Shantel Waugh is a Director at Guinard & Noriega, where she serves as Supervisor of the Banking Contracts Department, with a focus on consumer banking. She has been part of the firm since 2016 and has over 15 years of professional experience in banking and real estate law.
Her professional approach is characterized by strong organization, rigorous deadline management, and risk prevention. She handles each matter with close attention to detail, anticipating potential issues and coordinating effectively with the various areas involved to ensure structured and efficient processes.
ACADEMIC BACKGROUND:
- LL.B. in Law and Political Science, Universidad Latina, 2011.
- Master’s Degree in Registry, Notarial, and Real Estate Law, Universidad Latina, 2018.
- Diploma in Finance for Non-Financial Professionals, Politécnico Superior de Colombia, 2025.
LANGUAGES:
- Spanish and English
EXPERIENCE:
Prior to joining the firm, she worked as an Attorney in the Banking Department at the law firm Vallarino, Vallarino & García-Maritano.
Shantel has experience in financing and security transactions, particularly in the drafting and review of mortgage agreements and registry documentation, follow-up before the Public Registry, and the resolution of legal issues, ensuring timely and secure closings. In addition, she has participated in asset transfer projects between banks.
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