Mexico Rising Stars 2024
Supported by the Association of Corporate Counsel
LATAM legal counsel and GC of Mexico and Colombia | Trinasolar ISBU
Assistant general counsel Latam | IPG Mediabrands
Legal and compliance manager | Navistar Financial México
Corporate and labor affairs legal director | General Motors Mexico
Legal manager and head of data privacy Latam | L’Oréal America Latina
Legal associate, ESG manager and compliance officer | Capital Índigo
Senior legal manager of regulatory compliance and corporate affairs | Jaguar E&P
Latam division compliance and commercial legal counsel | Colgate Palmolive
Senior legal and compliance counsel | Element Fleet Management Corporation México
Group legal counsel region Americas | DNV
Legal manager for Mexico Central America and Caribbean | Reckitt Benckiser Group
Senior legal manager – supply, contracts and litigations | Reckitt / Mead Johnson
Director, legal counsel Latam | The Coca-Cola Company
Head of subcontractor contracts and IMSS | Gaya Sinergia Constructiva
Senior legal consultant | Element Fleet Management México
Director of transactional legal affairs | FINSA
Vice president associate general counsel | Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Legal business manager, north division, north and north-center regions | Banco del Bajío, Institución de Banca Múltiple
Legal manager and data protection officer | L´Oréal México
Senior legal counsel México and Central America and GEOS | Orbia Building & Infrastructure (Wavin)
Legal counsel México and Central America | Aptiv
Regulatory, real estate and GPSC Lead Counsel | General Motors México
Counsel, Latin America and the Caribbean, IP and innovation | Diageo
Senior manager corporate legal | American Tower México
Head of legal and compliance Mexico, Centroamerica | Innomotics
Senior legal manager | Kueski
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Lead litigation and regulatory counsel for spanish speaking Latam | Meta
It has been a true honour to lead the research for the GC Powerlist Mexico: Rising Stars 2024, showcasing a group of exceptional young legal professionals whose talent, innovation, and ambition are shaping the future of the Mexican legal landscape. Throughout this process, we had the privilege of engaging with rising stars who are not only excelling in their legal careers but are also driving significant change within their industries.
What sets this group apart is their adaptability and willingness to embrace new challenges, whether they be in complex regulatory matters, digital transformation, or sustainability initiatives. These rising stars are tackling diverse projects that demonstrate both their legal acumen and their leadership in navigating fast-evolving business environments.
A recurring theme in this year’s research was the increasing role of sustainability and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. It is clear that these young legal professionals are taking proactive steps to embed these values into their companies’ strategic frameworks. Their work is not only ensuring compliance but also helping their organisations lead in areas that are now essential to long-term success.
Moreover, the digital revolution is another area where these rising stars are proving indispensable. Whether through the development of legal frameworks that foster innovation, or the navigation of new regulatory challenges posed by emerging technologies, these professionals are at the forefront of a legal transformation that promises to redefine industries across Mexico.
In the face of regulatory complexities and evolving business demands, the resilience and creativity displayed by this new generation of legal talent are truly remarkable. They are driving innovation and continuously adapting to the ever-changing legal landscape, offering fresh perspectives and solutions that are already leaving a lasting impact.
We are thrilled to highlight the remarkable achievements and contributions of these individuals in this 2024 edition of the GC Powerlist Mexico: Rising Stars. Their dedication, vision, and leadership are a testament to the bright future of the legal profession in Mexico. It has been a pleasure to connect with such an inspiring group, and we eagerly anticipate their continued success and influence in the years ahead.
Margherita Birri,
Lead Researcher: GC Powerlist Mexico Rising Stars 2024
On Thursday 9 October, Legal 500 hosted its first gala dinner in Athens to launch the GC Powerlist: Greece and Cyprus 2025, in partnership with Andersen Legal, IOANNIDES DEMETRIOU LLC and Nobel Trust.
The GC Powerlist celebrates the integral role of in-house counsel and acknowledges their achievements. Legal 500 was honoured, once again, to recognise an impressive group of leading General Counsel and senior in-house counsel from across the region.
Guests arrived at the idyllic National Garden in the heart of Athens for drinks in the courtyard of AIGLI ZAPPEIOU, before making their way inside for the perfectly crafted three-course dinner – accompanied by a gift from IOANNIDES DEMETRIOU LLC and Nobel Trust.
Isabel Caine, Event Content Editor at Legal 500, kicked off the evening with opening remarks. Theodore Pistiolis, Managing Partner at Andersen Legal, and Christina Ioannidou, Partner at IOANNIDES DEMETRIOU LLC, also took to the stage to welcome those in attendance and congratulate the honourees.
The keynote speech was delivered by Anastasia Petsinari, General Counsel and Head of Legal and Corporate Governance at Optima Banl. She spoke about the many facets of the in-house role and how General Counsel must lead with influence, judgement and trust. She highlighted that the success of in-house counsel is not only reflected in work completed, but also in the credibility and relationships built up within their organisation over time. And, of course, that behind every successful General Counsel is a great in-house team.
The dinner provided ample opportunity for networking and discussions. Across the ten tables, attendees were able to connect with colleagues, both former and current, peers and friends. Lively conversations carried on long into the evening, as guests moved to the foyer for espresso and post-dinner drinks.
Honourees then collected their certificates and gifts from Andersen Legal before having their photographs taken at the photowall to commemorate the occasion.
Legal 500 extends congratulations to each and every person who made it onto this year’s GC Powerlist: Greece and Cyprus and is honoured to celebrate such an impressive cohort of in-house counsel, along with Andersen Legal, IOANNIDES DEMETRIOU LLC and Nobel Trust.
