David Almeida Madrid is an Associate at ALN – Mining Law Firm, specializing in administrative, regulatory, and contentious law within the mining sector. He has been involved in strategic litigation challenging reforms to Mexican laws, including the Mining Law and National Water Law, and has supported key acquisitions that enabled clients’ expansion in Mexico.

He represents mining companies before federal and state authorities such as the General Mining Bureau, SAT, IMSS, and CONAGUA. Previously, he served as Head of the Litigation Department at PRODECON.

David was recognized as a Leading Associate by The Legal 500 in its Latin America 2026 guide.

Lucas Paglia is a Brazilian attorney, compliance executive, and Data Protection Officer with extensive experience in business law, privacy, and corporate governance. He serves as Director of Compliance at a multinational technology company, leading data protection, AI governance, and cross-border data initiatives across Latin America in alignment with LGPD and GDPR.

He combines litigation expertise with regulatory advisory, handling high-stakes disputes, privacy programs, incident response, and compliance structuring for technology and financial services companies.

Lucas is also a professor and academic coordinator, having trained over 4,000 students. He is recognized for his pragmatic, business-oriented approach to legal innovation and compliance.

Luciana is a Corporate Attorney with over a decade of experience advising on complex transactions. A graduate of Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie, she holds an LL.M. in Corporate Law from Insper and is pursuing an MBA in Accounting Management, Controllership, and Valuation at PUC-PR.

She specializes in M&A, corporate, and contractual law, leading full-cycle transactions from structuring and due diligence to negotiation and closing. Her expertise includes SPAs, joint ventures, shareholders’ agreements, and convertible instruments.

Luciana is also highly regarded in corporate restructuring and governance advisory, combining technical excellence with strong commercial insight to support clients in growth, transformation, and long-term value creation.

Monika Gupta is a senior in-house legal professional with over 17 years of experience in highly regulated industries. She has worked with global organizations such as Bayer, Monsanto, and the Tata Group, advising on corporate governance, compliance, litigation, investigations, arbitration, and commercial matters.

A law graduate from Mumbai University and an Associate Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India, she is known for her business-focused approach to legal leadership, viewing law as a strategic enabler of decision-making.

She has completed the Women’s Leadership Programme at ISB and is committed to fostering legal teams that drive clarity, confidence, and sustainable business growth.

María Concepción Stahl is an attorney with international law firm experience, graduating cum laude from Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí and holding a Master’s in Corporate and Business Law from Université Paris II Panthéon-Assas. With over a decade of experience, she specializes in dispute resolution, corporate law, intellectual property, and legal innovation.

She served as Knowledge Management Manager at Baker McKenzie Mexico, leading strategic initiatives across the firm. She is now Founder of STAHL Consulting, advising on knowledge management, innovation, and AI adoption.

Recognized for legal transformation, she has received global awards and is a Chief AI Officer and member of AMCID.

Diego heads the firm’s Corporate, Transactional, and M&A practice, holding a Master’s degree from a renowned university in Colombia, which underscores his advanced understanding of business law and governance. His significant achievements include spearheading the comprehensive legal support for the acquisition, purchase, and strategic investment in companies within the mining-energy sector, overseeing the entire process from due diligence through post-acquisition corporate and contractual compliance. Diego also guides the firm’s integrated approach to Compliance and Family Law, ensuring both the operational continuity of corporate clients and the patrimonial stability of private individuals. His focus is on delivering holistic legal solutions that transform transactional risks into sustainable business growth.

Filipe Colombo is a senior legal and compliance leader with over 15 years of experience in the healthcare and medical technology sectors across Latin America. As Senior Counsel & Compliance Manager for LATAM at ResMed and a regional board member, he leads legal strategy, complex negotiations, compliance governance, and competition law initiatives.

Previously, he served as Legal Manager and Data Protection Officer at BIOTRONIK and held leadership roles at Johnson & Johnson, contributing to major M&A transactions and value-based care projects.

Known for integrity and strategic vision, Filipe transforms legal and compliance functions into drivers of sustainable, compliant business growth.

Jorge Fernández Braniff Méndez is a business lawyer specializing in guiding companies through their full growth cycle, from formation to complex financing and expansion. He combines technical legal expertise with strong commercial vision, advising clients in sectors such as blockchain, real estate, hospitality, energy, cosmetics, and financial services.

He began his career at Ibarra y Gallego, continued at White & Case, and now practices at Fernández Braniff Abogados, focusing on corporate, regulatory, and transactional matters. He has supported clients in securing funding through seed capital, debt, and bond structures.

Jorge holds a law degree from Universidad Anáhuac, a master’s from Northwestern University, and a business certificate from IE University.

Silvio Gómez Saldarriaga is a legal professional specializing in intellectual property, corporate law, entertainment law, ICT, and alternative dispute resolution. He is recognized for advancing collaborative, innovation-driven legal solutions, particularly in creative and technology industries.

He is a mediator and conciliator with the Arbitration and Conciliation Centers of the Chambers of Commerce of Bogotá and Medellín, and a mediator at the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center, handling complex domestic and cross-border disputes.

Silvio is also a postgraduate professor at leading Colombian universities, including Universidad Externado, Universidad de los Andes, and Universidad de La Sabana, and actively contributes to legal innovation and global dialogue on dispute resolution.

Raphael Zaroni is the founding partner of Zaroni Advogados, specializing in international contracts, corporate law, tax, and dispute resolution. He advises foreign companies, investors, and general counsel on cross-border transactions involving Brazil, covering contract structuring, corporate arrangements, arbitration, and litigation.

His experience spans sectors such as technology, infrastructure, maritime, and financial services. Known for a practical, results-driven approach, Raphael focuses on legal strategies that perform effectively in real-world scenarios.

He is an active speaker at international forums, including LexTalk World Houston 2026, where he addresses challenges in aligning international contracts with Brazilian legal frameworks.

Alejandra Balderas Atilano is a Mexican attorney specializing in labor and employment law, advising companies on regulatory compliance, workforce management, and risk mitigation. She has worked with multinational organizations on complex matters including collective bargaining, employment contracts, benefits, and employer liability.

She is recognized for navigating Mexico’s evolving labor regulations, including outsourcing reforms and employee rights, and for addressing cross-border issues between U.S. and Mexican systems.

Alejandra contributes thought leadership through publications on compliance and labor strategy. She also holds leadership roles in innovative legal initiatives and advocates for workplace inclusion, gender equity, and sustainable employment practices.

Guilhèm Becvort is a partner in the Global Tax Practice based in Luxembourg, specializing in international and Luxembourg corporate tax law. He advises on cross-border real estate, private equity, infrastructure investments, and alternative investment fund structures, as well as M&A, debt finance, securitizations, and capital markets transactions.

His expertise includes Luxembourg tax matters, litigation support, Pillar 2, and compliance with DAC6, FATCA, and CRS requirements. Guilhèm is a frequent speaker at international conferences and a published author in leading tax journals, as well as a member of key professional associations including IBA, IFA, LuxCMA, and ALFI.

He also leads pro bono initiatives, supporting organizations such as Professors Without Borders.

Akash Gobardhan is a legal and tax professional with over a decade of experience advising organizations across Suriname and the Caribbean. He began his career in the insurance sector before joining KPMG Meijburg Caribbean and later EY Dutch Caribbean, where he helped establish and lead the Suriname practice.

He advanced to Senior Manager at Kenswil & Co, specializing in Oil & Gas, Mining, M&A, corporate structuring, and labor law, continuing after its merger with HBN Law & Tax.

In 2023, Akash co-founded KGL Tax & Legal, where he serves as Legal Partner, focusing on Oil & Gas and multidisciplinary advisory across key industries.

Isabella Calamia Rinaldi is a Brazilian-qualified attorney and Founding Partner at Rycbczak & Rinaldi Advogados Associados in São Paulo. With over eight years of experience, she specializes in International Family and Succession Law, focusing on cross-border disputes, mediation, international child abduction, and estate planning.

Her practice bridges civil and common law systems, advising families and high-net-worth clients across Brazil, the United States, and Europe. In 2021, she secured a landmark ruling before the São Paulo Court of Appeals recognizing socio-affective maternity.

Isabella is a columnist at Magis Legal Portal and is pursuing an LL.M. in American and Transnational Law at the University of Dayton, expanding her global legal practice.

Hollman David Rodríguez Rincón is a Partner at Grupo Legal Asesorías in Colombia, where he leads a forward-thinking legal practice focused on combining traditional expertise with technological innovation. He champions a “Law 2.0” approach, delivering agile, ethical, and strategic legal solutions for modern challenges.

Alongside his corporate and litigation work, he is a law professor at the Universidad Pedagógica y Tecnológica de Colombia (UPTC) and holds a Master’s degree in Human Rights, International Humanitarian Law, and Operational Law.

Representing his firm at the LexTalk World Conference, David aims to showcase how regional practices can compete globally through digital transformation, strong ethics, and commitment to justice.

Patricia Villa Berger is a legal innovation strategist focused on the intersection of technology, legal operations, and access to justice. She holds a JSD from Chicago-Kent College of Law, where her research explored the use of AI to improve legal services and regulatory design.

She serves as Special Advisor at KermaPartners, leading initiatives in legal ops, legal tech, and technology strategy. Her work centers on redesigning legal processes, building data-driven capabilities, and deploying AI responsibly. She also led a project recognized with the 2023 Legal Innovation in Operations award by CLOC.

Patricia has collaborated with government bodies and international organizations, including the Federal Judiciary Council, INEGI, the ICRC, and the International Criminal Court.

Zaroni Advogados is a Brazilian boutique law firm built around a single premise: that cross-border transactions involving Brazil require more than international legal excellence — they require lawyers who understand precisely where foreign contracts meet Brazilian law and what happens when they do.

The firm advises foreign companies, investors, and domestic clients across its core practice areas: international contracts, corporate law, tax, employment law, and dispute resolution — encompassing both arbitration and litigation. Its work has a consistent international dimension, acting on matters at the intersection of Brazilian and international jurisdictions.

Zaroni Advogados combines technical depth with practical orientation — focused on results that hold in practice, not just on paper.

Jesús Aja Cadena is a partner at Aja Cadena Abogados, advising financial institutions and companies in Mexico. With 15 years of experience in compliance and legal advisory, he specializes in anti-money laundering, regulatory compliance, and financial law.

He previously served as Legal and Compliance Director at FINAE, where he developed AML frameworks and led regulatory compliance. Over the past six years, he has incorporated 16 financial institutions and advised on credit structures and AML prevention, including for the Port of Veracruz.

Jesús has extensive experience handling regulatory investigations and sanctions before CNBV and Condusef. He holds a master’s in law from UNAM and is a recertified AML compliance officer.

Raísa Xavier is a legal professional specializing in public, regulatory, and compliance law, with experience in complex, innovation-driven environments. She supports initiatives involving technology transfer, advanced therapies, and institutional partnerships, ensuring legal certainty, risk management, and strategic alignment.

Her work includes projects related to CAR-T cell therapies for lymphoma, leukemia, HIV, and rare diseases. She focuses on Regulatory Law, Compliance, Intellectual Property, and Administrative Law, enabling innovation while maintaining governance and transparency.

Raisa has worked with public institutions and multi-stakeholder collaborations, balancing regulatory integrity and technological progress. She also completed specialized training in global innovation and intellectual property at Harvard Law School (PatentX).

Pedro Longhi is Legal Chief Officer at JiveMauá Group, a leading Brazilian alternative asset manager with over R$24 billion in assets under management. He oversees legal strategy and supports the structuring and execution of complex investment transactions across credit, real estate, and special situations.

He has extensive experience in capital markets, M&A, and corporate finance, having worked at Lefosse Advogados, Itaú BBA, White & Case, and Mattos Filho Advogados. His background includes advising on sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactions.

Pedro holds a Law degree from Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie and a master’s in business economics from FGV. He is admitted to the Brazilian Bar and is fluent in English and German.

Juan Pablo Argüelles Siller is General Counsel & Chief Legal Officer at FlyAcross, with over eight years leading legal strategy and advising the Board, CEO, and executive team. He holds a law degree from ITAM and has completed postgraduate studies in aviation, antitrust, finance, and corporate law.

He previously worked at Grupo Aeromexico, América Móvil, and the Federal Economic Competition Commission, and has served as a professor at institutions including ITAM and Tec de Monterrey. His expertise spans corporate, finance, contracts, tax, regulatory, compliance, and litigation.

Notably, he contributed to the first Open Skies Agreement between Mexico and the United States and led FlyAcross’s post-COVID financial restructuring and asset optimization.

Ricardo Medina is a Senior Vice President at Banamex Afore with over 10 years of experience in antitrust, corporate law, and private equity. Since 2022, he has led legal oversight of alternative investments, contributing to over 40 fund closings across global markets and managing a legacy portfolio of 60+ investment trusts.

Previously, he served as General Counsel at Arago Capital, overseeing due diligence, regulatory, and compliance matters, and worked at COFECE on antitrust investigations and merger control.

Ricardo holds degrees in Law and International Relations from UNAM and an LL.M. from Columbia University, bringing strong expertise in complex investments and regulatory frameworks.

Pablo Salazar Urbiola is a legal strategist and Legal Manager at a multinational Irish company in the nutrition and flavors industry, supporting operations across Latin America. He specializes in commercial, corporate, regulatory, and compliance matters, acting as a trusted advisor to C-level executives.

Pablo is known for translating legal insight into business value, enabling confident decision-making in complex, cross-border environments. He has played a key role in advancing regional projects, driving growth, and delivering measurable results.

Through proactive risk management, effective negotiation, and budget oversight, he minimizes compliance risks, prevents disputes, and optimizes costs, delivering commercially impactful and strategic legal solutions.