GenteraCounsel
Sep. 2020 - May. 2021MexicoThese were my roles as Outside Counsel for Gentera, a leading financial services group:
1. Contract Drafting & Negotiation: - Draft and negotiate a wide range of contracts related to Gentera’s financial business, including donations agreements, partnerships, service contracts, and commercial agreements. - Ensure all contracts align with Gentera’s strategic objectives while mitigating legal and financial risks. - Provide legal support for cross-border transactions, ensuring compliance with international financial regulations and local laws.
2. Intellectual Property Management: - Manage Gentera’s IP portfolio, consisting of 350+ trademarks, slogans, and copyrights, ensuring proper registration, renewal, and enforcement before the IMPI (Mexican Institute of Industrial Property) and INDAUTOR (National Institute of Copyrights) - Advise on IP protection strategies, including trademark filings, copyright registrations, and defense against infringement. - Represent Gentera in IP-related disputes, including opposition proceedings, infringement cases, and licensing negotiations. - Reconfigure Gentera's IP management digital system to align with the group's IP needs and reflect the amendments to the Mexican Industrial Property Laws.
3. Cloud Migration & Digital Transformation: - Provide legal support for the migration of Gentera’s operations into the cloud, ensuring compliance with data privacy, cybersecurity, and financial regulations. - Draft and negotiate contracts with cloud service providers, ensuring favorable terms and robust data protection measures. - Advise on the legal implications of digital transformation initiatives, including data governance, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance.
4. Regulatory Compliance: - Monitor changes in financial, IP, and technology regulations, providing proactive guidance to Gentera’s legal and business teams.