Green Mexico 2025
Supported by the Association of Corporate Counsel
Legal and HR director | PAN AMERICAN SILVER (MÉXICO)
Vice president of governmental affairs and sustainability | ENGIE México
Chief general counsel | Impulsora del Desarrollo y el Empleo en América Latina (IDEAL)
Executive director of legal and compliance | El Puerto de Liverpool
General counsel, ethics and compliance officer and DPO North Latam | Capgemini
VP legal & sustainability, assistant general counsel | Element Fleet Management México
General counsel and head of compliance | Americas Mining Corporation (Grupo México Mining)
Global chief compliance officer | ALEATICA
Head of legal and compliance officer | ATENTO México
Legal and compliance director (general counsel, secretary of the board and compliance officer) | Holcim México
Head of legal and corporate affairs | FRISA
General counsel, compliance officer and secretary of the board | Westrock México
Global general counsel, corporate secretary & managing director - ESG & business affairs | Alpura
Senior director legal & compliance | Novo Nordisk, Organon, Fox Networks, Cadbury & Colgate Palmolive
General Counsel and chief legal officer | Aeromexico
Chief compliance and sustainability officer | IENTC Telecom
Corporate legal director of compliance and sustainability | Fundación Teletón México
Senior legal counsel | Cubico Sustainable Investments
Founder and president | Mexican Hydrogen, Storage & Sustainable Mobility Association (AMH2)
GC & chief compliance officer | Grupo Mexico - Infrastructure Division
Environmental initiatives program manager, Latin America | Apple
Director of public affairs, communications and sustainability | Arca Continental
Legal manager of electricity and hydrocarbon | Penoles Industries
Senior manager responsible sourcing and business integration | Target
Attorney specialist | Â Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Head of public affairs, communications and sustainability, Caribbean | The Coca-Cola Company
Chief legal and regulatory officer. general counsel. director relaciones gubernamentales | Ford México
Compliance and sustainability director | Cinepolis Corporation
Vice president legal and corporate affairs, Middle Americas | AB InBev
It is with great pride that we present the Green Powerlist 2025 – Mexico, a special edition dedicated to recognising the in-house legal professionals who are driving meaningful change at the intersection of law, business, and sustainability.
This year’s honorees represent a new era of legal leadership—one that does not simply react to regulatory shifts but actively shapes them. As the global focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues intensifies, in-house counsel in Mexico are stepping into more strategic roles. They are navigating complex legal landscapes, embedding sustainability into corporate governance, and helping companies balance profitability with purpose.
From renewable energy expansion and green finance to circular economy initiatives and climate risk disclosure, the achievements of this year’s Powerlist members are as diverse as they are impactful. What unites them is a shared vision: that responsible business is not just good ethics, but good strategy.
This publication celebrates those visionaries—the general counsel, legal directors, and corporate legal teams—whose work is helping to future-proof their organizations and contribute to a more sustainable Mexico. Their leadership not only protects value; it creates it.
We congratulate all those recognised in this edition and thank them for inspiring the next generation of legal professionals to lead with conscience, creativity, and conviction.
Sincerely,
Margherita Birri, Research editor
Green Powerlist 2025 – Mexico
On July 1st, Legal 500 unveiled the fourth edition of the GC Powerlist: Portugal 2026, in partnership with PLMJ. Hosted once again on the rooftop terrace of the firm’s Lisbon office under a blazing summer sun, the event brought together many of Portugal’s most accomplished in-house lawyers to celebrate this distinguished community of legal leaders.
Returning to its individual-focused format, this year’s edition marked the reintroduction of the Rising Stars category, recognising some of the country’s most promising emerging in-house counsel. It also saw the world debut of the Transnational Leaders category, highlighting general counsel whose leadership and influence extend beyond national borders and whose responsibilities span multiple jurisdictions.
The evening commenced with a welcome address from Legal 500’s editorial lead Francisco Castro, who emphasised the importance of continuously evolving the publication to reflect the realities of Portugal’s in-house legal market. He highlighted the rigorous research and selection process behind the GC Powerlist series and congratulated the honourees for their outstanding contributions to the profession and the organisations they serve.
Following this introduction, Bruno Ferreira, Managing Partner of PLMJ, took to the stage to congratulate those recognised in this year’s edition. In his remarks, he underscored the increasingly strategic role of in-house counsel in supporting business growth, navigating complexity, and driving legal excellence. He also reflected on the transformative impact that AI is having on the legal function and the opportunities it presents for corporate legal teams.
Concluding the formal proceedings, Alexandra Reis, Senior Counsel at Tabaqueira and a recipient in the inaugural Transnational Leaders category, shared a few reflections on the significance of recognising in-house lawyers and the value of fostering a strong, connected legal community. Drawing on her own experiences, she spoke about the importance of networking, knowledge-sharing and celebrating a profession whose contributions often take place behind the scenes.
The launch of the GC Powerlist: Portugal 2026 proved to be a fitting celebration of the country’s leading in-house legal talent. The evening showcased the depth, expertise, and influence of Portugal’s corporate counsel community while reaffirming Legal 500’s commitment to recognising and championing its achievements. We extend our sincere thanks to all those who participated in this year’s research process, and to PLMJ for once again partnering with Legal 500 to provide a platform that honours these exceptional legal professionals.
