DWF - PhD holders are often stereotyped as nerdy academics preoccupied with esoteric research, lecturing in classrooms filled with disengaged students. While there is a sliver of truth to that image, the reality is far richer: a PhD can be a powerful asset in a law firm setting—well beyond chalkboar...
Inspiring Women in Law: a conversation with Erika Baez Elizondo
Mexico, Greenberg Traurig
"Ethics are non-negotiable in our profession."
Erika Baez Elizondo is a partner at Greenberg Traurig and has extensive experience in tax consulting. Her practice includes designing tax strategies f...
Can a Trademark Created by AI Be Registered?
Guatemala, Alegalis
The evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) tools has significantly transformed creative processes in the business environment. More and more companies are turning to these technologies to generate trade names, logos, slogans, and other brand identity elements. In this context, a relevant question...
Fintech Law in Argentina: a conversation with Juan Diehl Moreno, Partner at Marval O’Farrell Mairal
Argentina, Marval O’Farrell Mairal
"Argentina has an extremely dynamic and constantly growing Fintech ecosystem, which has been able to adapt to complex contexts with creativity and resilience."
In a context where technology redefines the rules of the global financial system, Latin Counsel interviewed Juan M. Diehl Moreno, partner at Marval O’...
Inspiring Women in Law: a conversation with Julissa Reynoso
Latin America-wide, Winston & Strawn
"The ability to understand others’ perspectives—whether as a lawyer or diplomat—is crucial for effective leadership"
As part of our Inspiring Women in Law series, we spotlight Julissa Reynoso Pantaleón—an attorney, diplomat, and trailblazer whose career spans the hig...
Inspiring Women in Law: a conversation with Mildred Almengor Roca
Guatemala, Alegalis
"Analytical skills, empathy and ethics are equally or more important than technical knowledge."
Mildred María Almengor Roca is a lawyer specialized in commercial and tax law, as well as a sworn translator. From her role at Alegalis, she has orien...
Rodrigo Solá Torino: The evolution of labor and immigration law in Argentina and its impact on businesses
Argentina, Marval O’Farrell Mairal
"The current challenge is to manage international mobility in an increasingly interconnected world, with processes that require agility and a comprehensive vision."
In this interview, Rodrigo Solá Torino, a leading lawyer at Marval O’Farrell Mairal and an expert in labor and immigration law, shares his insights on...
Inspiring Women in Law: a conversation with Patricia Kaim
Mexico, Von Wobeser y Sierra
‘It is not enough to open up spaces; it is necessary to transform the rules of the game’
Latin Counsel has the privilege of interviewing Patricia Kaim, a partner at Von Wobeser y Sierra, who is a leading figure in the field of Industrial a...
Bridging the gap between wealth management and mental health
Maxine Lace | Stonehage Fleming
Maxine Lace talked about her learnings from working with clients in the front line at Stonehage Fleming’s latest Four Pillars of Capital dinner.
Over her 30 years as adviser to many high net worth families, Maxine has noticed an increase in the discussions she has with her clients around mental h...
We are Women. We are built for Success.
Costa Rica, Ana Sáenz-Grammans, EY
For many years, many of the qualities that most women share have been viewed as a weakness or flaw. Our empathy, our sense of collaboration, our attention to detail, and even our capacity to multi-task, have been written off as a lack of assertiveness, indecisiveness, or distractions from the "real ...
The evolution of family law: the legal challenges of the new family structures.
Chile, Odette Meneses Fritis
Family Law is the branch of Civil Law that has undergone the most development and changes since the promulgation of the Civil Codes that we know in the world since the XIX century. This is due to the fact that they have tried to respond to the profound social changes of the family.
Heirs of trad...
Surviving Ranking Editorial Deadlines: Essential Tips to Stay Sane & On Track
Mexico, Chantal Williams
Marketing and BD professionals in law firms navigate a demanding landscape year-round, balancing strategic initiatives, client engagement, and brand positioning. From developing thought leadership content to strengthening relationships with key stakeholders, their workload requires agility, creativi...
