Team size: Four

In an increasingly complex global environment, how do you help your organisation manage risk while continuing to support growth?

I approach risk management as a strategic enabler of sustainable growth. In highly regulated industries such as capital markets, legal teams must be involved early in business decisions to ensure compliance whilst maintaining operational efficiency.

In my current role, I support the structuring and regulatory approval of investment vehicles, manage interactions with the securities regulator, and help align internal processes with evolving regulations. My background in corporate law and financial regulation enables me to assess risks from legal, operational and strategic perspectives.

I have also complemented my practice with training in Legal Project Management (LPM), which has strengthened my ability to deliver legal work in a more efficient and results-oriented manner across the organisation.

How has the role of the General Counsel evolved in recent years, and where do you believe general counsel generate the most value today?

The role of General Counsel has evolved from a reactive legal function into a strategic business role. Today, legal leaders are expected to participate actively in decision-making and contribute to business strategy.

I believe the greatest value of in-house legal teams lies in translating regulatory complexity into practical and executable decisions. This is particularly important in developing markets, where regulations evolve constantly and require ongoing interpretation.

Legal teams also play a key role in strengthening corporate governance by promoting transparency, good practice and a strong compliance culture.

What regulatory or risk trends are currently having the biggest impact on your role?

One of the main trends affecting my role is the continuous evolution of capital markets regulation in Paraguay, which requires constant adaptation of internal processes and compliance frameworks.

There is also a growing focus on transparency, investor protection and governance standards, directly influencing how financial products are structured and offered.

My experience advising on investment projects and complex contractual structures has strengthened my approach to regulatory risk management and interactions with regulators.

Looking ahead, what do you see as the biggest opportunity or challenge for in-house legal teams?

One of the main challenges for in-house legal teams will be adapting to increasingly dynamic regulatory environments whilst supporting innovation and business growth.

At the same time, this creates an opportunity for legal teams to position themselves as strategic partners by anticipating risks, interpreting regulatory trends and supporting agile decision-making.

Technology will also play an important role in optimising processes and allowing legal teams to focus on higher-value strategic work.