Our Team

PARTNERS
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Agustín Benjamín
Escamilla Alfaro -

Juan Carlos
Partner - Private Equity and Real Estate
Tejado Bárcena -

Alejandro
Stamoglou -

Carlos A.
Bello Hernández -

Carlos
Partner - TMT
Díaz Sobrino -

Elia E.
Partner - Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Sosa Pérez -

Federico De Palacio
Partner - Corporate
Ruiz Cabañas -

Héctor E.
Partner - PDPP
Guzmán Rodríguez -

Javier
Partner - Finance and Banking
Pérez Moreno -

Jonathan
Partner - Intellectual Property
Rangel Lora -

Juan Carlos
Partner - Corporate
Morales de Teresa -

Juan F.
Partner - Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Bonequi Herrera -

Juan Manuel Sancho Rodrigo
Partner - Transactional and Projects -

Lilia
Partner - Intellectual Property
Aguilar Herrera -

Marcela
Partner - Corporate
Arellano Lucatero -

Miguel
Partner - Finance and Banking
Gallardo Guerra -

Ricardo Sánchez Gil
Agustín Benjamín
Escamilla Alfaro
bescamilla@bgbg.mx
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Professional Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S. C., Partner since 2023
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S. C., Senior Associate since 2017 to 2022
- Tsuru Morales Isla, Abogados, S. C., Associate from 2010 to 2016
- Vazquez y Asociados, S. C., Intern from 2009 to 2010
- Bufete Hernández Silva, S. C., Intern, 2008
Education
- Certificate in “Nuevos Procedimientos Jurisdiccionales” (New Jurisdictional Processes), National Autonomous University of Mexico, 2011
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law, National Autonomous University of Mexico from 2005 to 2010
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Juan Carlos
Tejado Bárcena
Partner - Private Equity and Real Estate
Work Experience
- BGBG (2016 – Present)
- Partner.
- Simó & Bosch (2009 – 2016)
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- Legal Director.
- ICON Group (2005 – 2009)
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- Legal Director.
Juan Carlos has over 25 years of experience in the design, implementation, and operation of private equity funds, as well as in structuring various capital vehicles, including loans for projects in the real estate, tourism, agro-industrial, FINTECH, and financing sectors. His approach combines a solid track record in the legal and business fields, with specialization in corporate, commercial, and financial law.
Education
- Master’s in Business Administration (MEDE)
- Instituto Panamericano de Alta Dirección de Empresa (IPADE), 2001-2003.
- Bachelor of Law
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- Universidad Iberoamericana, 1998.
Specialized Programs and Courses:
- Focused Program in Private Equity (ADECAP)
- Instituto Panamericano de Alta Dirección de Empresa (IPADE), 2012-2013.
- Legal Project Practitioner (LPP) Certification
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- International Institute of Legal Project Management (IILPM), taught by Anna Marra (2021).
- Legal Service Design Course
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- Háptica, taught by Angélica Flechas (2023).
Certifications:
- Prevention of Operations with Illicit Resources
- Issued by the Financial Intelligence Unit of Mexico (UIF).
Alejandro
Stamoglou
Professional Experience
Alejandro has over 20 years of business and legal expertise, particularly in corporate and finance areas, including private equity, mergers and acquisitions, and stock markets. He has also spearheaded and participated in projects related to energy and infrastructure, primarily from a transactional and financial perspective. His extensive international experience involves advising companies in Europe, the United States, and Latin America.
He is qualified to practice law in Mexico and Spain, and he graduated from the Universidad Complutense of Madrid and pursued a postgraduate degree. Subsequently, he completed the LL.M. at Georgetown University and undertook a course in Blockchain Technology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
He initiated his professional career at a highly regarded legal boutique in Spain, advising investors at all stages of mergers and acquisitions, assisting startups, devising legal structures for corporate and tax purposes, engaging in debt restructuring and long-term capital refinancing, and litigating commercial matters.
He later spent several years at the Inter-American Development Bank, managing funds and providing investment guidance across Latin America and the Caribbean.
Since 2016, he has resided and worked in Mexico, accumulating substantial experience in the local legal sector, and advising multinational and national companies, national and international investment funds, banks, etc.
This wealth of experience affords him a uniquely global perspective, and his familiarity with various legal systems and business ecosystems grants him unparalleled insight and a competitive edge when crafting innovative, tailored solutions for each Client.
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology – Sloan School of Management 2018
Blockchain Technology: Innovation and business application
Georgetown University Law Center, Washington, D.C., USA. 2012
Master´s in Law (Corporate and Financial Law)
Escuela de Práctica Jurídica, Universidad Complutense of Madrid (E.P.J.), Spain
Master´s in Laws (Corporate)
Universidad Complutense of Madrid (U.C.M.), Spain
Attorney at law
Carlos A.
Bello Hernández
cbello@bgbg.mx
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Professional Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S. C., Partner since 2001.
- Cibertele.com, Partner and General Director, 2000.
- Federal Telecommunications Comission, Deputy Director of International Regulation from 1997 to 1999.
- Visoso y Pikoff, S. C., Intern from 1995 to 1996.
Carlos Bello is one of the funding partner of BGBG Abogados and he has a broad experience in Telecommunications, Broadcasting, Space Law, Public Biddings, Government Agreements, and International Business matters. He has granted advice to several national and foreign companies in preparing public biddings within and outside Mexico; obtaining concessions and permits; and continuously complying with the obligations of operating permits in the telecommunications and broadcasting sector.
Regarding the international sector, he has represented the Federal Government several times before international bodies. In addition, he has participated in several Global Radiocommunication Conferences, Plenipotentiary Conferences of the international conferences of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), and in Board meetings of the international conferences of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). Similarly, he has participated in several meetings of satellite coordination and negotiation of satellite treaties with Canada and the United States, as well as with regions of the Inter-American Telecommunication Commission (CITEL, advising body of OAS in telecommunications matters).
On the other hand, in 2013 and 2014 he acted as Legal Vicepresident of the Mexican Internet Association (AMIPCI) and from 2011 to 2015 he acted as Alternate Director in the Cámara Nacional de la Industria Electrónica de Telecomunicaciones y Tecnologías de la Información (National Chamber for Telecommunications Electronics and IT Industries, CANIETI). Likewise, he is Vicepresident of the IT Committee of the American Chamber of Commerce, Mexico, since 2012, and Counselor of the National Association of Telecommunications since 2011. It is important to mention that the position of Counselor is performed in representation of BGBG and several clients.
Regarding academic matters, he has teached Commercial and Constitutional Law in the Bachelor Degree in Law of Universidad Iberoamericana, as well as Telecommunications Law in the Master Law Degree of International Business of the same institution. In addition, he was the Academic Coordinator of the Master Law Degree of Telecommunications and New Technologies of Anahuac University, South Campus.
Education
- Certificate in Regulation: “Certification Course in Regulatory Affairs”, Federal Regulatory Improvement Commission (COFEMER), 2012.
- Radiocommunications Seminar, International Telecommunication Union, 2001.
- Master in Telecommunications Law, Universidad Pontificia de Comillas, Madrid from 1999 to 2000.
- Spectrum Management Course, International Telecommunication Union, 1998.
- Regional Workshop of GMPCS for America, Telecommunications Development Division of the International Telecommunication Union, 1997.
- Wireless Communications and Personal Communications Services Course, Centro Regional de Capacitación e Investigación sobre recursos humanos en Ciencias y Tecnologías de la Información (Regional Training and Research Center on Human resources in Science and IT), 1997.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Law School, Universidad Iberoamericana from 1992 to 1997.
Publications
- The International Comparative Legal Guide to: Telecommunication Laws and Regulations 2011.
- Global Legal Group, United Kingdom, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013.
- International Telecommunications Law: 2007, Mexico Chapter. General Editor: Dennis Campbell. Juris Publishing, Inc., 2011 and 2012.
- Tecnologías de la Información y de las Comunicaciones: Aspectos Legales (Information and Communication Technologies: Legal Aspects). Marco Legal de las Telecomunicaciones (Telecommunications Legal Framework). Editorial Porrúa, Mexico, 2005.
- La licitación de posiciones orbitales geoestacionaria y órbitas satelitales mexicanas (Mexican geostationary orbital positions and satellite orbits bidding). The Anáhuac Journal. Volume 4, Number 2 Fall/Winter 2003.
- La licitación de posiciones orbitales geoestacionaria y órbitas satelitales mexicanas (Mexican geostationary orbital positions and satellite orbits bidding). El reto de las Telecomunicaciones en el Marco de la Reforma del Estado en México (The Telecommunications Challenge in the Reform Framework of the State of Mexico), Chamber of Deputies, LVIII Legislature, 2002.
- Global Connection. A publication of North Texas Global Telecommunications Society. October, 2001.
Awards
“Chambers and Partners”
- “Leading Lawyer, Group 1″ Award, 2014;
- “Star Individual” Award, 2013;
- “Leading Lawyer, Group 1″ Award, 2012;
- “Leading Lawyer, Group 2″ Award, 2011 (for Technology, Media, and Telecommunications practice).
“The Legal 500”
- “Leading Lawyer, Group 1″ Award, 2012 and 2013 (for Technology, Media, and Telecommunications practice).
“Expert Guides”
- “The Best of the Best” Award in Telecommunications, 2013.
“Expert Guides”
- Recognition as one of the best lawyers in Mexico for Technology, Media, and Telecommunications, 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012.
“Who’s Who Legal”
- Recognition as Mexican specialist in the regulatory area of communications, 2010, 2011, and 2012.
“Practical Law Company”
- Recognition as law firm “Highly Recommended” in Telecommunications and IT, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012.
Universidad Iberoamericana
- Honorable Mention to the Dissertation Work: “Regulación jurídica aplicable a la órbita geoestacionaria” (Legal Regulation applicable to the geostationary orbit), March 1998.
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Carlos
Díaz Sobrino
Partner - TMT
cdiaz@bgbg.mx
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Carlos joined Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y Garcia, S. C. for the first time in 2012, where he has specialized in the Areas of Telecommunications, Media, and Technology, Personal Data Protection, Corporate Law, and M&A.
In 2016 and 2017, the publication Chambers and Partners included him in the “Associates to watch” ranking as a highly recommended lawyer in the Telecommunications, Media, and Technology sector (TMT).
Professional Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García S. C. (Mexico City), Sr. Associate from 2012 to 2013 and since 2016.
- Santamarina y Steta, S. C. (Mexico City), Sr. Associate from 2013 to 2016.
- BDO Abogados y Asesores Tributarios (Barcelona), Jr. Lawyer, 2011.
- Legal Link S. L. (Madrid), Jr. Lawyer from 2008 to 2009.
- Notary Office 229 and 242 (Mexico City), Intern from 2005 to 2007.
- Mexican Stock Exchange (Mexico City), Intern, 2005.
- Mijares Angoitia Cortes y Fuentes A. C. (Mexico City), Intern from 2004 to 2005.
Education
- Certificate in Regulation “Certification Course in Regulatory Affairs”, Federal Regulatory Improvement Commission (COFEMER), 2012.
- Master in Law Practice, Higher Institute of Law and Economics (ISDE) and Barcelona University, Barcelona from 2010 to 2011.
- Course “American English for Students of Law”, New Haven, Connecticut, USA, Yale University, 2009.
- Master in Business and Law of Telecommunications, Internet, and Audiovisuals, Institute of Stock Exchange Studies (IEB) and Cremades & Calvo Sotelo, Madrid from 2007 to 2008.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Universidad Panamericana, Mexico City from 2002 to 2007.
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- cdiaz@bgbg.mx
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Elia E.
Sosa Pérez
Partner - Litigation & Dispute Resolution
esosa@bgbg.mx
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Professional Experience
Litigation in civil, commercial, and familiar matters.
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S. C., intern since March 2014.
- Sánchez & Rochín Abogados, Intern from 2012 to 2014.
Elia joined Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S. C. in March 2014, where she specializes in Litigation in civil and commercial matters. She worked in Sánchez & Rochín Abogados as intern of the litigation area where she worked with civil, commercial, and familiar matters in Courts of Mexico City and the State of Mexico.
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Universidad de los Negocios (ISEC) from 2010 to 2014.
- Specialization in Civil and Commercial Procedural Law. (2017). Universidad Panamericana.
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- esosa@bgbg.mx
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Federico De Palacio
Ruiz Cabañas
Partner - Corporate
fdepalacio@bgbg.mx
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Federico De Palacio is partner of the law firm BGBG in charge of the Corporate Law area.
He has participated in projects focused on corporate matters such as the incorporation of civil and commercial corporations; drafting of articles of incorporation; corporate restructuring; legal auditing; corporate governance planning and structuring; capital stock transferring; corporation transformation, merge, acquisition, dissolution and liquidation; as well as commercial agreement drafting and execution.
Education
- Master in Company Law, Universidad Panamericana from 2011 to 2012
- Certificate in Corporate Law, Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México, 2010
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México, 2001
Publications
Thesis
“LA AUDITORIA LEGAL REALIZADA A UNA EMPRESA TITULAR DE UNA CONCESIÓN PARA INSTALAR, OPERAR Y EXPLOTAR UNA RED PÚBLICA DE TELECOMUNICACIONES, CON LA QUE SE PROPORCIONA LOS SERVICIOS FIJOS Y MÓVILES POR SATÉLITE” (LEGAL AUDIT MADE TO A HOLDING COMPANY OF A CONCESSION TO INSTALL, OPERATE, AND EXPLOIT A PUBLIC TELECOMMUNICATIONS NETWORK WITH WHICH THE FIXED AND MOBILE SERVICES ARE GRANTED VIA SATELLITE).
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- fdepalacio@bgbg.mx
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Héctor E.
Guzmán Rodríguez
Partner - PDPP
hguzman@bgbg.mx
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Professional experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S. C., Partner since 2013;
- Ecix Group (Spain), Sr. Associate from 2012 to 2013;
- Écija Abogados, Sr. Associate (Spain), 2012;
- SIA Group (Spain), Sr. Legal Consultant TIC from 2008 to 2012;
- Dufry AG (Switzerland), Legal Consultant from 2006 to 2007; and
- Bello, Guzmán, Morales y Tsuru, S. C., Partner from 2002 to 2006.
Héctor Guzmán has provided international legal consultancy services in personal data protection to the law firm BGBG Abogados since 2012, where he assumed the direction of the relevant area in August 2013.
On the other hand, he acted as Chief Privacy Officer in the Spanish Ministry of Defense for a year (2012-2013) through the General Sub-Directorate of Information and Communications Technologies –Secretaría de Estado de Defensa (State Ministry of Defense).
In addition, he has provided consultancy services in personal data protection matters to several multinational companies incorporated or located in Spain and which work in several sectors such as energy, banking, insurances, big surfaces, insurance companies assistance, among others. Generalitat Valenciana and the Informatic Management of the Social Security. He also participated in 2 studies on the proposal of the Data Protection Regulation of the European Union (First and Second Edition) coordinated by ISMS Forum Spain and Data Privacy Institute.
Currently, Héctor is member of the Bar Association of Madrid (ICAM); ISMS Forum Spain; the Asociación Profesional Española de Privacidad (Spanish Professional Association of Privacy, APEP); and the Observatorio Iberoamericano de Protección de Datos (Data protection ibero-american observatory).
Likewise, Héctor Guzmán has made adaptation and auditing projects in personal data protection matters for several Spanish Public Administrations, including the Spanish National Comission of Energy, the Organismo de Gestión Tributaria (Tax Management Body) of Barcelona, and the Consejería de Bienestar Social (Ministry of Social Welfare)
Education
- PRINCE2 Foundation Certificate, Project Management, APMG-International, 2013.
- ITIL V3 Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management, Examination Institute for Information Science (EXIN), ITSM, 2010.
- Intellectual and Industrial Property Management in TIC Sector, EOI – School of Business, from 2009 to 2010.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law (Homologated Degree), University of Zaragoza, 2007.
- Master in European Union Law, Universidad Complutense de Madrid from 2001 to 2002.
- Certificate in Corporate Law, Universidad Iberoamericana from 2000 to 2001.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Universidad Iberoamericana from 1992 to 1997.
Publications
- En México: retos para la adaptación a la Ley Federal de Protección de Datos Personales en Posesión. (In Mexico: challenges in adapting the Federal Law on Protection of Personal Data Held) Observatorio Iberoamericano de Protección de Datos (Data protection ibero-american observatory). April 22, 2014.
- Necesitamos Departamento de Cumplimiento de la Seguridad de TI (We need an IT Security Compliance Area).
- Estudio de impacto y comparativa con la normativa española de la propuesta de Reglamento General de Protección de Datos de la Unión Europea (Impact and Comparative Study of the Spanish regulation of the proposal of the Data Protection General Regulation of the European Union) (Co-author). ISMS Forum Spain and Data Privacy Institute. November 22, 2012.
- ¡Me añusgo con las cookies! (Cookies are overwhelming!) #DebateAbiertoCon @HectorGuzmanMx. (Co-author) “Con la venia señorías” Blog (With your permission, you honors) August 29, 2013.
- Thoughts about the future of privacy in Europe – Second Edition of the Study of the proposal of the Data Protection Regulation of the European Union (Co-author). ISMS Forum Spain and Data Privacy Institute. January 31, 2014.
- Vulneraciones de datos personales y responsabilidad de los encargados bajo la Ley mexicana (1era Parte). (Personal data violations and responsibility of the comptrollers under the Mexican Law, Part 1) Collaboration in blog “Information Security Breaches & The Law“. January 14, 2014.
- Vulneraciones de datos personales y responsabilidad de los encargados bajo la Ley mexicana (1era Parte). (Personal data violations and responsibility of the comptrollers under the Mexican Law, Part 1) Collaboration in blog “Information Security Breaches & The Law“. January 21, 2014.
- Día de la Protección de Datos (Data Protection Day) 2014. Acciones en 2013 desde México (Actions in 2013 from Mexico). Collaboration for the Asociación Profesional Española de Privacidad (Spanish Professional Association of Privacy, APEP). January 28, 2015.
- Transferencias de datos personales México – España / España – México (Personal data transfers Mexico-Spain / Spain-Mexico). Asimetría de regulación (Regulation Asymmetry). Collaboration for LawyerPress. July 14, 2014.
- Big data y publicidad comportamental, una aproximación desde la legislación mexicana. (Big data and behavioural advertising, an approach from the Mexican legislation) Observatorio Iberoamericano de Protección de Datos (Data protection ibero-american observatory). August 18, 2014.
- En México, cobranza extrajudicial y tratamiento de datos personales (Extrajudicial collections and personal data handling in Mexico). Experiencias y nueva Guía del IFAI (Experiences and new IFAI Guide). Observatorio Iberoamericano de Protección de Datos (Data protection ibero-american observatory). March 4, 2015.
- Protección de datos y habeas data: una visión desde Iberoamérica. (Data protection and habeas data: a vision from Ibero-America) Accésit Award 2014 of the Spanish Data Protection Agency (co-author).
- Retención de datos personales (Personal Data Retention). Invalidez de la Directiva (Directive invalidity) 2006/24. Sentencia del TJUE (TUJE Sentence). Reforma de telecomunicaciones 2014 (Telecommunications Reform). Reflexiones para México (Thoughts for Mexico). Virtualis 10 Magazine – Tec de Monterrey.
- ¿Puede el Derecho seguir el paso de la Tecnología? (Can the Law keep up with Technology?) Video, interview by ComputerWorld University.
- All you need to know about the forthcoming European Data Protection General Regulation and its impact on Latin American Companies. Interview by NYMITY. August 2015.
- No somos Facebook. (We are not Facebook) Thoughts on TJUE Safe Harbor Sentence. Asociación Profesional Española de Privacidad (Spanish Professional Association of Privacy, APEP). October 8, 2015.
- El Safe Harbor Agreement y la Sentencia del Tribunal de Justicia de la Unión Europea que lo invalidó. (Safe Harbor Agreement and the Sentence of the Court of Justice of the European Union that invalidated it). Interview for AbogadoDigital.tv. December 23, 2015.
- Protección de datos: Mucho pasado, un presente incompleto y la ilusión del futuro. (Data protection: A big past, an incomplete present, and the illusion of a future) Data Protection European Day 2016. APEP.
- ¿Habemus Privacy Shield? Collaboration with Law&Trends. February 5, 2016.
- Esperando a… Privacy Shield. (Waiting for… Privacy Shield) Collaboration with Law&Trends. February 17, 2016.
- Datos Personales en Latinoamérica: ¿dónde estamos? (Personal Data in Latinamerica: Where are we?) Article published in “Segurilatam” from Seguritecnia. February 2016.
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- hguzman@bgbg.mx
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Javier
Pérez Moreno
Partner - Finance and Banking
jperez@bgbg.mx
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Professional Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S. C., Partner since 2022.
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S. C., Associate from 2013 to 2022.
- National Institute of Criminal Science, Private Secretary from 2012 to 2013.
- Notary Office 12 of Nuevo Vallarta, Bahía de Banderas, Nayarit, Lawyer from 2011 to 2012.
- Oscos Abogados, S. C., Intern in 2007.
Javier Pérez joined Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y Garcia, S. C. in 2013 where he specializes in insurances and reinsurances. He worked in the Secretaría General de Extensión del Instituto Nacional de Ciencias Penales (National Institute of Criminal Science, PGR) as private secretary and coordinator of specialized projects. Likewise, he worked in Notary Office 12 of Nuevo Vallarta where he issued all kinds of instruments.
Education
- Certificate in Insurance and Finance Law, Escuela Libre de Derecho, 2015.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Universidad Iberoamericana from 2007 to 2011.
Certificates
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- Certificate in Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing matters 2017 by the National Banking and Securities Commission.
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- jperez@bgbg.mx
- +52 (55) 5292 5232
Jonathan
Rangel Lora
Partner - Intellectual Property
jrangel@bgbg.mx
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Professional experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S. C., Director of the Intellectual Property Area since February 2019.
- Dumont Bergman Bider & Co. S. C., Manager of the Legal Area of Intellectual Property from 2012 to 2019.
- Goodrich Riquelme y Asociados, S. C., Associate of the Litigation Area of Intellectual Property from 2011 to 2012;
- Tsuru Morales Tsuru, Abogados S. C., Associate of the Litigation Area of Intellectual Property from 2008 to 2011;
Jonathan has been acknowledged as a “Rising Star” in the Intellectual Property sector in the Latin America 2021 edition by the prestigious publication Legal500.
Jonathan joined BGBG in February 2019 as Director of the Intellectual Property Area.
Jonathan has provided advice and managed the intellectual property right portfolios of some leading brands in Mexico and all over the world. He has broad experience working with clients belonging to several industry sectors such as foods, banks, insurance, health, pharmaceutical, sports, and fashion.
Jonathan has broad experience in exercising and protecting Intellectual Property rigths. This includes advising in Intellectual Property agreement matters, famous brands, sports rights, administrative and constitutional law. Regarding Intellectual Property litigation, Jonathan has represented clients before the Mexican Institute of Industrial Property (IMPI); the National Institute of Copyright (INDAUTOR); the Federal Court of Administrative Justice (TFJA); Collegiate Courts in Administrative Matters (TCMA); and even the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (SCJN). He also represents clients of the firm in alternative conflict resolution Proceedings before the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
Education
Jonathan graduated with honors from the National Autonomous University of Mexico. He also has an specialization in Intellectual Property Law by the same university and from which he also graduated with honors. Similarly, he has a Master in International Sports Law by the Higher Institute of Law and Economics (ISDE) in Madrid, Spain.
Awards
Jonathan has been acknowledged by his “great legal knowledge” and his “great response capacity” in 2018 by “Benchmark Litigation”, a guiding framework regarding legal firms and litigant lawyers.
Associations
- National Corporate Lawyers Association (ANADE).
- International Trademark Association (INTA).
Languages: Spanish and English.
- jrangel@bgbg.mx
- +52 (55) 5292 5232
Juan Carlos
Morales de Teresa
Partner - Corporate
Professional Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S. C., Partner since 2017
- Tsuru Morales Isla Abogados, S. C., Partner from 2008 to 2017
- Bello Gallardo Bonequi y García, S. C., Partner from 2001 to 2008
- Castellanos y Llaca, S. C., Associate from 1996 to 2001
- Solís y Castellanos, S. C., Intern from 1994 to 1996
Education
- Fe Pública y Valuación Seminar, Commercial Notaries Association of Mexico City, 2004
- Law School, Universidad Iberoamericana from 1992 to 1996
Publications
- Fe Pública Mercantil 2002 (Commercial Document Attestation 2002)
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Juan F.
Bonequi Herrera
Partner - Litigation & Dispute Resolution
jbonequi@bgbg.mx
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Professional Experience
Juan Bonequi is a partner in BGBG and has experience in the area of specialized litigation in civil, financial, constitutional, and amparo Law. In addition, Juan Bonequi has experience in commercial Law, specially regarding commercial biddings and arbitration. Similarly, he participates in contracting, international business, real estate, and anti-money laundering matters from a legal perspective.
Juan Bonequi supports the interests of several financial institutions, including banks, insurance agencies, SOFOMES, and trust companies in their proceedings. Likewise, he has acted as a lawyer in commercial arbitration proceedings and disputes derived from the breaching of insurance, franchise, distribution, software development, and trademark use license agreements, among others.
Juan Bonequi has a broad practice in preparing and negotiating all kinds of commercial agreements and covenants, including those related to the international purchase of goods, distribution, public works, development and construction, insurances, franchises, and co-investments in several branches of the industry and commerce. In that regard, he gives advice to several real estate companies regarding the construction in their operations and investments in Mexico.
Currently, he works as independent counselor for Servicios de Integración Financiera (SIF ICAP) and Sura México.
Education
- Master in International Business Law, Universidad Iberoamericana from 2003 to 2006.
- Graduate Studies in International Commercial Law, Universidad Panamericana, 2002.
- First Course for ABC Arbitrators in Arbitrajes de Baja Cuantía, Arbitration and Mediation Center of the National Chamber of Commerce of Mexico City, August 2008.
- X Certificate in International Arbitration, Mexican Chapter of the National Chamber of Commerce and Escuela Libre de Derecho, July 2002.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Universidad La Salle from 1993 to 1998.
Publications
- “Análisis y consecuencias del Informe final del caso El Salvador vs. México-Medidas vigentes y/o tendencias para el otorgamiento del registro sanitario y acceso a medicamentos” (Analysis and consequences of the final report of El Salvador vs. Mexico case – current measures and/or tendencies for granting health registration and medicine access) derived from the arbitration pursuant to the Free Trade Agreement (entered into the United States and El Salvador, Honduras, and Guatemala), Chapter XIX: Dispute Resolution, Article 19-07, Mexico 2007.
- “El Caso CIADI ARB(AF)/02/1. FIREMAN´S FUND INSURANCE COMPANY. C. ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS” (CIADI ARB(AF)/02/1 Case. FIREMAN´S FUND INSURANCE COMPANY. C. UNITED MEXICAN STATES), essay on the application of North American Free Trade Agreement (TLCAN), Chapter XI, Mexico 2006.
- “Análisis Jurídico del Joint Venture o Alianza Estratégica, a la Luz de la Legislación de los Estados Unidos Mexicanos” (Legal Analysis of the Joint Venture or Strategic Alliance, in light of the Mexican Law), undergraduate thesis, 2001.
Activities
- Partner of the Mexican Chapter of the International Chamber of Commerce, Arbitration Committee, 2010.
- Small Claims Arbitrator (ABC) of the National Chamber of Commerce of Mexico City.
- Lecturer of Escuela Libre de Derecho in Roman Law Course [Obligations], academic years 2001 and 2002.
- Lecturer in West Hill University, Santa Fe Campus, International Treaties Course, academic year 2006.
- Participant in the Academia Mexicana de Derecho Internacional Privado (Mexican Academy of International Private Law).
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- jbonequi@bgbg.mx
- +52 (55) 5292 5232
Juan Manuel Sancho Rodrigo
Partner - Transactional and Projects
jsancho@bgbg.mx
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Professional Experience
Mr. Sancho Rodrigo has more than twenty-five years of experience in mergers and acquisitions; structured, project and acquisition finance and restructuring. His expertise and business-oriented approach allow him to provide comprehensive legal advice to domestic and foreign clients. Mr. Sancho Rodrigo has a remarkable cross-border transactional strength through its practice in Mexico and New York, where he has served as a foreign legal expert.
His career encompasses secured financing and securitization including asset backed structures based on micro-finance loans and other receivables. The transactions on which he has represented clients include complex syndicated financing facilities; privatizations; strategic alliances; private equity and venture capital investments.
He has led legal negotiations involving reorganizations; creditors’ rights; extrajudicial foreclosure; divestitures, workouts and exit strategies.
He has also sound experience in arbitration. Among other achievements in the field, he has obtained final awards and successful negotiations for major clients in conflicts involving complex contractual arrangements by state-owned companies, public-private partnerships and companies engaged in construction and energy.
Mr. Sancho Rodrigo has been a partner in González Calvillo for fourteen years, up to December 31 2021.
Publications
- Banking Regulation Guide 2019, Mexico Chapter, published by Thomson Reuters
- Corporate M&A Guide 2019, Mexico Chapter, published by Chambers & Partners
- He has contributed with content in several publications including Financier Worldwide.
- Mr. Sancho Rodrigo often participates as speaker in investment and finance topics at conferences organized by local and international organizations.
Transactions
The following brief list shows some of the transactions in which Mr. Sancho Rodrigo has represented clients:
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- Represented Gentera in the series of transactions through which it acquired a majority stake of ConCrédito and its regulated micro-finance business, including bridge asset backed and convertible loan structures.
- Represented Bancomext in the $400m Pesos financing to Invekra and Laboratorios Sanfer for the acquisition of a medical product brand
- Represented Bain Capital and Atento in its 144A / Reg. S issuance of US$300 million 7.375% Senior Secured Notes and in their Pesos $1.1b senior financing facility from BBVA Bancomer and Santander for the acquisition of the Atento Group from Telefonica
- Represented Crédito Real, a consumer finance company, in its US$200 million IPO on the Mexican Stock Exchange, and distributed internationally under Rule 144A and Regulation S.
- Represented Banamex in a MXP$1,000 million revolving facility to Prudential Real Estate Investors CKD’s issuer trust and in structuring a liquidity facility to a capital calls-based CKD’s issuer trust
- Represented BBVA Bancomer and Facileasing in a MXP$10 billion long- and short-term bond program; a MXP$1 billion short term bond program and in a MXP$500 million issuance of long-term notes.
- Represented Maxcom Telecomunicaciones and Bank of America in Maxcom’s US$310 million SEC registered IPO
- Represented Bradesco in the acquisition of Mexican assets under the US$1 billion acquisition of IBI
- Represented the shareholders of Ecuador Bottling Company Corp. in the US$320 million acquisition of EBC by Embotelladoras Arca
- Represented Selina Hospitality in the US$10m financing received from DD3 Capital Partners for the leasing, construction and improvement of Selina hotels
- Represented the target and investors in the secured financing provided in 2021 by an international venture capital and private equity investment firm with approximately $5 billion of assets under management
Know more
- jsancho@bgbg.mx
- +52 (55) 5292 5232
Lilia
Aguilar Herrera
Partner - Intellectual Property
laguilar@bgbg.mx
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Lilia Aguilar joined BGBG in Mexico in 2008 and since 2011 she is in charge of the intellectual property area.
As a lawyer specialized in intellectual property, she has centered her practices in advising national and foreign clients in the protection and maintenance of their brands, patents, copyright, and other intellectual property assets. She has dedicated most of her career to trademark law, both in related paperwork and litigation. In addition, she has experience in making and negotiating assignment, licensing, and franchise agreements.
Education
- Specialization in Corporate and Economic Law, Universidad Panamericana, 2007.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Universidad Iberoamericana, 2004.
Activities
- Member of the Asociación Mexicana para la Protección de la Propiedad Intelectual (Mexican Association for the Protection of Industrial Property, AMPPI)
- Member of the International Trademark Association (INTA)
- Member of the Intellectual Property Commission of the International Chamber of Commerce.
Know more
- laguilar@bgbg.mx
- +52 (55) 5292 5232
Marcela
Arellano Lucatero
Partner - Corporate
marellano@bgbg.mx
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Professional experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S. C., Senior Associate since 2011.
- Duran y Asociados S. C., Lawyer, from 2010 to 2011
Education
- Master in Law with Specialization in Corporate Law, Universidad Tecnología de México from 2015 to 2018.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Higher Education at Tecnológico de Monterrey from 2005 to 2009.
Know more
- marellano@bgbg.mx
- +52 (55) 5292 5232
Miguel
Gallardo Guerra
Partner - Finance and Banking
mgallardo@bgbg.mx
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Professional Experience
Miguel Gallardo is a partner of BGBG Abogados in charge of the banking and finance area in Mexico.
The projects in which Miguel Gallardo has participated are focused on banking, finance, regulatory compliance, anti-money laudering, and insurance matters. Miguel Gallardo Guerra has broad experience in corporations regarding participation, privatizations, restructurings, mergers, and acquisitions, as well as in international commercial operations, including service provision to Mexican and foreign financial institutions such as financial groups, banks, stock exchanges, broker of records, insurance companies, funds, multiple purpose financial institutions, and representation offices.
Miguel Gallardo Guerra has been assigned as member of several board of directors and regulatory comptroller of financial entities in Mexico. In addition, he is a lecturer and member of academic board of directors of the Law Area of Universidad Iberoamericana.
Education
- Master in Comparative Law, New York University School of Law (scholarships: Fulbright, FUNED, and Conacyt), 2001
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Universidad Iberoamericana, 1997.
Certifications and Records
- Record as Claim Adjuster 205 in 2016 by the National Insurance and Surety Commission.
- Certificate in Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing matters 2017 by the National Banking and Securities Commission.
Awards
Miguel Gallardo Guerra has been acknowledged as one of the leading lawyers within the Mexican market in banking and finance law by several national and international publications such as Legal 500, IFLR 1000, ACQ Finance, Best Lawyers, and Chambers & Partners:
- “Miguel Gallardo Guerra is praised by clients for his high level of customer service. Sources say: “He is especially qualified in the financial industry and his main strength is his diligence.” He is active in acquisition financings and infrastructure finance.” Chambers and Partners – 2015.
- “‘Professional, flexible and with an excellent attitude towards problems and clients’, head of finance Miguel Gallardo is ‘one of the best lawyers in the financial industry’. Appointed as an independent member of the anti-money laundering auditor of ICAP Mexico earlier this year, he is ‘very well connected and has the expertise, experience and knowledge that one needs of an external counsel.’” The Legal 500 – 2015
- “Bello Gallardo Bonequi & García is a highly specialised banking firm, focused mostly on regulatory work. The project finance group has benefited from that strength and grown into its own strong practice. A client from a boutique bank says: “I recommended them highly and I think Miguel Gallardo Guerra is great resource. They have done a great job of building a diversified firm.” The firm receives most of its mandates from financial institutions inside and outside Mexico for lending and regulatory work. As head of the banking practice, Gallardo is well regarded for his expertise in this area. One client says, “He brings an international perspective because he used to work in New York, he is flexible on time and cost and he is very personable.” IFLR1000 – 2015
Know more
- mgallardo@bgbg.mx
- +52 (55) 5292 5232
Ricardo Sánchez Gil
rsanchez@bgbg.mx
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Work Experience
Santos y Rios, Associate of the Intellectual Property Department from 2007 to 2011.
Gonzalez Rossi Abogados, Partner in charge of the Litigation, Trademark, and Copyright Departments from 2011 to 2023.
With almost 20 years of dedication to the intellectual property field, he has directed and participated in formulating and implementing legal strategies, both in consulting and litigation, to protect clients’ intangible assets. His experience covers many complex disputes, from trademarks, patents, and copyrights to unfair competition and information technology.
He has advised companies in various sectors, ensuring the safeguarding and defense of their intangible assets. From the design of legal strategies to obtain registrations before the relevant authorities to the resolution of disputes for violations of these rights, he has led contentious proceedings before the Mexican Institute of Industrial Property (IMPI), domain name disputes before the WIPO, and various judicial instances, including several proceedings before the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation. In addition, he has extensive experience in drafting legal agreements specializing in technology and copyrights.
Education
He has a law degree and graduated with honors from Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (National Autonomous University of Mexico) in 2010.
Specialization in Intellectual Property Law at Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (National Autonomous University of Mexico), 2012.
Specialization in Copyright Law at Instituto de Propiedad Intelectual y Derecho de la Competencia (Institute for Intellectual Property and Competition Law), 2013.
Master’s degree in Information and Communication Technologies Law at INFOTEC-CONCACYT (Center for Research and Innovation in Information and Communication Technologies), 2016.
Publications
He has written several articles in magazines specialized in intellectual property subjects, such as the Revista Mexicana del Derecho de Autor (Mexican Journal of Copyright), published by the National Copyright Institute.
Contributor to the works “Ley Federal del Derecho de Autor comentada por la AMPPI” (Federal Copyright Law commented by the Mexican Society for the Protection of Intellectual Property) and the “Antología de Estudios de AMPPI I” (Mexican Society for the Protection of Intellectual Property 1 Study Anthology).

OF COUNSELS
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Alain Gerard
Jaubert Luengas -

Rodrigo
Pérez Elizundia
Alain Gerard
Jaubert Luengas
Of Counsel - Banking, Energy, Private Equity
ajaubert@bgbg.mx
Work Experience
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- BGBG (August 2022 – Present)
- Head of the firm’s branch in Mérida, Yucatán.
- National Banking and Securities Commission (2019 – 2022)
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- Deputy General Director of Regulations.
- CFECapital (2018 – 2019)
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- General Counsel.
- CFE (2017 – 2018)
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- Deputy Director of New Business.
- CFE (2016 – 2017)
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- Legal Advisor to the General Director.
- INFONAVIT (2008 – 2015)
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- Senior Manager.
- Institute for the Protection of Bank Savings (2002 – 2008)
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- Director of Banking Legal Affairs.
- Federal Tax Attorney’s Office (2000 – 2002)
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- Deputy Director.
- Liquidator Trust for Auxiliary Credit Organizations (1998 – 2000)
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- Regional Legal Coordinator.
- Bancomer (1997 – 1998)
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- Legal Analyst.
- BGBG (August 2022 – Present)
Graduated from UNAM, with over 20 years of experience in banking, securities, energy (electric), private equity, and real estate law.
In the financial sector, I collaborated for more than 10 years with the Ministry of Finance, the Institute for the Protection of Bank Savings, and the National Banking and Securities Commission. For regulated entities and those supervised by financial authorities, I worked for more than 10 years at an issuer (CFECapital), INFONAVIT, Bancomer, and the liquidation of the National Bank of Interior Commerce.
For a little over 3 years, I collaborated in the energy sector at CFE, as Legal Advisor to the General Director and Deputy Director of New Commercial Businesses and its subsidiary CFECapital (I participated in the design, development, and implementation of the Fibra E or FCFE18) and served as General Counsel.
Education
- Bachelor of Law
- National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM)
Publications and Presentations:
- The Forward Currency Purchase Agreement”
- This was the thesis with which I completed my professional exam.
- May 2002.
Rodrigo
Pérez Elizundia
Corporate and Transactional Law
Work Experience
- Elizundia Abogados (April 2020 – April 2024)
Corporate and Transactional Legal Counsel.
- ThyssenKrupp Industrial Solutions Mexico & Central America (April 2008 – March 2020)
General Counsel.
- Tenaris Tamsa (January 2005 – March 2008)
Corporate Lawyer.
Rodrigo has over 20 years of experience providing legal advice to multinational companies doing business in Mexico, both as in-house and external counsel. He has particularly advised major US and German companies and has received professional training in both countries, allowing him to deeply understand their legal and business cultures.
His practice areas are: Corporate and Transactional Law, Contracts, Real Estate Law, Compliance, EPC Projects, and Dispute Resolution.
Education
- Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Corporate Law
New York University (NYU), NYU Graduate Merit and Fulbright Scholar, 2000-2001.
- Bachelor of Law
Universidad Panamericana (UP), Mexico City, 1993-1998.
Specialized Programs and Courses:
Legal update courses
National Association of Business Lawyers, Bar Association (Anade), 2006-2008 and 2019 to present.
- Legal, compliance, and business training programs
ThyssenKrupp, United States and Germany, 2008-2018.
- Business courses
Tenaris University online, 2006-2008.
- Diploma in International Arbitration
ITESM and Mexican Arbitration Center (CAM), 2007.
- Professional internship
Gleiss Lutz, Stuttgart, Germany, 2001-2002.
Publications and Presentations:
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- “Interview, discussion on different topics related to the international in-house counsel’s work”
- General Counsel 100 Latin America Roundtable Legal 500 UK, July 24, 2014.
- “Interview on the legal profession in Mexico”
- General Counsel 100 Latin America, Legal 500 UK, March 19, 2014.
- “Interview on Mexico’s legal environment and economy”
- Who’s Who in business law (UK) special edition on Mexico, January 10, 2013.
- “Interview, discussion on different topics related to the international in-house counsel’s work”
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ASSOCIATES
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Adriana María Pavón Morales
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Alessandra Horta Caballero
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Alexandra Alcalá Godoy
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Arturo Salvador Alvarado Betancourt
Senior Associate - Financial and Banking -

Carla Itzel Rincón Guerrero
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Carolina Rivera Meníndez
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Christian Javier Gasca Campuzano
Associate - Corporate -

Daniel Majewski del Castillo
Junior Associate - Litigation -

David Fernando Santos Mejía
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Gerardo Torres González
Senior Associate - Banking and Finance -

José Alejandro Krause Marun
Senior Associate - Litigation -

Julio Jiménez Manrique
Senior Associate - Private Equity -

Karla Rivero Valdés
Intern - Corporative -

Karla Mishelli Tapia Santos
Position: Junior Associate - Litigation -

María Fernanda Romero López
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Martin Ruiz-Cabañas Gabriel
Junior Associate - Financial and Banking -

Mauricio García Morales
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Sofía Iturbide Zavala
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Sofía Montserrat Farías Pérez
Junior Associate - Intellectual and Industrial Property -
U. Emmanuel Cuenca Quiñones
Junior Associate - Personal Data Protection
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Alan Israel Acebo Lucio
Senior Associate - Industrial Property Litigation -

Alejandra
Sr Associate - Finance and Banking
Lobato -

Alfredo
Senior Associate - TMT
Martínez Bravo -

Ángel Luis
Sr Associate - Corporate
Rocha García -

Araceli Isabel
Translator - Professional Translation
Ríos Peralta -

Beatriz
Junior Associate - Finance and Banking
Reyes García -

Cinthya Lilián
Senior Associate - Litigation & Dispute Resolution
González Vera -

Dante
Junior Associate - Finance and Banking
Ceh Silva -

Diana Laura
Macías Zarazúa -

Janeth
Sr Associate - TMT
Giordano Serna -

Jesús
Pérez Alcántar -

Juan Carlos
Senior Associate - Intellectual Property
Salazar Salas -

Juan Pablo
Polaco Buhl -

Karina
Associate - Corporate
Ordoñez González -

Lazara Sulem López Portillo
Junior Associate - Translation -

Leyda
García Mejía -

Mario Shai
Senior Associate - Personal Data Protection & Artificial Intelligence
Aguado González -

María de los Ángeles
Velázquez Sánchez -

María Saharai
Pérez Rangel -

Mariana
Senior Associate - PDPP
Rodríguez López -

Romeo Chora
Senior Associate - Intellectual Property -

Salma Sofía
Yassin Sánchez -

Samantha
Bermúdez Sánchez -

Santiago
Ortiz de la Torre -

Víctor Andrés
Senior Associate - TMT
González Sánchez -

Víctor Ignacio
Junior Associate - TMT
Villanueva Pereda -

Zuzel
Soto Vilchis
Adriana María Pavón Morales
Professional Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
- Currently.
Adriana Pavón Morales is a law student at Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City. Her academic journey began at Instituto Cumbres de Villahermosa, where she studied until 2022.
Throughout her career, she has developed outstanding skills in leadership, organization, project management, and problem-solving, demonstrating exceptional ability to work under pressure and manage teams effectively. Additionally, she has a high proficiency in English.
Professionally, Adriana has gained experience in various areas of law through internships at law firms and companies in key sectors.
Her commitment to continuous learning and analytical skills position her as a promising professional in the legal field.
Education
- Bachelor of Law
- Currently studying at Universidad Iberoamericana.
Alessandra Horta Caballero
Professional Experience:
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
Banking and Finance Intern – present.
- MIJANGOS Y GÓNZALEZ
Civil, Commercial, and Constitutional Litigation Intern, 2022 – 2023.
Alessandra Horta Caballero, currently a law student at a university affiliated with UNAM. I completed a diploma in Compliance at the Centro de Estudios Jurídicos Carbonell and a Diploma in Legal English at Universidad Anáhuac. Moderator of the discussion “The Constitutionality of the Constitution” at Escuela Libre de Derecho.
Education:
- Bachelor of Law
- National Autonomous University of Mexico (currently).
Alexandra Alcalá Godoy
Professional Experience:
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- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
- Currently, since December 2, 2024.
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
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A law student at Escuela Libre de Derecho, where I have acquired a solid foundation in key areas of law, developing analytical skills and an understanding of legal regulations. My interest in the legal field and commitment to continuous learning drive me to keep improving my knowledge and skills.
Regarding my language training, I hold the following international certifications:
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- Pearson Edexcel Level I Certificate in ESOL International (CEF B2), obtained in November 2021.
- Cambridge English Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (First), obtained in June 2018.
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These achievements reflect my advanced proficiency in English, allowing me to communicate fluently in both academic and professional contexts. Additionally, I have basic knowledge of French, enabling me to interact at a beginner level in this language.
My training and competencies in multiple languages, combined with my academic preparation in law, make me well-equipped to face challenges in the legal and communicative fields at an international level.
Education:
- Bachelor of Law
- Currently in the 3rd year at Escuela Libre de Derecho.
Arturo Salvador Alvarado Betancourt
Senior Associate - Financial and Banking
Professional Experience:
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C., associate since March 2025.
- Legal Paradox, S.C., associate from February 2022 to March 2025.
- Cuenca Tecnología Financiera, S.A. de C.V., Institución de Fondos de Pago Electrónico, legal specialist from December 2020 to February 2022.
- Bufete Jurídico Gratuito Social, A.C., civil and commercial litigation law clerk from January 2018 to November 2020.
- Notaría 79 of Mexico City, paralegal from July 2017 to August 2017.
Arturo joined Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y Garcia, S.C. in 2025 to be part of the financial law practice and focus mainly on FinTech, Banking, Stock Market, as well as the generation of the legal infrastructure for Blockchain-based business models.
His professional practice has focused on obtaining registrations and authorizations for the provision of financial products and services, regulatory compliance, integration and operation of participants in the Payment Card Network, prevention of money laundering and terrorist financing, structuring for obtaining financing, audits, drafting and negotiation of contracts, corporate, personal data protection, intellectual property, notarial and administrative, civil and commercial litigation.
He has teaching experience in national universities (EGADE, Tecnológico de Monterrey, ITAM, Anáhuac, UP) and abroad (UPAL).
In addition, he has participated in various conferences and publications on FinTech and Blockchain, the latter in the international media such as Chambers and Partners, The Legal 500 and Global Legal Insights.
Education:
- LLM Degree in Financial Law Institutions, Universidad Panamericana, 2022-2023.
- Bachelor´s Degree in Law, Universidad Panamericana, 2016-2021.
Certifications:
- Certification in AML/CFT matters, 2021 by the National Banking and Securities Commission.
- Certification in AML/CFT matters, 2022 by the Financial Intelligence Unit.
Carla Itzel Rincón Guerrero
Professional Experience:
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- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
- Intern, 2025 – present.
- Specialization in civil, commercial, family, and constitutional litigation.
- KNP Abogados, S.C.
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- Intern, 2024 – 2025.
- Specialization in civil, commercial, family, administrative, and constitutional litigation.
Curriculum Summary: Carla I. Rincón Guerrero is a law student at the Faculty of Law of the Barra Nacional de Abogados (BNA). She joined BGBG in March 2025 as an intern in the Litigation area, primarily following up on matters in commercial, civil, family, and constitutional trials.
Her experience at KNP Abogados, S.C., allowed her to engage in civil, family, commercial, administrative, and constitutional litigation. She specialized in trial follow-up, management of proceedings, drafting of legal documents such as lawsuits, motions, amparos, and appeals, ensuring precision and solid argumentation.
Carla holds a Diploma in Amparo Trial (2024), which contributed to the development and strengthening of the defense and guarantee of human rights through the amparo trial. She also has various accredited seminars at the Faculty of Law of the Barra Nacional de Abogados, such as Family Oral Trial, Commercial Procedural Law, Introduction to Litigation, Argumentation Techniques, and Eristic Debate, among others.
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
Educación:
- Bachelor of Law
- Barra Nacional de Abogados, 2021 – present.
Carolina Rivera Meníndez
Professional Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (BGBG), Intern
Present - Radio Ibero 90.9, Broadcaster
2024 – 2025 - Berta Cáceres Environmental Justice Legal Clinic, Volunteer
2023 – 2024 - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Social Service
2023 – 2024 - Alaíde Foppa Refugee Legal Clinic, Volunteer
2022 – 2023 - Ministry of Culture, External Collaborator
2022
Carolina Rivera Meníndez holds a Law degree from Universidad Iberoamericana. She collaborated with the Alaíde Foppa Refugee Legal Clinic, providing legal advice and representation to individuals in mobility situations through strategic litigation before national and international bodies.
She also worked at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Culture, participating in high-impact international processes such as Mexico’s lawsuit against U.S. arms manufacturers and the UNESCO MONDIACULT conference.
Carolina represented the Berta Cáceres Environmental Justice Legal Clinic before the Inter-American Court of Human Rights, contributing to the Advisory Opinion OC-32 on climate emergency and human rights.
Additionally, she has served as a teaching assistant at Universidad Iberoamericana and as a radio host at Radio Ibero 90.9. She is the author of several articles in Bosch México: Praxis Legal, addressing topics such as drug trafficking, artificial intelligence, and digital abuse.
Her professional path integrates legal practice with academic research, teaching, and the dissemination of law through media platforms.
Education
- Bachelor’s in Law
Universidad Iberoamericana, Mexico City, 2019 – 2024
Publications
- “Is Drug Trafficking a Legal Concept?”, Bosch México: Praxis Legal, 2023
- “AI and Digital Abuse: Emerging Challenges in the Creation of Fake Sexual Content”, Bosch México: Praxis Legal, 2024
Christian Javier Gasca Campuzano
Associate - Corporate
Professional Experience:
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
Senior Associate, December 2024 – present. - Grupo Mabe/Grupo Sabe
Legal and Commercial Director of Risk Management, May 2014 – December 2024. - Motorola, Inc./MSI (Plantation, Florida, USA) / Motorola Solutions (Mexico City, Mexico)
Commercial Counsel for LATAM and Spain, and Legal Director for Mexico, July 2010 – May 2014. - Creel, García-Cuéllar y Müggenburg, S.C. / Müggenburg, Gorches, Peñalosa y Sepúlveda, S.C. (MGPS)
Associate, September 2003 – June 2009.
Christian joined Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y Garcia, S.C. in December 2024 to become part of the corporate law practice. He is a lawyer with solid experience of over 15 years in corporate law, commercial and civil litigation, insurance, bonds, telecommunications, as well as legal leadership within multinational companies. He holds a Law degree from Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México (ITAM), where he graduated with honors, and a Master’s degree in International Legal Studies from Georgetown University Law Center (LLM in International Legal Studies).
He began his career at Creel, García-Cuéllar y Müggenburg, S.C. (later Müggenburg, Gorches, Peñalosa y Sepúlveda, S.C.), where he gained experience in company formation and corporate regulation, as well as high-level litigation, including arbitration and constitutional law. Subsequently, he led legal teams at Motorola Solutions, where he served as Lead Counsel for Mexico, Commercial Counsel for LATAM and Spain, and legal representative for data protection in Latin America and the Caribbean, negotiating complex global contracts as well as local agreements with authorities, both in commercial and telecommunications matters.
Finally, he ventured into Grupo Mabe/Grupo Sabe, leading the legal risk management area, responsible for the development and implementation of supplier and customer contracting policies worldwide, as well as updating and drafting local contracts in various Latin American countries; also negotiating directly with insurers and surety companies for the contracting of global insurance and bond programs, and leading claims processes in all territories of the group, involving millions of dollars. He also directed defense processes against product liability claims in the United States and Canada, as well as product recall processes; subsequently creating and implementing recall policies and processes.
Christian’s multidisciplinary and global preparation and experience make him a complete legal professional, capable of addressing the most complex corporate and commercial challenges, with a sense of urgency and commercial sensitivity derived from his constant interaction with legal, commercial, financial, and engineering teams.
He is fluent in English, with full proficiency in legal and business environments. Additionally, he has basic knowledge of Italian, reaching a functional level for general interactions and comprehension.
Education:
- Master’s in International Legal Studies (International LLM), Georgetown University Law Center, 2009-2010.
- Law degree, Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México, 2001-2005.
Certifications:
- Diploma in Insurance, Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México.
- Diploma in Corporate Law, Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México.
- Course in Business Valuation, Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México.
- Diploma in Contracts, Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México.
Daniel Majewski del Castillo
Junior Associate - Litigation
Professional Experience:
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
- Currently.
- Pérez Johnston Abogados
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- 2022-2024.
Daniel Majewski del Castillo is a lawyer specializing in constitutional litigation, human rights, and administrative law from Universidad Anáhuac México Campus Norte. Throughout his professional career, he has developed in various amparo trials and constitutional controversies before federal authorities, as well as administrative trials before federal and local jurisdictional authorities. His experience is reflected in his constant knowledge of governmental matters and his ongoing preparation allows him to address various human rights violations.
Education:
- Bachelor of Law
- Universidad Anáhuac México Campus Norte (2019-2024).
David Fernando Santos Mejía
Professional Experience:
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
Currently.
- Litigation
5 months.
- Notarial
2 years.
David Fernando Santos Mejía is a student at the National Autonomous University of Mexico, where he is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Law. He has knowledge in Civil, Commercial, Administrative, and Amparo law, as well as in the Notarial field. He stands out for his social skills, which enable him to work effectively in teams and provide excellent client service.
Education
- Bachelor of Law
- National Autonomous University of Mexico (in progress).
Gerardo Torres González
Senior Associate - Banking and Finance
Professional Experience:
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
- Senior Associate, 2024 – present.
- Klar
- Senior Associate, 2022 – 2023.
- BBVA México
- Discipline Manager Regulatory, 2020 – 2022.
- EY México – Ernst & Young
- Associate, 2018 – 2020.
- Chacón & Rodríguez
- Intern, 2017 – 2018.
- CAMYA Abogados
- Intern, 2015 – 2016.
Gerardo Torres is a lawyer specializing in corporate, financial, and regulatory law, with extensive experience advising financial institutions and companies on aspects such as anti-money laundering, regulatory compliance, and financial transactions. His proactive and results-oriented approach has allowed him to excel in structuring financial products, resolving legal contingencies, and corporate defense in various areas. His career in financial entities such as BBVA, Coztyc, and Klar enables him to merge legal knowledge with business vision to provide innovative solutions aligned with client needs.
Education:
- Certification in Prevention and Identification of Operations with Illicit Resources and Terrorism Financing
- Valid from 2021 to 2026.
- Specialization in Commercial Law Institutions
- Universidad Panamericana.
- Bachelor of Law
- Universidad Panamericana.
José Alejandro Krause Marun
Senior Associate - Litigation
Professional Experience:
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
- Civil, Commercial, and Bankruptcy Litigation.
- Position: Senior Associate, March 2025 – present.
- Guerra Hidalgo y Mendoza, S.C.
- Civil, Commercial, and Bankruptcy Litigation.
- Position: Lawyer, March 2023 – March 2025.
- Baker McKenzie Mexico City
- Civil, Commercial, Bankruptcy Litigation, Compliance, and Arbitration.
- Position: CFT, August 2019 – December 2022.
- White & Case
- Civil and Commercial Litigation.
- Position: Intern, August 2018 – December 2018.
Lawyer with over 6 years of experience in commercial, civil, and bankruptcy litigation, as well as amparo and commercial arbitration, representing national and international companies such as banks, insurers, and oil companies before judicial courts.
Education:
- Bachelor of Law
- Universidad Anáhuac.
- Final GPA: 9.1/10.
- Academic Excellence Award: January/December 2018.
- Academic Excellence Award: January/December 2020.
- Academic Excellence Award: January/December 2021.
- Recipient of CENEVAL Law Excellence Award 2022.
Julio Jiménez Manrique
Senior Associate - Private Equity
Professional Experience:
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi, García, S.C.
Senior Associate, April 2025 – present. - Afore Sura, S.A. de C.V.
September 2021 – April 2025. - Gaxiola Calvo, S.C.
August 2018 – September 2021. - Ríos Ferrer, Guillén Llarena, Treviño y Rivera, S.C.
July 2014 – March 2017.
Julio specializes in financial, securities, and corporate law and has experience in corporate financing operations, infrastructure project financing, capital markets, international and national private equity, public tenders, and public-private partnerships.
He has gained his professional experience in two local law firms in Mexico City, where he advised development banks, multiple banking institutions, developers, and public entities on various transactional matters. Most recently, he worked in the legal department of one of the most important pension fund administrators (Afores) in Mexico, where he provided legal advisory services to the business areas of the company in the review, implementation, structuring, negotiation, and monitoring of investments made through public and private markets in Mexico and abroad.
Education:
- Universidad Panamericana – Mexico City Campus – Master’s in Financial Law Institutions – Currently in progress.
- Escuela Libre de Derecho – Diploma in Compliance (2025).
- Universidad Austral, Buenos Aires, Argentina – Diploma in Legal English (distance learning) (2024).
- Escuela Libre de Derecho – Law Degree, with honors for the resolution of the practical case (2014).
Karla Rivero Valdés
Intern - Corporative
Professional Experience:
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
- Junior Associate, currently.
- Grupo Continental Automotriz
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- Junior Lawyer, 2 years.
- Grupo Continental Automotriz
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- Legal Intern, 2 years.
Bachelor of Law from the Instituto Universitario del Estado de México, where I acquired my legal knowledge and developed my passion for Corporate Law.
Throughout my professional career, I have stood out due to my strong sense of responsibility and justice. I started as a legal intern at Continental Automotriz and within the same company, I had the opportunity to become a Junior Lawyer in the financial area for the preparation of legal opinions.
Education:
- Bachelor of Law
- Instituto Universitario del Estado de México.
Karla Mishelli Tapia Santos
Position: Junior Associate - Litigation
Professional Experience:
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
Associate, March 2025 – present.
- AJLD Abogados
Senior Lawyer, January 2024 – December 2024.
- AJB Abogados
Senior Lawyer, January 2018 – January 2024.
- Institute of Transparency, Access to Public Information, Personal Data Protection and Accountability of Mexico City
Intern, April 2021 – October 2021.
- Notary 178 CDMX
Intern, January 2015 – December 2017.
Karla Mishelli Tapia Santos is a lawyer specializing in Civil Law with over 8 years of legal experience. Her career reflects a deep knowledge of Civil, Commercial, Contractual, and Family Law, as well as notable participation in oral trials and innovative litigation strategies.
Educated at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), she holds a Specialization in Civil Law and various diplomas in Law and Oral Trials. Her approach combines technical rigor with clear communication, allowing her to lead teams in various firms and contribute to the training of new talents.
What distinguishes her work:
- Practical solutions: Designs legal strategies tailored to each client’s needs.
- Litigation experience: Effective representation in all judicial stages.
- Human approach: Commitment to professional ethics and collaborative conflict resolution.
- Constant updating: Mastery of legal digital tools and commitment to continuous updating in her practice areas.
Education:
- Specialization in Civil Law
National Autonomous University of Mexico, August 2023 – November 2024.
- Diploma in Family Law
National Autonomous University of Mexico, May 2022 – January 2023.
- Diploma in Civil and Family Oral Trials
INADEJ, May 2021 – December 2021.
- Bachelor of Law
National Autonomous University of Mexico, August 2014 – July 2019.
María Fernanda Romero López
Professional Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (BGBG), Intern
July 2025 – Present - Grupo Salinas – Banco Azteca, Specialized Unit for User Support, Intern
July 2024 – June 2025
María Fernanda Romero López is a Law student at the Faculty of Law of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM). She joined BGBG in July 2025 as an intern in the Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) area.
During her professional experience, she worked at Banco Azteca’s Specialized Unit for User Support, where she handled complaints filed by customers before CONDUSEF, drafted technical opinion responses, and coordinated information with various departments within the Bank.
Education
- Bachelor’s in Law
National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), 2020 – Present
Martin Ruiz-Cabañas Gabriel
Junior Associate - Financial and Banking
Professional Experience:
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
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- Associate, 2025.
- Citi
- AML Compliance Analyst, 2024.
- Grupo Modelo
- Compliance / Data Privacy Trainee, 2022.
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Martin Ruiz-Cabañas Gabriel is a lawyer with experience in regulatory compliance, anti-money laundering, banking and finance, personal data protection, and antitrust. He currently serves as an associate at Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg), where he provides specialized advice on financial regulation and compliance for various institutions.
Before his current position, he worked at Citi as an AML Compliance Analyst, gaining experience in transaction monitoring and strategies to mitigate financial risks. He also collaborated at Grupo Modelo as a Compliance and Data Privacy Trainee, participating in the implementation of innovative systems to ensure regulatory compliance in privacy matters, as well as engaging in economic competition and anti-corruption issues.
His academic background includes a Bachelor’s degree in Law from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) and a Diploma in Sports Law and Sports Management from the same institution. His career combines solid legal knowledge with analytical and strategic skills, standing out for his focus on innovation, teamwork, and the development of efficient legal solutions.
Education:
- Bachelor of Law
- National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM).
Mauricio García Morales
Professional Experience:
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
Intern in the Banking and Finance area. - PGIM
Legal Intern. - BMC SOFTWARE
Legal Intern.
Mauricio García Morales is a Law student at Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México (ITAM). His academic training has been complemented by active participation in student activities and coordination of social projects.
Throughout his career, he has strengthened his legal training through his collaboration as an intern in key companies in the financial sector. He has participated in projects of national and international scope and has contributed in various areas of law, with a particular focus on corporate and financial law.
Education:
- Law Degree at Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México (ITAM).
Sofía Iturbide Zavala
Professional Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (BGBG), Intern in TMT
Present - TP Legal, Intern in Real Estate and Environmental Law
2023
Sofía Iturbide Zavala is currently pursuing a Law degree at Universidad Panamericana (UP). Her academic background has been enriched by active participation in student organizations, serving as Secretary General of the Gender Secretariat, where she promoted initiatives focused on equality and inclusion.
Throughout her career, she has been involved in human rights issues, with a particular interest in promoting equity and social justice. She is currently an intern at BGBG Abogados, working in the Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) practice area.
Education
- Bachelor’s in Law
Universidad Panamericana (UP) – Ongoing
Sofía Montserrat Farías Pérez
Junior Associate - Intellectual and Industrial Property
Professional Experience:
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C.
Mexico City, 2025 – present. - Vila Abogados
Guadalajara, Jalisco, 2024. - Ugalde y Asociados
Guadalajara, Jalisco, 2018 – 2023. - Muñoz-López & Associates, PLLC
New York, remote, 2017.
Sofía is a lawyer with over seven years of experience in intellectual property and contractual law. Her practice has focused on the protection of intangible assets and meticulous contract drafting, advising national and international companies in sectors such as alcoholic beverages, consumer goods, entertainment and sports, healthcare services, and software. Additionally, she has extensive experience in managing international trademark portfolios.
She has participated in arbitration proceedings before WIPO and has collaborated with foreign law firms, which has strengthened her international focus in intellectual property matters.
Education:
- Master’s in Law, specializing in corporate and labor law – Universidad de Guadalajara (2022-2023).
- Diploma for Notaries and Corporate Lawyers – ANADE Jalisco (2023).
- Law Degree – Tecnológico de Monterrey Campus GDA (2014-2019).
U. Emmanuel Cuenca Quiñones
Junior Associate - Personal Data Protection
Professional Experience:
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
- Junior Associate, currently.
- Institute of Transparency, Access to Public Information and Personal Data Protection of the State of Mexico and Municipalities (INFOEM)
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- Lawyer assigned to the Compliance Directorate of the Technical Secretariat of the Plenary.
- Institute of Transparency, Access to Public Information and Personal Data Protection of the State of Mexico and Municipalities (INFOEM)
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- Trainer assigned to the General Directorate of Training and Certification.
- H. Ayuntamiento de Toluca
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- Specialist assigned to the Legal Directorate.
Specialized in Personal Data Protection, he was selected in 2024 to be part of the Cyber Youth Delegates for the America’s Program, based at Stanford University, California.
He holds three certifications in Labor Competence Standards provided by the National Council for Standardization and Certification.
Professionally, he has worked within the Legal Directorate of the Toluca City Council, as well as in the Training and Certification Directorate, and in the Technical Secretariat of the Plenary of the Institute of Transparency, Access to Public Information and Personal Data Protection of the State of Mexico and Municipalities.
Among his leadership achievements, he served as President of the Rafael Villar Calvo Chapter of Phi Delta Phi International, the world’s largest and oldest honor, ethics, and professionalism legal society, based in Michigan, USA.
He served as a Judge in the 2024 World University Debate Championship in Spanish, held at the Pontifical Bolivarian University in Medellín, Colombia.
He currently works as a Junior Associate at the law firm bgbg (Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi & García S.C.), working in the Personal Data Protection office.
Education:
- Bachelor of Law
- Tecnológico de Monterrey.
Publications:
- “Personal Data Protection”
- International Forum on Cybersecurity and Personal Data Protection, Judicial Power of the State of Mexico, 2023.
- “What’s up with INFOEM?”
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- First Meeting with Young People, Institute of Transparency, Access to Public Information and Personal Data Protection of the State of Mexico and Municipalities, Villar Calvo Chapter of Phi Delta Phi and Ixtlahuaca University Center, 2023.
- “Awareness on Privacy Protection for Children and Adolescents in the Digital World”
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- Awareness Day, Institute of Transparency, Access to Public Information and Personal Data Protection of the State of Mexico and Municipalities, 2024.
Alan Israel Acebo Lucio
Senior Associate - Industrial Property Litigation
Work Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. Senior Associate 2024 to present
- González Rossi Abogados, S.C. – Specialized law firm in Industrial Property. – 2017 to 2023
- TMI – Tsuru Morales Isla Abogados, S.C. – Specialized law firm in Industrial Property. – 2014 – 2017
- Specialized Intellectual Property Chamber of the Federal Court of Fiscal and Administrative Justice. – Specialized court in Industrial Property. – 2011 – 2014
Alan Israel Acebo Lucio has experience and training in administrative litigation, characterized by effective and efficient planning and implementation of dynamic and comprehensive strategies focused on obtaining, maintaining, and protecting Intellectual Property rights. His experience in administrative litigation has enabled him to achieve favorable results in contentious proceedings before various administrative authorities, trials in Federal Courts, and appeals before the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation.
Education
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- Master’s in Law – National Autonomous University of Mexico: 2014
- Specialization in Industrial Property – Institute of Industrial Property and Competition Law: 2019
- Specialization in Tax Law –National Autonomous University of Mexico: 2012
- Bachelor of Law – Universidad La Salle – 2010
Alejandra
Lobato
Sr Associate - Finance and Banking
Professional Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S. C., Jr. Associate since 2017.
- Gutiérrez Pier y Ortega, S. C., Intern from 2014 to 2017
Experience in agreements such as: credit, financial lease, factoring, trusts, etc. Knowledge regarding Regulatory Compliance of Financial Entities in AML/FT matters (transaction report presentation; AML/FT Training; AML/FT manuals drafting; EBR methodologies review; auditing regarding AML/FT; automatized system review) Knowledge in applicable regulation before the National Banking and Securities Commission, Banco de México, National Commission for the Protection and Defense of the User of Financial Services, etc.
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Universidad Iberoamericana from 2012 to 2017
Certificates
- Certificate in Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing matters 2019 by the National Banking and Securities Commission.
- alobato@bgbg.mx
- +52 (55) 5292 5232
Alfredo
Martínez Bravo
Senior Associate - TMT
Professional experience
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- Bello Gallardo Bonequi García, S.C. – Senior Associate 2024 – Present
- Bello Gallardo Bonequi García, S.C. – Junior Associate 2017 – 2023
- García Herrera Valdez & Asociados, S.C. – Senior Lawyer 2013 – 2017
- Hir Expo Internacional, S.A. de C.V. – Junior Lawyer 2012 – 2013
Alfredo Martínez Bravo is a lawyer with a solid background in Telecommunications, Media, and Technology (TMT), as well as e-commerce and information technology. He currently serves as Senior Associate at Bello Gallardo Bonequi García, S.C., where he leads strategic and regulatory advisory services for concessionaires and operators in telecommunications and broadcasting. Alfredo’s expertise extends to public bidding processes, securing licenses, and ensuring regulatory compliance, working closely with authorities like the Federal Telecommunications Institute (IFT).
In addition to his focus on telecommunications, Alfredo has closely collaborated with e-commerce and technology companies, providing legal solutions for service implementation and new business models in a constantly evolving technological environment. His ability to tackle complex issues and deliver practical advice has made him a valuable resource for his clients. Alfredo’s experience in contract negotiations, compliance management, and regulatory processes further cements his position as a leader in the TMT sector.
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law – Universidad del Valle de México (2007-2011)
Publications:
- “The Internet of Things in Mexico”, Revista Industria Legal (2021)
- “Infrastructure in Mexico: Challenges in the Telecommunications Sector”, Revista Industria Legal (2020)
- “Drone Regulation in Mexico”, Revista Industria Legal (2019)
- “LegalTech in Mexico: New Challenges in Legal Services”, Revista Consultoría (2019)
- “Electoral Times in Media”, Revista Industria Legal (2018)
- “Russia 2018 World Cup: Looking to the Future”, Revista Consultoría (2018) Co-author
- “Modernization of Legal Advisory in Mexico”, Revista Consultoría (2018)
- “Emergency Service Regulation in Natural Disaster Cases: Telecommunications and Broadcasting”, Revista Consultoría (2018) Co-author
- +52 (55) 5292 5232
Ángel Luis
Rocha García
Sr Associate - Corporate
Professional Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S. C., Jr. Associate since 2018
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S. C., Jr. Associate from 2008 to 2016
- Centro Villoro Toranzo, Legal Advisor from 2010 to 2011.
- Panamericana de Patentes y Marcas, S. C., Intern from 2007 to 200
Education
- Certificate in Corporate Law, Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de Méxcio, in 2020
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Universidad Iberoamericana, A. C. from 2006 to 2011
- arocha@bgbg.mx
- +52 (55) 5292 5232
Araceli Isabel
Ríos Peralta
Translator - Professional Translation
Professional experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S. C., Translator since 2021
- Sánchez Reyes Retana & Asociados, Freelance Translator, 2020
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Translation, Instituto Superior de Intérpretes y Traductores from 2017 to 2021
- Certificate in English, Emerald School, 2016
- French course, l´Université Stendhal (CUEF), 2013
- Public Image Course, Colegio de Imagen Pública from 2014 to 2016
- arios@bgbg.mx
- +52 (55) 5292 5232
Beatriz
Reyes García
Junior Associate - Finance and Banking
Work Experience
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- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (BGBG), Junior Associate
August 2022 – present- Responsibilities: Specialization in regulatory compliance for financial and commercial entities, and development of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing strategies.
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (BGBG), Intern
June 2021 – August 2022
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- Responsibilities: Support on projects related to anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing, as well as regulatory compliance.
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (BGBG), Junior Associate
Beatriz Reyes García holds a Law degree from the Ibero-American University, graduating in 2022. Since 2021, she has worked at BGBG, specializing in projects related to anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing, as well as regulatory compliance for financial and commercial entities.
During her academic training, she was a candidate for honors, reflecting her dedication and excellence in the field of law. Her skills in analysis and implementation of regulatory strategies have allowed her to combine theoretical knowledge with practical applications, developing into a professional committed to integrity and effectiveness in her area.
Education
- Bachelor’s in Law
Ibero-American University, Santa Fe Campus, 2017 – 2022
- breyes@bgbg.mx
- +52 (55) 5292 5232
Cinthya Lilián
González Vera
Senior Associate - Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Professional Experience
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- bgbg, Senior Associate
2018 – present- Responsibilities: Specialization in administrative and constitutional litigation. Member of the Diversity and Inclusion Committee and the Pro Bono Committee.
- National Institute for Transparency, Access to Information, and Protection of Personal Data, Director of Contentious Affairs
2016 – 2018
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- Responsibilities: In charge of litigation related to personal data protection and transparency of public resource use.
- National Institute for Transparency, Access to Information, and Protection of Personal Data, Deputy Director of Contentious Affairs
2015 – 2016
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- Responsibilities: Supervision of contentious cases and legal advice on access to information matters.
- Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation, Minister Jorge Mario Pardo Rebolledo’s Office, Operational Professional
2012 – 2015
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- Responsibilities: Assisted in drafting judgment projects and analyzing relevant cases.
- bgbg, Senior Associate
A graduate in Law from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) with honors, she holds a Master’s in Constitutional Procedural Law and a Specialization in Amparo Law, both obtained from the Panamerican University. She has furthered her academic training with several diplomas, including Leadership Mindset from Panamerican University, Legal English from Anáhuac University, and a Diploma in Constitutional and Amparo Law from UNAM.
With over eleven years of experience in constitutional and amparo litigation, she has developed her career in both the public and private sectors. During her time in the public sector, she excelled as the Contentious Director at the National Institute for Transparency, where she led litigation related to personal data protection and the transparency of public resource use. Her trajectory also includes work at the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation, contributing to the office of Minister Jorge Mario Pardo Rebolledo.
Since 2018, she has served as a Senior Associate at the law firm Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C., where she is responsible for the most complex cases in the field of administrative and constitutional litigation. Her commitment to inclusion and social responsibility is reflected in her active participation in the Diversity and Inclusion Committee and the Pro Bono Committee at bgbg.
Recognized for her work in litigation, she has been ranked as a “Rising Star” by Legal 500 in its 2024 edition and was nominated in the category of “Dispute Resolution: Litigation Rising Star of the Year.” She is currently the author and editor of the blog “Viernes de Tesis,” where she shares her insights and reflections on legal topics.
Education
- Diploma in Legal English
Anáhuac, 2024 - Diploma in Leadership Mindset
Panamerican University, 2021 - Specialization in Amparo Law
Panamerican University, 2020 - Master’s in Constitutional Procedural Law
Panamerican University, 2013 – 2015 - Diploma in Constitutional and Amparo Law
National Autonomous University of Mexico, 2012 - Bachelor’s in Law
National Autonomous University of Mexico, 2008 – 2012
- cgonzalez@bgbg.mx
- +52 (55) 5292 5232
Dante
Ceh Silva
Junior Associate - Finance and Banking
Professional experience
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- BGBG – Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (Full-time)
- QUERÉTARO: March 2021 – Present (3 years and 7 months)
- Activities and Responsibilities:
- Drafting, reviewing, analyzing, and adjusting credit contracts according to applicable regulations on transparency and money laundering prevention.
- Reviewing, analyzing, and addressing official communications from financial authorities.
- Following up on inquiries and preparing opinions and memorandums regarding regulatory compliance, advertising, and transparency.
- Monthly follow-up and presentation of validation reports to CONDUSEF.
- Responsible for regulatory compliance for various financial entities.
- Drafting corporate opinions and/or reports.
- Creating Compliance Manuals, Anti-Corruption Policies, and other necessary legal documents for regulatory compliance.
- Conducting legal audits and compiling files for regulated and unregulated financial entities regarding money laundering prevention.
- Conducting legal audits and compiling files for non-financial entities regarding money laundering prevention and vulnerable activities.
- Preparing training courses on money laundering prevention.
- Consulting on vulnerable activities and submitting regulatory compliance notices to the SAT SPPLD Portal.
- Drafting legal writings and documents.
- Conducting compliance audits regarding transparency and money laundering prevention for the purchase and sale of financial entities (SOFOM E.N.R).
- Direct communication and assistance with assigned clients.
- INMOV S.A. DE C.V. / ALTO S.C.
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- QRO, Mexico: 2017 – 2021 (4 years and 5 months)
- Legal Advisor – Labor, Social Security, and Tax Law.
- KRO ASOCIADOS S.C.
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- QUERÉTARO: 2016 – 2017
- Intern/Legal Assistant – Tax and Constitutional Law.
- BGBG – Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (Full-time)
Dante Ceh Silva is a prominent legal professional with specialized experience in Banking and Finance, as well as providing comprehensive legal advice in the financial sector and regulatory compliance. He has served as a Compliance Officer in various unregulated SOFOMEs.
His participation as a speaker at the First “Conectados” Congress, focused on Collaboration and Donation Agreements directed at Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), and in webinars on T-MEC obligations regarding anti-corruption in businesses, demonstrates his commitment to education and professional development in the legal field.
Dante was a member of the technical team for the ABC Banking Law Course conducted by ANADE Querétaro and the Association of Bankers of Querétaro. His areas of interest include banking and financial law, securities, corporate governance, and labor law, reflecting his dedication to continuous growth in the legal field.
Education
- Bachelor of Law
- Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro (UAQ): 2015 – 2020
- Specialization in Tax and Tributary Law.
- Diploma in Family Justice.
Publications
- “Conectados Congress”
- Presentation: Presented at the Congress Center of Querétaro.
- Topic: Collaboration and Donation Agreements for CSOs.
- Organized by: State DIF System of Querétaro.
- Date: July 18 and 19, 2024.
- “ABC Law Diploma for Entrepreneurs”
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- Presentation (webinar): ABC Law Forum.
- Topic: General concepts and their application in Credit Titles and Operations and Money Laundering Prevention.
- Organized by: ANADE Querétaro Section and Mondragón University QRO.
- Date: April 2022.
- “T-MEC Obligations Regarding Anti-Corruption in Companies”
- dcsilva@bgbg.mx
- +52 (55) 5292 5232
Diana Laura
Macías Zarazúa
Professional Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C.
Senior Associate (2021 – 2022, 2023 – Present) - Mercader Financial
Risk Manager (2022 – 2023) - Centro Nacional de Control de Energía (CENACE)
Deputy Director of Risks (2022) - Banco del Bienestar
Deputy Director for Sector Development (2019 – 2020) - Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Valores (CNBV)
Deputy Director of Entities and Securities Intermediaries (2017 – 2019) - Secretaría de Hacienda y Crédito Público (SHCP)
Deputy Director of Area (2015 – 2017) - Infonacot
Deputy Director of Risks (2014 – 2015) - CONSAR
Department Head (2014) - Seguros Azteca
Project Leader (2010 – 2012) - Grupo Nacional Provincial (GNP)
Financial Planning Analyst (2008 – 2010) - AMIS
Intern (2007 – 2008)
Diana Laura Macías Zarazúa is a seasoned expert in financial and non-financial risk management, with significant experience across both public and private sectors. She currently holds the position of Senior Associate in the Financial and Banking practice at Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (BGBG). Previously, she served as Risk Manager at Mercader Financial, Risk Deputy Director at CENACE, and worked with renowned financial institutions like CNBV and Banco del Bienestar.
She is a candidate for a Master’s degree in Risk at Universidad Anáhuac and holds a degree in Actuarial Science from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), with a specialization in finance and risk. In addition to her professional experience, she teaches Mathematics, Probability, and Statistics at the College of Sciences and Humanities (CCH Vallejo), enhancing her academic profile.
In the private sector, she has been involved in financial planning for life insurance at GNP and Seguros Azteca, and has overseen risk management in various organizations. Her federal government career includes publications on public expenditure at SHCP and contributions to public policies for the protection of children and adolescents in Mexico.
Education
- Master’s in Risk
Universidad Anáhuac (Candidate) - Degree in Actuarial Science
National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM)
Janeth
Giordano Serna
Sr Associate - TMT
Professional experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C., Asociada desde 2017
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C., Pasante desde 2016 a 2017
- Instituto Federal de Telecomunicaciones, Servicio Social, 2016
- Osorio, Martínez y Carbajal Abogados, Pasante de 2013 a 2015
Education
- Licenciatura en Derecho, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, 2015
- Legal English, Summer Program, Syracuse University, New York, 2015
- Intercambio Académico, Universidade da Coruña, España, 2014
- +52 (55) 5292 5232
Jesús
Pérez Alcántar
Professional Experience
Jesús specializes in banking, financial, and securities matters, and he has extensive experience in corporate transactions of various degrees of complexity. He advises domestic and foreign clients in financing transactions ranging from simple loans to structured financings and securities issuances and offerings in Mexico and abroad. He also provides advisory services in regulatory matters with respect to various financial entities and operations.
The professional experience of Jesús has been built in one of the largest law firms in the world, of US origin, and in a prestigious Spanish law firm, as well as in the most important financial group in Mexico. The transactions in which he has participated have been some of the most representative of the Mexican stock market and financial sector, such as issuances and offerings of energy and infrastructure investment trust certificates (E-Fiber) and the public offering of shares of a credit institution. In addition, he has participated in the incorporation of several financial entities.
Education
Law Degree, Escuela Libre de Derecho 2009 – 2014.
Graduated with an honors thesis.
Juan Carlos
Salazar Salas
Senior Associate - Intellectual Property
Professional experience
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- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C., Senior Associate in the Intellectual Property area
2019 – present- Responsibilities: Advising on the protection of intellectual property rights, including trademarks, inventions, and copyrights.
- Dumont Bergman Bider & Co. S.C., Lawyer in the Intellectual Property Litigation area
2014 – 2019
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- Responsibilities: Litigation and advising on cases related to intellectual property rights before judicial and administrative bodies.
- Bufete Peña Hurtado S.C., Lawyer in the Labor Law Litigation area
2009 – 2014
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- Responsibilities: Legal representation in labor disputes and advising clients on labor matters.
- Bufete Peña Hurtado S.C., Intern in the Labor Law Litigation area
2007 – 2009
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- Responsibilities: Supporting case preparation and assisting in labor hearings.
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C., Senior Associate in the Intellectual Property area
Juan Carlos has over fifteen years of experience in litigation. His practice focuses on the protection of distinctive signs, inventions, and copyrights. He provides advice to clients on the protection of their intellectual property rights before the Mexican Institute of Industrial Property, the National Copyright Institute, as well as in Administrative Courts and Collegiate Circuit Courts.
Additionally, Juan Carlos offers specialized advice on intellectual property protection in the fields of technology and digital media, as well as on trademark registration under the Madrid Protocol, opposition proceedings, and proceedings related to the Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy before the World Intellectual Property Organization.
Education
- Master’s in Information and Communication Technology Law
INFOTEC, 2017 – 2019 - Specialization in Intellectual Property Law
National Autonomous University of Mexico, 2014 – 2015 - Bachelor’s in Law
National Autonomous University of Mexico, 2005 – 2010
- jcsalazar@bgbg.mx
- +52 (55) 5292 5232
Juan Pablo
Polaco Buhl
Professional Experience
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- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
Corporate and Immigration Law Associate (May 2024 – Present) - Responsibilities: Drafting and reviewing contracts and agreements, company incorporation, due diligence, corporate restructures, and providing immigration services before the National Migration Institute (INM), including visa processing and employer registration.
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
Corporate and Immigration Law Intern (October 2023 – May 2024) - Tellaeche y Vázquez Arana, S.C.
Corporate Law Intern (July 2021 – October 2023) - Dávalos Orta y Asociados, S.C.
Administrative Law Intern (January 2021 – July 2021)
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
Juan Pablo Polaco Buhl is an attorney with experience in corporate and immigration law. Throughout his career, he has been involved in drafting and reviewing various contracts and agreements, company incorporation, due diligence, corporate meeting minutes, restructures, mergers, and corporate book updates. In immigration law, he has managed procedures before the National Migration Institute, including employer registration and visa processing for employment offers and family reunification. Additionally, he has provided ProBono advice on company incorporation, labor implications, and corporate obligations.
Education
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- Diploma in Labor Law and Social Security
Universidad Intercontinental (June 2024 – Present) - Law Degree
Universidad Intercontinental (August 2020 – May 2024)
- Diploma in Labor Law and Social Security
Karina
Ordoñez González
Associate - Corporate
Professional experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S. C., Jr. Corporate Lawyer since 2018
- Banco Multiva, Sociedad Anónima, Institución de Banca Multiple, Grupo Financiero Multiva, Corporate Lawyer from 2017 to 2018
- Yarto y Narro, S. C., Corporate Lawyer from 2016 to 2017
- Perez Vega Abogados, Corporate Lawyer from 2012 to 2016
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Law School, National Autonomous University of Mexico from 2007 to 2012
- Certificate in corporate law, Higher Education at Tecnológico de Monterrey from 2019 to 2020
- Legal English, Chelsea Legal English from 2020 to 2021
- kgonzalez@bgbg.mx
- +52 (55) 5292 5232
Lazara Sulem López Portillo
Junior Associate - Translation
Professional experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García S.C., Translator
2023 – Present - NovelCat, Novel Project Reviewer
2022 - Museo Mural Diego Rivera, Translator
2021 – 2022
Lazara Sulem López Portillo is a translator specialized in translating texts from English to Spanish and Spanish to English. She has a deep understanding of languages, with native-level Spanish (C2), advanced English (C1), and intermediate French (B2). She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Translation from the Instituto Superior de Intérpretes y Traductores, where she also completed courses in Audiovisual Translation and Comparative Law in 2022.
Her experience includes literary and legal translation, as well as project review across different sectors. Her precision and expertise in managing various languages allow her to provide high-quality linguistic solutions, tailored to each client’s needs.
Education
- Audiovisual Translation Course, Instituto Superior de Intérpretes y Traductores
2022 - Specialization in Comparative Law, Instituto Superior de Intérpretes y Traductores
2022 - Bachelor’s in Translation, Instituto Superior de Intérpretes y Traductores
2017-2021
Leyda
García Mejía
Professional Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg), Translator
2023 – present - Independent Translator in the legal and marketing fields
2022 - Audiovisual Translator, AMBULANTE
2022 - Wagner Consulting International, Translator/Junior Project Manager
2021 - Mexican Institute of Youth, Editorial Control and Follow-up
2021
Leyda García Mejía has experience in legal and marketing translation, as well as in terminology specialization and participation in translation project coordination. She completed her social service at the Mexican Institute of Youth, where she was responsible for the Editorial Control and Follow-up of the magazine JOVENes, publishing a review of the book “Youth and Migrations.”
Education
- Bachelor’s in Translation
ISIT, 2020 - Specialization in Terminology
ISIT, 2021 - Course in Audiovisual Translation
ISIT, 2022 - Diploma in Pharmaceutical Translation
TEKAMOLO, 2022 - German Course
Katholische Universität Eichstätt-Ingolstadt, Eichstätt, Germany, 2024
Publications
- Review of the book “Youth and Migrations”
JOVENES Magazine
Mexican Institute of Youth (IMJUVE), 2022
Mario Shai
Aguado González
Senior Associate - Personal Data Protection & Artificial Intelligence
Work Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (BGBG), Junior Associate
2023 – Present - National Institute of Transparency, Access to Information, and Data Protection (INAI)
2020 – 2023 - National Council of Humanities, Science, and Technology (CONAHCYT), Research Assistant Level III or Emeritus
2022
Mario Shai Aguado González is a lawyer with over 4 years of experience in Personal Data Protection. Recently, he specialized as a Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer certified by NYCE, focusing on governance and standardization of AI processes. He graduated from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) with a Law degree and holds an Advanced Postgraduate Course in Intellectual Property, as well as a Diploma in Business Law.
He has worked on projects across various sectors, including education, information technology, and investment management, where he stands out for his ability to innovate and design tailored strategies for each client. His expertise has earned him recognition in implementing advanced legal and technological solutions.
Education
- Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, Governance Expert (NYCE)
2024 - Diploma in Business Law
National Autonomous University of Mexico, 2022 - Advanced Postgraduate Course in Intellectual Property
National Autonomous University of Mexico, 2021-2022 - Bachelor’s in Law
National Autonomous University of Mexico, 2017-2022
Publications
- Presentation on “Data Governance in the Procurement Process”
Strategic Supply Chain Convention, GOH Network, 2024.
- maguado@bgbg.mx
- +52 (55) 5292 5232
María de los Ángeles
Velázquez Sánchez
Professional Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C.
Corporate Lawyer (Since August 2024) - Alphacredit
Compliance Lawyer (February – August 2024) - Konfío
KYC Legal (2021 – 2023) - Caminos y Puentes Federales de I.S.C.
Legal Assistant (2013 – 2021) - Independent Litigating Lawyer
Litigator (2011 – 2013)
Maria de los Angeles Velazquez Sanchez is a corporate lawyer specializing in the legal and technical review of commercial companies, with comprehensive experience in civil and family litigation, contract drafting and analysis, as well as the preparation and review of corporate documents. Her professional objective is to ensure the accuracy and availability of corporate legal information while guaranteeing compliance with current laws and regulations.
Throughout her career, Ángeles has demonstrated strong capabilities in managing legal responsibilities within the corporate sector, focusing on regulatory compliance and comprehensive legal information management. Her experience in civil and family litigation further strengthens her ability to provide well-rounded legal advice.
Education
- Diploma in Corporate Law
Universidad Intercontinental (January – July 2024) - Law Degree
Universidad Internacional José Vasconcelos (2010 – 2014)
María Saharai
Pérez Rangel
Professional Experience
- Bello Gallardo Bonequi García, S.C. (BGBG)
Senior Associate (2020 – Present) - Bello Gallardo Bonequi García, S.C. (BGBG)
Litigation Correspondent in Mérida, Yucatán (2018 – 2020) - Invex, Financiera Independencia, Kondinero
Legal Representative (2006 – 2018) - SEA Servicios Especializados de Asistencia S.A. de C.V. (Ike Asistencia)
Foreign Control Attorney (2004 – 2006) - Banco del Sureste (in Liquidation)
Head of Legal Department – Southeastern Region (1999 – 2004) - Notaría Pública 213, Mexico City
Legal Advisor and Attorney (1997 – 1999) - Notaría Pública 77, Mexico City
Law Intern (1994 – 1997)
María Saharai Pérez Rangel is an attorney with over 20 years of experience in civil, commercial, and administrative litigation. She currently serves as a Senior Associate in the Litigation department at Bello Gallardo Bonequi García, S.C., where she specializes in representing and defending financial institutions and insurance companies in both written and oral proceedings, at both local and federal levels. Throughout her career, she has gained extensive expertise in handling administrative contentious cases, contesting administrative fines, and managing procedures before various public authorities.
With a career spanning key roles in prominent financial institutions and insurance companies, Sarai has demonstrated exceptional skills in legal advisory, contract drafting, and legal opinions, as well as in managing banking liquidation processes. Furthermore, she has represented notable companies in proceedings before the Federal Consumer Protection Agency (PROFECO) across various Mexican states, which enhances her experience in the field of administrative and financial law.
Education
- Law Degree
Faculty of Law, Universidad La Salle (1994 – 2000)
Mariana
Rodríguez López
Senior Associate - PDPP
Professional Experience
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- bgbg, Senior Associate
2021 – present- Responsibilities: Advising clients on personal data protection and privacy issues, combining technical and legal approaches.
- AT&T Mexico, Lawyer
2018 – 2021
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- Responsibilities: Legal advice on privacy and data protection matters, as well as regulatory compliance management.
- bgbg, Senior Associate
Mariana is a lawyer graduated from the Autonomous Technological Institute of Mexico (ITAM), where she completed her thesis on the intersection of cyberattacks and international law. She later pursued an LLM in Information and Communication Technologies at the University of Oslo, in collaboration with the Norwegian Research Center for Computers and Law. Her thesis analyzes the regulatory framework of the European Union and the damages caused by biases in artificial intelligence.
As a senior associate at bgbg, Mariana leverages her extensive experience in advising clients on personal data protection and privacy, combining a technical and legal approach to provide efficient and tailored solutions.
Education
- LLM in Information and Communication Technologies
University of Oslo, Norway, 2023 – 2024 - Bachelor’s in Law
Autonomous Technological Institute of Mexico (ITAM), 2013 – 2018
Publications
- “The Unconstitutionality of Article 2, Section I of the Federal Law on the Protection of Personal Data Held by Private Parties”
The Legal Industry Reviews, Legal Industry Magazine, 2022
- mrodriguez@bgbg.mx
- +52 (55) 5292 5232
Romeo Chora
Senior Associate - Intellectual Property
Professional experience
- April 2022 – up to date, Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi and García, S.C. Associate in Intellectual Property.
- February 2010 – March 2022. Dumont Bergman Bider & Co. S.C. Manager of the Technical Patent Department.
- May 2007 – February 2010. Becerril, Coca & Becerril. Patent Engineer.
- July 2002 – August 2003. Carl Zeiss Mexico. Thin-films Specialist.
Education
- 2003 – 2005. National Autonomous University of Mexico, Mexico. Faculty of Chemistry. Master’s degree in chemical engineering.
- 1997 – 2002. National Autonomous University of Mexico, Mexico. Faculty of Chemistry. Bachelor in Chemical Engineering.
Romeo is a chemical engineer with more than 15 years dedicated to the Industrial Property field, advising both national and foreign clients in the processing of patent applications, from the filing of the application until the granting and maintenance thereof, in the different technical areas comprised by the Mexican Institute of Industrial Property (IMPI), namely, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Biotechnological and Pharmaceutical. Likewise, he has experience in handling applications of Utility Models and Industrial Designs.
Romeo has collaborated in technical opinions on patentability and infringement of patent rights, prior art searches, counseling related to the filing of Patent applications both in Mexico and abroad, technical analysis (substantive examination) of applications for patent, utility models and industrial designs, as well as in the advice to make amendments to the claims to comply with Mexican legislation and practices before the filing of the application or during the substantive examination stage.
Languages: Spanish and English.
- rchora@bgbg.mx
- +52 (55) 5292 5232
Salma Sofía
Yassin Sánchez
Professional Experience
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- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
Junior Associate in Financial and Banking Law (April 2024 – Present)- Responsibilities: Advising clients on regulatory compliance matters within the financial and banking sector, focusing on adherence to regulations and obligations before regulatory authorities.
- Ekscelenko S.A.P.I. de C.V. SOFOM E.N.R. (Cumplomex)
Compliance Officer (March 2022 – April 2024)
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- Responsibilities: Overseeing compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations and regulatory requirements. Handling the submission of reports to CONDUSEF, CNBV, and SAT.
Compliance Analyst (July 2021 – March 2022)
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- Responsibilities: Supporting the implementation of regulatory procedures and ensuring financial regulatory compliance.
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
Salma Sofía Yassin Sánchez is an attorney specializing in financial and banking law, with a focus on regulatory compliance and anti-money laundering (AML). Before joining bgbg, she worked as a compliance officer in a financial entity, gaining extensive experience managing obligations before regulatory authorities such as CONDUSEF, CNBV, and SAT. Her experience has provided her with a strong knowledge of the regulatory frameworks governing financial and banking institutions.
Education
- Certification in Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing
National Banking and Securities Commission (July 2022) - Master’s Degree in Corporate Compliance
European Postgraduate and Business Center (CEUPE) (July 2021 – July 2022) - Law Degree
Universidad Iberoamericana (August 2016 – May 2021)
Samantha
Bermúdez Sánchez
Professional Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg) June 2024 – Present
Samantha Bermúdez Sánchez is a Law student at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), currently in her 7th semester. She joined BGBG in June 2024 as an intern in the Intellectual Property area.
Her responsibilities include conducting trademark viability searches, drafting legal documents and responses to official communications from the Mexican Institute of Industrial Property (IMPI) regarding formal and substantive matters, and supporting administrative tasks. She is also actively involved in monitoring contentious matters from filing to resolution.
Education
- Law Degree, National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), 2020 – present (7th semester)
Santiago
Ortiz de la Torre
Professional Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García S.C. (BGBG), Junior Associate in Corporate Law
Present - Abogados Metropolitanos, Associate in Criminal Law
Previously
Santiago Ortiz de la Torre is a lawyer with a degree in Law from the Universidad Del Valle de México. Throughout his professional career, he has held various positions in key legal areas such as labor, criminal, and corporate law. In every role, he has prioritized responsibility, efficiency, and respect in his duties. His career path is marked by a focus on continuous learning, which has allowed him to gain deep knowledge in each area he has worked in. Currently, he serves as a Junior Associate in the corporate area at Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García S.C., where he applies his previous experience and continues to grow professionally.
Education
- Bachelor’s in Law
Universidad Del Valle de México
Víctor Andrés
González Sánchez
Senior Associate - TMT
Professional Experience
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- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (BGBG)
- Senior Associate (2016 – Present)
- Lex Informática Abogados
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- Associate in 2016
- Bufete Jurídico Gratuito Social A.C. de la Universidad Panamericana
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- Intern (2013 – 2016)
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (BGBG)
Víctor Andrés González Sánchez has extensive experience advising national and international companies on issues related to technology infrastructure deployment, e-commerce development, the Internet of Things (IoT), and web services. He specializes in economic competition, data protection, and entertainment law.
In addition to his work at BGBG, Víctor has been a professor of Mexican Constitutional Law at Universidad Panamericana since 2016. He has also been a guest lecturer at institutions like Escuela Libre de Derecho and Escuela de Periodismo Carlos Septién García.
He has been a speaker at various forums and interviews, including the 2nd National Week of Transformative Infrastructure organized by the Chamber of Deputies.
Education
- Master’s in Law (In progress)
Universidad Panamericana - Diploma in Economic Competition
International Chamber of Commerce Mexico and Universidad Panamericana (2022) - Law Degree
Universidad Panamericana (2016) - Diploma in Telecommunications Law
Universidad Panamericana (2016)
Publications
- “Telecoms, Media and Internet Laws and Regulations Mexico 2024”, ICLG (2024)
- “Cybersecurity Global Practice Guide for Mexico 2022”, Chambers and Partners (2022)
- vgonzalez@bgbg.mx
- +52 (55) 5292 5232
Víctor Ignacio
Villanueva Pereda
Junior Associate - TMT
Professional Experience
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- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C.
- Junior Associate (2020 – Present)
- Un Techo Para Mi País México, A.C.
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- Legal Collaborator, National Office (2018 – 2019)
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C.
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- Intern (2017 – 2020)
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C.
Víctor Ignacio Villanueva Pereda has over seven years of legal and practical experience in telecommunications, consumer protection, labor law, and administrative law. He has advised both national and international companies across various economic sectors, including telecommunications, digital platforms, travel agencies, security, media, and technology.
His professional practice is marked by his negotiation skills and analytical ability in creating preventive and regulatory policies that ensure corporate compliance. He has been directly involved in securing favorable outcomes in public tenders, concessions, and authorizations, as well as in handling the related regulatory and contractual compliance.
Víctor has extensive experience in drafting legal opinions and conducting regulatory impact assessments, and he has also represented clients in conciliations and hearings across different legal areas. He has successfully handled various legal proceedings involving law violations, administrative sanctions, contract rescissions, complaints, annulment lawsuits, and amparo actions, all while navigating interactions with diverse governmental authorities in Mexico.
Additionally, he is an active member of several chambers of commerce and is part of BGBG’s Pro Bono Committee.
Education
- Law Degree
Universidad Iberoamericana (IBERO), Mexico City Campus (2020) - Diploma in Human Rights
Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (2023) - Diploma in Amparo Proceedings
Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (2022)
Publications and lectures:
- “¿ESPORTS, SPORT OR ENTERTAINMENT?”, BlogBGBG, BGBG Abogados (2020)
- vvillanueva@bgbg.mx
- +52 (55) 5292 5232
Zuzel
Soto Vilchis
Professional Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García S.C. (BGBG), Junior Associate
Present - Seguros Atlas, Lawyer
2024 - National Agricultural, Rural, Forestry, and Fisheries Development Financial Institution, Fiduciary Lawyer
2022 – 2023 - Birman, Guakil and Wolf, Litigation Lawyer
2019 – 2021 - Citibanamex Seguros, Lawyer
2016 – 2017
Zuzel Soto Vilchis is a lawyer who graduated from Universidad La Salle México, specializing in Business Law, where she was one of the top three students of her generation. She has extensive experience in the financial sector, as well as in civil and commercial litigation, specifically in insurance matters. She has also completed several diplomas in Anti-Money Laundering Prevention.
At Seguros Atlas, she handled all claims presented before CONDUSEF, which helped her develop specific skills in the insurance area. Additionally, her role in the fiduciary team at the National Agricultural Development Financial Institution allowed her to deepen her expertise in trusts and mandates.
Her work at Birman, Guakil and Wolf and Citibanamex Seguros provided valuable experience in litigation, where she gained a deep understanding of the legal framework applicable to each case. Passionate about the legal profession, Zuzel remains fully committed to her personal and professional growth, determined to achieve her goals and dreams.
Education
- Specialization in Business Law
Universidad La Salle México - Bachelor’s in Law
Universidad La Salle México

INTERNS
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Adriana María Pavón Morales
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Alessandra Horta Caballero
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Alexandra Alcalá Godoy
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Carla Itzel Rincón Guerrero
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Carolina Rivera Meníndez
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María Fernanda Romero López
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Maria Fernanda
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Mauricio García Morales
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Samantha
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Sofía Iturbide Zavala
Adriana María Pavón Morales
Professional Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
- Currently.
Adriana Pavón Morales is a law student at Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City. Her academic journey began at Instituto Cumbres de Villahermosa, where she studied until 2022.
Throughout her career, she has developed outstanding skills in leadership, organization, project management, and problem-solving, demonstrating exceptional ability to work under pressure and manage teams effectively. Additionally, she has a high proficiency in English.
Professionally, Adriana has gained experience in various areas of law through internships at law firms and companies in key sectors.
Her commitment to continuous learning and analytical skills position her as a promising professional in the legal field.
Education
- Bachelor of Law
- Currently studying at Universidad Iberoamericana.
Alessandra Horta Caballero
Professional Experience:
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
Banking and Finance Intern – present.
- MIJANGOS Y GÓNZALEZ
Civil, Commercial, and Constitutional Litigation Intern, 2022 – 2023.
Alessandra Horta Caballero, currently a law student at a university affiliated with UNAM. I completed a diploma in Compliance at the Centro de Estudios Jurídicos Carbonell and a Diploma in Legal English at Universidad Anáhuac. Moderator of the discussion “The Constitutionality of the Constitution” at Escuela Libre de Derecho.
Education:
- Bachelor of Law
- National Autonomous University of Mexico (currently).
Alexandra Alcalá Godoy
Professional Experience:
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- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
- Currently, since December 2, 2024.
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
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A law student at Escuela Libre de Derecho, where I have acquired a solid foundation in key areas of law, developing analytical skills and an understanding of legal regulations. My interest in the legal field and commitment to continuous learning drive me to keep improving my knowledge and skills.
Regarding my language training, I hold the following international certifications:
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- Pearson Edexcel Level I Certificate in ESOL International (CEF B2), obtained in November 2021.
- Cambridge English Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (First), obtained in June 2018.
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These achievements reflect my advanced proficiency in English, allowing me to communicate fluently in both academic and professional contexts. Additionally, I have basic knowledge of French, enabling me to interact at a beginner level in this language.
My training and competencies in multiple languages, combined with my academic preparation in law, make me well-equipped to face challenges in the legal and communicative fields at an international level.
Education:
- Bachelor of Law
- Currently in the 3rd year at Escuela Libre de Derecho.
Carla Itzel Rincón Guerrero
Professional Experience:
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- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
- Intern, 2025 – present.
- Specialization in civil, commercial, family, and constitutional litigation.
- KNP Abogados, S.C.
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- Intern, 2024 – 2025.
- Specialization in civil, commercial, family, administrative, and constitutional litigation.
Curriculum Summary: Carla I. Rincón Guerrero is a law student at the Faculty of Law of the Barra Nacional de Abogados (BNA). She joined BGBG in March 2025 as an intern in the Litigation area, primarily following up on matters in commercial, civil, family, and constitutional trials.
Her experience at KNP Abogados, S.C., allowed her to engage in civil, family, commercial, administrative, and constitutional litigation. She specialized in trial follow-up, management of proceedings, drafting of legal documents such as lawsuits, motions, amparos, and appeals, ensuring precision and solid argumentation.
Carla holds a Diploma in Amparo Trial (2024), which contributed to the development and strengthening of the defense and guarantee of human rights through the amparo trial. She also has various accredited seminars at the Faculty of Law of the Barra Nacional de Abogados, such as Family Oral Trial, Commercial Procedural Law, Introduction to Litigation, Argumentation Techniques, and Eristic Debate, among others.
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
Educación:
- Bachelor of Law
- Barra Nacional de Abogados, 2021 – present.
Carolina Rivera Meníndez
Professional Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (BGBG), Intern
Present - Radio Ibero 90.9, Broadcaster
2024 – 2025 - Berta Cáceres Environmental Justice Legal Clinic, Volunteer
2023 – 2024 - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Social Service
2023 – 2024 - Alaíde Foppa Refugee Legal Clinic, Volunteer
2022 – 2023 - Ministry of Culture, External Collaborator
2022
Carolina Rivera Meníndez holds a Law degree from Universidad Iberoamericana. She collaborated with the Alaíde Foppa Refugee Legal Clinic, providing legal advice and representation to individuals in mobility situations through strategic litigation before national and international bodies.
She also worked at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Culture, participating in high-impact international processes such as Mexico’s lawsuit against U.S. arms manufacturers and the UNESCO MONDIACULT conference.
Carolina represented the Berta Cáceres Environmental Justice Legal Clinic before the Inter-American Court of Human Rights, contributing to the Advisory Opinion OC-32 on climate emergency and human rights.
Additionally, she has served as a teaching assistant at Universidad Iberoamericana and as a radio host at Radio Ibero 90.9. She is the author of several articles in Bosch México: Praxis Legal, addressing topics such as drug trafficking, artificial intelligence, and digital abuse.
Her professional path integrates legal practice with academic research, teaching, and the dissemination of law through media platforms.
Education
- Bachelor’s in Law
Universidad Iberoamericana, Mexico City, 2019 – 2024
Publications
- “Is Drug Trafficking a Legal Concept?”, Bosch México: Praxis Legal, 2023
- “AI and Digital Abuse: Emerging Challenges in the Creation of Fake Sexual Content”, Bosch México: Praxis Legal, 2024
María Fernanda Romero López
Professional Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (BGBG), Intern
July 2025 – Present - Grupo Salinas – Banco Azteca, Specialized Unit for User Support, Intern
July 2024 – June 2025
María Fernanda Romero López is a Law student at the Faculty of Law of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM). She joined BGBG in July 2025 as an intern in the Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) area.
During her professional experience, she worked at Banco Azteca’s Specialized Unit for User Support, where she handled complaints filed by customers before CONDUSEF, drafted technical opinion responses, and coordinated information with various departments within the Bank.
Education
- Bachelor’s in Law
National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), 2020 – Present
Maria Fernanda
Sánchez Cortés
Professional experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. Intern 2020 – Present
- Notary Public 181 Intern: 2019 – 2020
María Fernanda has over 2 years of legal and practical experience in the field of Corporate Law. Her professional background is characterized by the drafting of commercial contracts and opinions for banking institutions. She began her legal internships in her first semester of university, working as an intern in a notary office where she was responsible for handling signatures, reviewing testimonies, and verifying documents.
Education
- Bachelor of Law
- Universidad Iberoamericana (IBERO) Campus Ciudad de México: 2020 – Present
Mauricio García Morales
Professional Experience:
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg)
Intern in the Banking and Finance area. - PGIM
Legal Intern. - BMC SOFTWARE
Legal Intern.
Mauricio García Morales is a Law student at Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México (ITAM). His academic training has been complemented by active participation in student activities and coordination of social projects.
Throughout his career, he has strengthened his legal training through his collaboration as an intern in key companies in the financial sector. He has participated in projects of national and international scope and has contributed in various areas of law, with a particular focus on corporate and financial law.
Education:
- Law Degree at Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México (ITAM).
Samantha
Bermúdez Sánchez
Professional Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (bgbg) June 2024 – Present
Samantha Bermúdez Sánchez is a Law student at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), currently in her 7th semester. She joined BGBG in June 2024 as an intern in the Intellectual Property area.
Her responsibilities include conducting trademark viability searches, drafting legal documents and responses to official communications from the Mexican Institute of Industrial Property (IMPI) regarding formal and substantive matters, and supporting administrative tasks. She is also actively involved in monitoring contentious matters from filing to resolution.
Education
- Law Degree, National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), 2020 – present (7th semester)
Sofía Iturbide Zavala
Professional Experience
- Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C. (BGBG), Intern in TMT
Present - TP Legal, Intern in Real Estate and Environmental Law
2023
Sofía Iturbide Zavala is currently pursuing a Law degree at Universidad Panamericana (UP). Her academic background has been enriched by active participation in student organizations, serving as Secretary General of the Gender Secretariat, where she promoted initiatives focused on equality and inclusion.
Throughout her career, she has been involved in human rights issues, with a particular interest in promoting equity and social justice. She is currently an intern at BGBG Abogados, working in the Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) practice area.
Education
- Bachelor’s in Law
Universidad Panamericana (UP) – Ongoing

