Martha Lydia Quivén Becerra
Monterrey
Summary
Legal professional with strong expertise in contracts, compliance and corporate law. Proven ability to drive successful outcomes through strategic planning and problem-solving. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability to evolving legal challenges. Skilled in negotiation, contract review, and client representation, with focus on delivering impactful results.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Translator (English-Spanish)
Directum Translations
Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico (Remote)
11.2014 - Current
- Translated technical documents, ensuring clarity and accuracy in language use.
- Reviewed and edited translations for consistency with original texts and industry terminology.
- Collaborated with project managers to meet tight deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
- Developed glossaries and style guides to enhance translation quality across projects.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and attention to detail.
Attorney-at-law
Olivas Franco
08.2014 - Current
- Corporate, Contracts, Real Estate, Foreign Trade.
- Conducted Due Diligences in Corporate, Contracts, Real Estate and Foreign Trade matters.
- Drafted and negotiated contracts, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations; including Civil and Mercantile Contracts, Real Estate and Trusts.
- Advised clients on legal rights and obligations in complex matters.
- Mentored junior attorneys, enhancing team performance through knowledge sharing and guidance.
- Advised clients on their rights, obligations, and legal options with clear explanations of complex laws and regulations.
Attorney-at-law
Romero Ramos, Quintanilla y Bortoni, S.C.
07.2009 - 07.2014
- Corporate, Contracts, Real Estate, Foreign Trade.
- Prepared the incorporation, negotiation, management of Trusts of various industrial parks and their corresponding sales to third parties.
- Drafted and negotiated contracts, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
- Conducted Due Diligences in various matters: Corporate, Contracts, Real Estate and Foreign Trade.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs across various legal issues.
- Analyzed legislation changes, providing insights that influenced firm practices and client advisories.
Attorney-at-law
Canales Zambrano y Asoc., S.C.
12.2006 - 05.2009
- Corporate, Contracts, Real Estate, Foreign Trade.
- Participated in several projects of foreign investment companies, since its incorporation in Mexico, permits, maquila contracts, distribution and supply contracts; I participated in the authorization of foreign trade programs.
- Spearheaded client meetings to thoroughly understand their legal needs and strategize appropriate solutions.
- Conducted comprehensive due diligence investigations for corporate transactions in various matters: Corporate, Contracts, Real Estate and Foreign Trade, minimizing risks and potential liabilities.
Attorney-at-law
Zebra Pen Manufacturera.
06.2006 - 12.2006
- Contracts, Foreign Trade.
- Managed the Maquila Program and the compliance with Customs legislation; including customs formalities and related contracts in relation with Foreign Trade matters.
- Demonstrated keen attention to detail when reviewing contracts or agreements ensuring accurate interpretation.
- Due Diligences in Foreign Trade matters.
Attorney-at-law
PricewaterhouseCoopers.
12.2003 - 10.2005
- Represented clients in tax and administrative litigation, effectively presenting cases and arguments.
- Drafted contracts ensuring client satisfaction and confidentiality.
- Assisted clients in nternational trade consultancy and SEC and Sarbox compliance.
Trade Analyst
Vystera, Visteon Planta Carplastic
02.2003 - 11.2003
- Participated in all legal issues related to the management of the Fiscal Deposit program, Pitex, Rule Eight, Tariff Classification and Calculation of taxes on foreign trade, sectorial programs, Prosec, NAFTA and other tariff preferences.
International Negotiation Tutorial Professor
Virtual University, Monterrey Tech
01.2000 - 02.2003
- Compared Legislation of International Commerce Tutorial Professor.
Education
Masters Program - International and Trade Law
Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Studies (ITESM)
Mty, N.L.12-2002
Attorney at Law - undefined
Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Studies (ITESM)
Mty, N.L.12-1999
Skills
- Contract drafting
- Contract negotiation
- Negotiation
- Legal analysis
- Legal compliance
- Corporate law
- Real estate law
- Legal writing
- Legal advisory
- Reviewing documents
- Business law
- Alternative dispute resolution
Certification
- Mediator Training Program, in accordance with the guidelines of the LGMASC and approved by the IMASC via Official Letter No. 3064/2025. Alinea Centro de Mediación. November 2025.
- Certificate in Oil & Gas Translation. ISETI. December 2024.
- Certificate in Maritime Law. Centro Universitario de Estudios Jurídicos. August 2020.
EXTRAACADEMIC AND COMUNITARY ACTIVITIES
Chinese Language Courses (Mandarin) ITESM Monterrey Campus. Monterrey, N.L. (180 hours) January 2005 – Mayo 2007. Beijing Language and Culture University. Beijing, China (40 hours) May 2006 - June 2006. Member of Boards Directors of PROTEC. Gratuitous Legal Consultant's office, Monterrey Tech. Position: Direction of Legal Investigation. January 1999 - May 1999. Chinese Language Courses (Mandarin) ITESM Monterrey Campus. Monterrey, N.L. (180 hours) January 2005 – Mayo 2007. Beijing Language and Culture University. Beijing, China (40 hours) May 2006 - June 2006. Member of Boards Directors of PROTEC. Gratuitous Legal Consultant's office, Monterrey Tech. Position: Direction of Legal Investigation. January 1999 - May 1999.
LANGUAGES
Languages: Spanish (native), English (fluent), Chinese- mandarin (basic)
Timeline
Translator (English-Spanish)
Directum Translations
11.2014 - Current
Attorney-at-law
Olivas Franco
08.2014 - Current
Attorney-at-law
Romero Ramos, Quintanilla y Bortoni, S.C.
07.2009 - 07.2014
Attorney-at-law
Canales Zambrano y Asoc., S.C.
12.2006 - 05.2009
Attorney-at-law
Zebra Pen Manufacturera.
06.2006 - 12.2006
Attorney-at-law
PricewaterhouseCoopers.
12.2003 - 10.2005
Trade Analyst
Vystera, Visteon Planta Carplastic
02.2003 - 11.2003
International Negotiation Tutorial Professor
Virtual University, Monterrey Tech
01.2000 - 02.2003
Attorney at Law - undefined
Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Studies (ITESM)
Masters Program - International and Trade Law
Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Studies (ITESM)
UNIVERSITY TEACHING
- Professor of International Mercantile Contracts, ITESM. 2012 – 2013.
- Advisory Committee of the Bachelor of Law and Law and Finance. ITESM Monterrey Campus. 2010 – today.
PUBLICATIONS
Publication article at ITESM Legal Department Journal “Iustitia” May 2004. “An Intellectual Property comparison between Costa Rica and its basis for the integration of Latin America”.
AWARDS
- México Inc. Award. “Atravesando La Muralla” Second Place- Monterrey, N.L. February 2006. Granted by Coparmex, Youth Institute of Nuevo León and Nuevo León Government.
- Mezcal Exportation project., Monography Franco Montoro Award – Sao Paulo, Brazil June 2002. Granted by the Commerce, Industry, and Tourism Chamber Brazil – Mexico. Investigation work “The automotive sector as it bases for Brazil-Mexico integration”
SEMINARS
- Course of Energetic Law. Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Studies (ITESM) Mty, N.L., November, 2014.
- Seminar of Elaborating and Negotiating Contracts. Facultad Libre de Derecho de Monterrey, November, 2007.
- Seminar of International Businesses INEM Business Incubator of Monterrey. Monterrey, N.L., November, 2005.
- Various Courses in Foreign Trade: New Rules of General Character 2008-2009, May 2008; Reforms for your Foreign Trade 2008, February 2008; Customs Operations, March 2007; Foreign Trade Diagnosis 2007, February 2007; IMMEX New Decree 2006, November 2006; Foreign Trade Infractions and Sanctions, August 2006; Business Congress of Customs Operations and Foreign Trade, March 2005.