Miguel Agustín Verde Cassou
Alvarado, Veracruz
Summary
With a robust background at the Port of Veracruz, I excel in legal research and team collaboration, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks. My achievements include developing comprehensive compliance programs and leading successful negotiations, reflecting my expertise in contractual review and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Legal Director
Port of Veracruz
01.2023 - Current
- Provided ongoing legal training to staff members, promoting a culture of compliance within the organization.
- Developed comprehensive compliance programs to minimize corporate risk and maintain regulatory compliance.
- Oversaw internal investigations into alleged misconduct or breaches of policy to maintain ethical standards throughout the company.
- Negotiated favorable settlements in high-stakes cases, saving company resources and protecting reputations.
- Implemented effective risk management strategies that reduced exposure to costly litigation or regulatory penalties.
- Achieved favorable outcomes in challenging cases by applying deep knowledge of statutes, regulations, case law, and persuasive advocacy skills.
- Fostered strong relationships with key stakeholders such as regulators, industry peers, community leaders through proactive communication efforts.
- Managed a team of attorneys to ensure timely completion of legal projects and efficient allocation of resources.
- Established and maintained effective legal document management systems, ensuring easy access to critical information for all team members.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to provide expert advice on legal matters, reducing potential liabilities.
- Coordinated with external counsel on specialized areas of law, ensuring seamless representation while minimizing costs for the organization.
- Enhanced legal department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
- Introduced cost-saving measures within the legal department by optimizing workflows and leveraging technology advancements in the field.
- Drafted and reviewed various types of contracts and agreements, safeguarding the interests of the organization in all business dealings.
- Resolved complex legal disputes for clients through effective negotiation strategies and litigation tactics.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
- Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
- Advised executive leadership on strategic decision-making from a legal perspective, contributing to overall company success.
- Spearheaded corporate governance initiatives that increased transparency and accountability across the organization.
- Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to top management.
- Worked with legislators to assist in drafting Ports legislation and enforcement procedures by offering insights as law practitioner.
- Minimized risk exposure through careful advice on business operations and strategic plans.
Head of Corporate and Contracts Department
Port of Veracruz
02.2016 - Current
- Developed strong relationships through clear communication and proactive problem-solving strategies.
- Coordinated with external legal counsel as needed for complex negotiations or disputes, protecting the organization''s interests at all times.
- Streamlined contract processes by implementing efficient management tools and systems.
- Reduced potential legal risks by identifying and addressing contractual gaps and discrepancies.
- Provided insightful recommendations on risk mitigation strategies related to contractual matters, supporting informed decision-making processes within the organization.
- Participated in strategic planning initiatives to align contracting activities with broader organizational objectives.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, applying this expertise to minimize legal liabilities in contracts.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion and maintained strict confidentiality throughout all stages of the contracting process.
- Trained junior team members on contract management best practices, fostering a knowledgeable and skilled workforce.
- Resolved contractual issues promptly through effective negotiation tactics and collaborative problem-solving approaches.
- Conducted post-award contract reviews to evaluate performance metrics and identify areas for improvement in future agreements.
- Assisted other teams in crafting competitive proposals that adhered to legal requirements while meeting the company needs.
- Implemented effective tracking systems to monitor contract performance, ensuring timely renewals and renegotiation's when needed.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure contracts met organizational goals and requirements.
- Analyzed industry trends to stay ahead of changes in contracting methods or regulations that could impact the organization''s operations.
- Increased efficiency in contract administration by creating standardized templates for various types of agreements.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of contracts, prioritizing tasks based on urgency, complexity, and business impact.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms for the organization, resulting in cost savings and increased profitability.
- Developed and maintained a comprehensive contract database, ensuring easy access to vital information for internal stakeholders.
- Monitored contracts' performance to detect non-compliance with terms and deficient returns and organize proactive resolutions.
- Tracked contracts for management and issued regular tracking reports covering current status and upcoming milestones.
- Onboarded and trained new staff to keep team efficient and prepare team members to effectively handle demands of simultaneous and large-scale contracts.
- Enhanced company compliance with contractual obligations by conducting thorough reviews and assessments.
- Compiled required documentation to keep contracts compliant with Public Works Law, and Public Procurement Law requirements.
- Mitigated business risks by analyzing contracts' potential impacts and avoiding unfavorable terms.
- Analyzed new laws and regulations to identify required changes and proactively adjust systems.
- Interpreted contact terms and coordinated solutions to resolve disputes between clients and service providers.
- Negotiated and administered leasing and service contracts for the company.
- Negotiated and administered contracts for the provision of port and related services, partial transfer of rights and storage for the company.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
- Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
- Analyzed deeds of trust to verify grantor, grantee, trustee and loan amounts for executive leadership.
Contracts Coordinator
Port of Veracruz
06.2013 - Current
- Facilitated successful renewal negotiations, analyzing expiring contracts to determine optimal terms based on current market conditions.
- Bolstered cross-functional collaboration efforts, serving as the liaison between legal, finance, procurement, and operational teams during contract development stages.
- Mitigated potential disputes through proactive issue resolution and open communication channels with vendors throughout the contracting process.
- Guided junior team members in best practices for contract administration.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the Contracts Coordination team by soliciting feedback from internal stakeholders, evaluating performance metrics, and implementing targeted process enhancements.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory guidelines and company policies through meticulous contract review and modification procedures.
- Successfully negotiated favorable terms for the organization by conducting thorough research and analysis of supplier proposals.
- Addressed contract disputes and provided advice and guidance to resolve issues.
- Adhered to legal and contractual requirements for compliant contract processes.
- Facilitated communication between involved parties to enable timely contract sign-off.
- Streamlined operations by developing and implementing improved contract management processes.
- Oversaw contracts for over three different departments using both manual and automated strategies.
- Developed training materials to unify contract management processes and procedures.
- Negotiated and reviewed contracts to protect company interests.
- Assessed risks inherent in contract changes and potential impacts, informing management in detail of concerns to avoid liabilities.
- Created solicitation packages and conducted thorough research for each bid.
- Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
- Kept high average of performance evaluations.
- Improved risk management strategies by performing regular audits of executed contracts, identifying areas for improvement and corrective action.
- Expedited contract approvals by creating a streamlined process for routing documents to appropriate parties.
Senior Legal Analyst
Port of Veracruz
01.2012 - Current
- Provided comprehensive support to senior attorneys, enabling them to focus on high-priority tasks and cases.
- Enhanced legal department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new case management software.
- Delivered impactful training sessions on relevant regulations for internal stakeholders, promoting company-wide adherence to laws and guidelines.
- Counseled business units regarding regulatory compliance matters, reducing incidents of non-compliance across the organization.
- Managed complex legal projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery of work products.
- Developed a strong reputation as an expert in corporate compliance matters within the organization.
- Drafted clear and concise policy materials which improved company-wide understanding of regulatory requirements.
- Mentored junior analysts, creating a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the legal department.
- Supported case preparation by interpreting laws, rulings and regulations.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
- Analyzed deeds of trust to verify grantor, grantee, trustee and loan amounts for executive leadership.
Junior Legal Analyst
Public Notary No. 7
01.2011 - 12.2011
- Trained team members on best practices for maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information while adhering to privacy laws.
- Developed strong working relationships with regulators by proactively addressing their concerns and demonstrating commitment to compliance efforts.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Resolved complex legal issues through thorough analysis of case law, statutes, and regulations.
- Handled clerical duties and provided first-level response to phone calls and correspondence.
- Managed contract review process, resulting in reduced liability risks for the organization.
- Compiled and edited contracts and policies.
- Contributed to the development of risk management strategies by identifying potential legal pitfalls in business operations.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
- Balanced multiple projects and prioritized those with highest potential.
- Assisted with employment law matters, such as drafting employee policies and providing counsel on workplace disputes, resulting in a more harmonious work environment.
- Drafted clear and concise policies, procedures, and guidelines that promoted organizational compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
Education
Master of Business - Law
Universidad Anahuac
Mexico City, Mexico08-2025
Bachelor - Law
Universidad Villarica
Boca Del Rio, Veracruz, Mexico11-2011
Skills
- Real Estate Transaction Coordination
- Advanced Legal Research
- Contractual Review Expertise
- Data Privacy Compliance
- Negotiation and Resolution Skills
- Labor Law Expertise
- Litigation Oversight
- Corporate Compliance Oversight
- Mergers and acquisitions
- International law
- Insurance Legal Expertise
- Risk Mitigation Strategies
- Effective Time Management
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Team building
Accomplishments
During the time that I have acted as Deputy Legal Director,
we have managed to transform the legal instruments that celebrate the company, minimizing risks in all matters in which
we perform, we have also managed to devise new types of contracts that have allowed the development of the company's business ideas company, which although it is a public limited company variable, has a duality as a regular company and a government owned company as it is a company with majority state participation, so our actions is always questioned and audited, however at the moment we have managed to maintain a state of zero observations, this thanks to the correct and normative development of the activities carried out.
Languages
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Certification
- Microsoft Office Specialist, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint Certifications – Microsoft Corporation.
- Bachelor's Degree in Legal Studies or Related Field – Higher Education Institutions.
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Deputy Legal Director
Port of Veracruz
01.2023 - Current
Head of Corporate and Contracts Department
Port of Veracruz
02.2016 - Current
Contracts Coordinator
Port of Veracruz
06.2013 - Current
Senior Legal Analyst
Port of Veracruz
01.2012 - Current
Junior Legal Analyst
Public Notary No. 7
01.2011 - 12.2011
Master of Business - Law
Universidad Anahuac
Bachelor - Law
Universidad Villarica
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