to bridge legal certainty with purpose. This approach not only safeguards the firm and its investors but also strengthens the resilience and reputation of our portfolio across sectors.

How do you prioritise diversity and inclusion within your legal department, and what initiatives have you implemented to foster a more inclusive and equitable work environment?

Diversity and inclusion are essential to building the kind of multidisciplinary perspective that private equity work demands. In a small but highly specialised legal team, I prioritise recruiting and mentoring lawyers with diverse academic, professional, and personal backgrounds.

I focus on creating an environment that values balance and empathy. One of our team members, a mother of three, works on a part-time and flexible schedule – something we implemented intentionally to ensure she could maintain a healthy work-life balance without compromising her professional growth or contribution to the firm.

This approach reflects our belief that inclusion also means adapting structures so talent can thrive in different life circumstances. Ultimately, diversity within the legal function strengthens decision-making and reflects the plural nature of the markets in which we invest. It is both a moral imperative and a strategic advantage.