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Gissela Zentella

Associate

Profile

Gissela is an accomplished attorney with a solid track record in managing and negotiating a wide range of complex contractual agreements. With experience in both the Mexican and international markets, she has provided strategic counsel in critical areas such as mergers and acquisitions, legal compliance, corporate governance, intellectual property, and international regulation.

Her proactive risk mitigation approach and ability to lead teams and continuous improvement processes have been pivotal to her success in various capacities, including leadership roles in legal teams and advising senior management. Gissela is recognized for her commitment to legal excellence and her ability to provide practical solutions to complex legal challenges. Her experience and adaptability make her a valuable ally in the legal field.

Trajectory

Gissela, with experience in Mexico and Canada, excelled as a Senior Representative of Law & Contracts at Honeywell. During her tenure, Gissela managed a variety of agreements and led the Latin American legal team, providing strategic guidance.

In her role as a Foreign Legal Advisor at Innocap, Gissela contributed to international agreement reviews and global regulatory research.

At Lottus Capital Partners Fund, Gissela served as the Legal Manager and Corporate Secretary, overseeing corporate structuring and providing legal and regulatory guidance.

Commencing her career at Kuri Breña, Sanchez Ugarte y Aznar, S.C., Gissela gained experience in mergers and acquisitions, due diligence, and corporate governance. Previously, at Llaguno, Name y Moreno, S.C., she worked on commercial transactions, foreign investment, and issues related to antitrust and intellectual property.

Her focus remains on legal compliance and risk management, always striving for continuous improvement in legal processes.

Credentials

Bachelor of Laws – Universidad Ibero Americana (2014).
Master of Laws (LL.M.) with a specialization in Banking and Finance – Boston University School of Law (2018).

LANGUAGES

Gissela’s native language is Spanish, and she is proficient in English.