Legal counsel Caribbean Region | Gildan

José Miguel Gonzalez G.
Legal counsel Caribbean Region | Gildan
What are the most significant cases, projects, or transactions that you and your legal team have recently been involved in?
Gildan Activewear Inc. and HanesBrands Inc. completed their merger on 1 December 2025. As a result of the transaction, Gildan became the successor entity to HanesBrands.
How do you approach managing legal aspects during periods of instability or crisis to ensure the organisation’s resilience?
I approach the legal aspects of a crisis by balancing legal compliance with the needs of the business. Even during periods of instability, I believe lawyers must remain flexible, pragmatic and solutions-focused, while always operating within the boundaries of the law.
At the same time, I make it a priority to give the organisation’s leadership confidence that legal risks are fully understood and effectively managed. By providing clear, timely and practical advice, I enable leadership to focus on navigating the crisis and strengthening the organisation’s resilience.
Legal counsel Caribbean Region | GILDAN