Two distinguished woman lawyers from Reed Smith have been recognized in Latinvex's list of Latin America's Top 100 Female Lawyers, the international law firm announced. This year's Top 100 list highlights the top woman legal professionals specializing in Latin America. This year, Lee Ann Dillon and Rebeca Mosquera earned places among this elite group.
Lee Ann Dillon – Banking & Finance
Lee Ann Dillon, a partner in Reed Smith's Financial Industry Group, was acknowledged for her exceptional work in banking and finance. Based in New York, Dillon is a leading lawyer in the leveraged finance practice. She represents arrangers, agents, trustees, lenders and borrowers across a broad spectrum of corporate finance transactions. Her practice includes secured and unsecured lending arrangements, leveraged, investment-grade and acquisition financings, project financings, cross-border and multi-currency financings, and debt restructurings and recapitalizations. Dillon is regularly retained for transactions involving parties in Latin America, showcasing her significant impact and influence in the region.
The broad spectrum of transactions she handles makes her a leading lawyer in leveraged finance, particularly for transactions involving parties in Latin America.
Rebeca Mosquera – Arbitration & Litigation
Rebeca Mosquera, a senior associate with Reed Smith's international arbitration practice in New York, was recognized for her outstanding contributions to arbitration and litigation. Dual-qualified in the Republic of Panama and New York, Mosquera brings a decade of experience in international arbitration. Her background includes significant work in renewable energy and oil & gas, particularly from her tenure at Shell Oil (Alaska). Additionally, she has extensive experience in the infrastructure, construction, technology, real estate and telecommunications industries. Mosquera regularly represents clients in international disputes under the rules of the ICC, ICDR, ICSID, UNCITRAL, the AAA, and ad hoc proceedings.
Rebeca Mosquera's dual qualification in Panama and New York significantly enriches her practice in international arbitration. It provides her with a broader legal perspective, enhances her credibility and equips her with the strategic, regulatory and cultural tools necessary to excel in the complex field of international arbitration. In July 2024, Rebeca became president of Arbitral Woman.
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