Rocío Olea Salgado Appointed Co-Lead of Women in a Legal World Mexico’s Corporate & M&A Commission
Rocío Olea Salgado Named Co-Lead of Corporate & M&A Commission at Women in a Legal World Mexico
Rocío Olea Salgado, a shareholder in the Mexico City office of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, has been appointed Co-Lead of the Corporate & M&A Commission of the Mexico Chapter of Women in a Legal World (WLW) for 2026. The appointment recognizes her experience in corporate law and cross-border transactions, as well as her commitment to supporting greater representation and leadership opportunities for women across the legal profession.
In her new role, Olea Salgado will work alongside other members of the commission to develop initiatives focused on strengthening the visibility and participation of women practicing in corporate law and mergers and acquisitions. Her responsibilities will include supporting opportunities for professional development, fostering connections among women in the sector, and helping create platforms where legal professionals can exchange knowledge, experience, and career insights.
Olea Salgado is a member of Greenberg Traurig’s Corporate, Mergers & Acquisitions, Antitrust Litigation and Competition Regulation, and Technology practices. Her multidisciplinary experience allows her to advise clients on a broad range of corporate, transactional, competition, and technology-related matters, particularly those involving complex and cross-border business structures.
Women in a Legal World is an international organization focused on advancing women’s leadership and participation within the legal profession. Through its network and various initiatives, WLW seeks to connect women lawyers and legal professionals across jurisdictions and practice areas while creating opportunities for collaboration, education, mentorship, and professional advancement.
The Mexico Chapter forms part of this broader international network, providing a platform for women in the Mexican legal community to build professional relationships and share experiences. The Corporate & M&A Commission specifically focuses on women working in corporate law and transactional practices, areas that play a central role in advising businesses on growth, investment, restructuring, and strategic expansion.
As Co-Lead, Olea Salgado will contribute to initiatives designed to highlight the achievements and expertise of women in corporate and M&A law. The commission will also seek to encourage greater participation by women in senior leadership and decision-making roles within law firms, corporations, and the wider business community.
“It is an honor to lead the Corporate & M&A Commission of the Mexico Chapter of Women in a Legal World. This platform offers an opportunity to showcase female talent in this practice area and to create meaningful spaces for collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth for women in the legal sector,” said Olea Salgado.
Her appointment comes against the backdrop of an evolving legal and business environment in which companies increasingly require sophisticated counsel to navigate transactions across multiple jurisdictions. Her experience advising clients across Mexico, Latin America, and the United States positions her to bring a valuable international perspective to the commission’s work.
Olea Salgado is a leading transactional attorney with extensive experience advising multinational companies and other clients on cross-border mergers and acquisitions involving Mexico, Latin America, and the United States. Her practice encompasses the structuring, negotiation, and execution of complex M&A transactions, joint ventures, strategic investments, and other corporate matters.
She regularly advises clients throughout the transaction lifecycle, from the initial assessment and structuring of an investment through negotiations, due diligence, regulatory considerations, and closing. Her experience spans both regulated and unregulated sectors, giving her insight into the legal and commercial considerations that can shape complex transactions.
In addition to her corporate and M&A work, Olea Salgado’s experience in competition regulation, antitrust matters, and technology further strengthens her ability to advise clients on transactions where multiple legal and regulatory considerations intersect. This multidisciplinary perspective is increasingly important as businesses pursue strategic investments and partnerships in rapidly evolving markets.
Through her new position with WLW, Olea Salgado will have an opportunity to build on her professional experience while contributing to the development of the next generation of women leaders in corporate and transactional law. Her role will focus not only on recognizing established female talent, but also on creating meaningful opportunities for emerging lawyers to develop their skills, expand their professional networks, and pursue leadership positions.
The appointment further reflects the growing importance of professional networks and mentorship in creating a more inclusive legal profession. By bringing together women from different backgrounds, practice areas, and levels of seniority, WLW provides a forum for exchanging perspectives and strengthening connections across the legal community.
As Co-Lead of the Corporate & M&A Commission for 2026, Olea Salgado is expected to play an active role in advancing these objectives within the Mexico Chapter. Her leadership will help support the commission’s efforts to promote professional development, increase the visibility of women in corporate law, and encourage broader participation in leadership and decision-making roles.
With her extensive transactional experience and international perspective, Olea Salgado brings a strong combination of legal expertise and leadership to the position. Her appointment reinforces the continued focus on creating greater opportunities for women in corporate and M&A practices while contributing to a more connected and inclusive legal community in Mexico and beyond.
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