Gabriela Alvarez-Avila
PartnerEXPERIENCE
- English
- Spanish
- French
- J.D., Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
- LL.M., University of Geneva
- Ph.D., University of Geneva Graduate Institute of International Law
Awards
Pro Bono
Gabriela is a founding member of the Board of Abogadas MX and regularly participates in their scholarship program. This non-profit association aims to support women in law, so that they may function in a professional, safe and inclusive environment, by promoting their leadership in the legal profession.
Publications
Seminars
- Speaker, "Is the Mexican Judicial Reform a denial of Justice under the FET and MST?," Institute of Legal Research, (May 21, 2025)
- Panelist, "Renewable energy projects and arbitration: diverging paths in the Americas," International Arbitration Day, London International Disputes Week (LIDW) Conference, (June 2, 2025)
Media Mentions
- Mentioned, "Top Female Lawyers: The Standout Firms," Latinvex, (October 10, 2024)
- Mentioned, "Mexicans Elect Ruling Party Candidate for the Presidency in Consolidation of Power," Law.com, (June 3, 2024)
- Mentioned, "AMLO confuses USMCA chapter in dispute with the US and Canada," Reforma, (July 28, 2022)
Prior Experience
Before joining DLA Piper, Gabriela practiced at several major law firms in Mexico City and Geneva, Switzerland. She additionally served as senior counsel at the ICSID and a Spanish multinational financial services company.
Teaching Experience
- Adjunct Professor, International Arbitration, Centro de Investigación y Docencia Económica (CIDE)
- Adjunct Professor, Commercial Post Graduate Program, Escuela Libre de Derecho
Memberships