Key skills and expertise

With 34 years of experience, the expert is a distinguished legal consultant specializing in telecommunications, corporate law, and regulatory compliance. They have provided legal counsel to significant entities like the Federal Telecommunications Institute and have led international projects such as the EU-funded Low Carbon and Circular Economy initiative in Mexico. Their roles have included Corporate and Legal Finance Manager at TV Azteca and Deputy Secretary at the Federal Telecommunications Commission. They have a proven track record in managing legal offices, advising on complex legal matters, and contributing to international development projects.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert collaborated with the European Union on the Low Carbon and Circular Economy Business Action in Mexico. This EU-funded initiative aimed to facilitate the commercialization of green low-carbon technologies and circular economy solutions from European SMEs and small mid-caps in Mexico. The work involved providing legal expertise to support these international development cooperation efforts in the environmental sector, specifically focusing on low-carbon and circular economy solutions. The geographic focus of this collaboration was Mexico.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across multiple sectors, including telecommunications, law, public administration, and information technology. They have held significant roles such as Legal Consultant, Corporate and Legal Finance Manager, and Deputy Secretary, providing expertise in legal and regulatory compliance. Their interdisciplinary knowledge includes digitalization in telecommunications and regulatory affairs, contributing to both national projects in Mexico and international initiatives. This cross-sectoral experience is complemented by their work on environmental projects, showcasing a robust understanding of diverse industry dynamics.

The expert has extensive geographic experience working in Colombia, Mexico, Uruguay, and the USA. They possess a deep familiarity with the Mexican legal and regulatory environment, having advised major telecommunications and governmental bodies. Their work in these countries reflects a strong understanding of local governance and cultural dynamics, particularly in the telecommunications and legal sectors. Their international experience is complemented by involvement in regional development initiatives, such as the EU-funded Low Carbon and Circular Economy project in Mexico.

Languages and education

The expert is a native Spanish speaker and fluent in English. They have utilized their language skills in various professional contexts, including providing written translation services for legal, corporate, and financial documents between English and Spanish. Their multilingual capabilities have been essential in international legal consulting and working with diverse teams across countries such as Colombia, Mexico, Uruguay, and the USA.

The expert holds a Master of Laws (LLM) from the University of Chicago Law School in the United States, completed in 1994. Additionally, they obtained a Mexican Law Degree from the National Autonomous University of Mexico, completed in 1991. These educational qualifications reflect a strong foundation in legal studies, acquired from prestigious institutions in both Mexico and the United States.