Lina Velez, Esq.

Lina Velez, Esq.

I’m a transactional, corporate and finance attorney with over 12 years of experience in cross-border mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate governance, corporate finance, and project finance. With a focus on the United States and Latin America, I advise clients across various industries, including renewable energy, technology, transportation, infrastructure, financial services, healthcare, oil & gas, and consumer services.
Admitted to practice law in New York and Colombia, I possess a deep understanding of international legal frameworks and business environments. Having recently relocated from New York, where I practiced at prominent law firms, I am now honored to co-teach “Transactional Skills 1” at the University of Miami Law School.

Practice Areas

I have ample experience on M&A,
corporate and finance transactions,
specializing in cross-border matters with emphasis in Latin America.

Education

LL.M from NYU, as a Dean’s scholar – Class 2014
Financial Regulations Graduate Degree from Universidad de los Andes – Class of 2012
Law degree from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana – Class of 2011

Admission to Practice

New York (2015)
Colombia (2011)

Languages

Fluent in English and Spanish