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Lydia Solis

Corporate and Banking Regulatory

Lydia is a senior attorney with extensive experience in financial regulation, banking regulatory compliance, and corporate advisory.

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In 2024, she served as Legal Director at Banco PagaTodo, S.A., Institución de Banca Múltiple, where she was responsible for overseeing all regulatory compliance matters, ensuring adherence to applicable financial laws, supervisory requirements, and internal governance standards. In this role, she led strategic regulatory initiatives and maintained close coordination with financial authorities.

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From 2015 to 2019, she held the position of Senior Vice President at Banco Nacional de México, S.A., a member of Grupo Financiero Banamex (Banamex), one of Mexico's leading banks. During her tenure, she played a key role in obtaining all necessary service provider authorizations for the separation of Banamex and the creation of Banco Citi México, S.A., Institución de Banca Múltiple, Grupo Financiero Citi México from the National Banking and Securities Commission (CNBV).

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Between 2015 and 2019, she was a senior associate at Solórzano, Carvajal, González y Pérez Correa, S.C. (now Pérez Correa González y Asociados, S.C.), a top-tier law firm, advising clients on financial, corporate, and regulatory matters, and providing strategic legal counsel to entities operating in highly regulated sectors.

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During her time as Director of Securities Market Legal Affairs at CNBV, Lydia gained valuable insight into supervisory practices and regulatory enforcement within the Mexican financial system.

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She is recognized for her strong leadership, deep regulatory knowledge, and ability to navigate complex legal and compliance environments within the financial sector.

Banking-Financial-Regulatory

Cases Featured

Publiseg, S.A.P.I. de C.V., SOFOM, ENR (Credifiel)

We participated in the legal structuring of a public offering of debt securities in Latvia, including the negotiation of the prospectus and the general terms of the issuance. We also assisted with compliance with regulatory obligations in Mexico, including reports to the CNBV in accordance with the Securities Market Law.

Banking-Financial-Regulatory

Cases Featured

Atrafin LLC (American Trade & Finance Company)

We participated in the negotiation and formalization of the credit agreement between EGI Oil & Gas, S.A. de C.V. and Atrafin LLC, as well as in the preparation and negotiation of local guarantee agreements. Our work included reviewing and adjusting the necessary documentation to implement the financing.

Banking-Financial-Regulatory

Cases Featured

BANSÍ, S.A., Multiple Banking Institution

We prepare due diligence reports and legal opinions to assess corporate and regulatory risks for private companies and public entities. These analyses supported decisions related to account opening and credit granting, identifying relevant legal contingencies.

Corporate-Contractual / M&A

Cases Featured

Banco Actinver, S.A., Actinver Financial Group

We participated in the acquisition of Zurich Santander Seguros México, S.A., advising on the corporate documentation post-closing. Our work included adapting the bylaws to reflect its status as a Mexican insurer and preparing the corresponding disclosure schedules.

Corporate-Contractual / M&A

Cases Featured

TFS México Agente de Seguros y Fianzas, S.A. de C.V.

We supported the company from its incorporation in the design and implementation of its corporate governance framework and internal commercial policies, aligning them with global, regional, and local guidelines. Our advisory services included reviewing bylaws, management structure, and operational manuals to ensure compliance with applicable insurance regulations.

Corporate-Contractual / M&A

Cases Featured

Gernes Group, S.A. de C.V.

We advised on the negotiation and formalization of an investment agreement with Zone Sport Products (Dongguan) Co., Ltd. for the development of manufacturing activities related to ultrasonic assembly processes and product packaging for Grupo Xcaret México.

Corporate-Contractual / M&A

Cases Featured

Gernes Group

We participated in the negotiation of a distribution and commercialization agreement with Padel Galis for the installation of official padel courts in Mexico. Additionally, we advised on an investment agreement for the establishment of a manufacturing plant in Mexico, with distribution reach across Mexico and Central America.