Lucia Tamayo Del Portillo
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Bilingual attorney with 13 years of experience advising multinational organizations on commercial transactions and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in implementing compliance frameworks for M&A transactions. Expertise in collaborating with cross-functional teams to align legal strategies with business objectives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Professor of Commercial Law
Universidad de Los Andes
01.2020 - 08.2025
- Taught core commercial law concepts, enhancing students' understanding of contracts, corporate structures, and business transactions
- Designed and delivered course materials, fostering practical legal reasoning and business-oriented analysis skills in students
- Mentored students in legal writing, case analysis, and application of commercial law principles, improving their analytical and practical skills
- Strengthened ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to diverse audiences
Regional Legal Manager, Regulatory & Compliance (S-LATAM)
Deloitte Legal
08.2022 - 05.2025
- Acted as a key legal advisor to business teams across 8 jurisdictions, supporting commercial operations and strategic initiatives
- Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated agreements, including vendor, licensing, technology, and service contracts, to support business operations
- Designed and implemented compliance frameworks and internal policies to mitigate regulatory and operational risks
- Supported M&A and corporate transactions through due diligence, risk analysis, and post-closing integration to ensure compliance and operational continuity
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams (business, compliance, product) to align legal strategy with business goals, enhancing overall project effectiveness
Senior IP Counsel
ClarkeModet
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Advised clients on intellectual property strategies aligned with business objectives
- Supported contract negotiations for licensing and technology transfer agreements, enhancing transactional outcomes
- Conducted risk assessments for IP enforcement and portfolio management, identifying key vulnerabilities
Senior Regulatory Counsel
Khiron Life Sciences Corp.
12.2019 - 06.2021
- Developed and implemented company-wide compliance and data governance programs
- Advised internal stakeholders on regulatory compliance to align corporate operations and product strategy with legal requirements
- Supported internal investigations and managed responses to regulatory inquiries, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks
- Collaborated with leadership on risk mitigation strategies across multiple jurisdictions
Senior Associate, Patents
Lloreda Camacho & Co.
11.2013 - 07.2019
- Managed complex legal matters for multinational clients in highly regulated industries, ensuring compliance and mitigating legal risks
- Advised on risk, compliance, and dispute resolution strategies to enhance client decision-making and protect interests
- Coordinated with external stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams on high-impact matters, facilitating effective communication and collaboration
Education
LL.M. - U.S. & Transnational Law
University of Dayton
Dayton, OH12-2026
LL.M. - Intellectual Property & Competition Law
MIPLC
Munich, Germany 10-2016
Law Degree -
Universidad De Los Andes
Bogota, Colombia03-2012
Skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Compliance
- Regulatory advisory
- Contract management
- Contract negotiation
- Legal strategy development
- Risk management
- Legal analysis
- Legal advising
- Corporate governance
- Policy implementation
- Cross-functional support
Websites
Languages
- English
- Spanish, Native
- English, C1
Bar Admission
- California, Applicant, 02/01/27
- Colombia, Qualified Attorney
Timeline
Regional Legal Manager, Regulatory & Compliance (S-LATAM)
Deloitte Legal
08.2022 - 05.2025
Senior IP Counsel
ClarkeModet
06.2021 - 08.2022
Professor of Commercial Law
Universidad de Los Andes
01.2020 - 08.2025
Senior Regulatory Counsel
Khiron Life Sciences Corp.
12.2019 - 06.2021
Senior Associate, Patents
Lloreda Camacho & Co.
11.2013 - 07.2019
LL.M. - U.S. & Transnational Law
University of Dayton
LL.M. - Intellectual Property & Competition Law
MIPLC
Law Degree -
Universidad De Los Andes