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Manuel Mesquita

Head of Legal Corporate at Auchan Retail International

Manuel Mesquita is currently the Head of Legal Corporate at Auchan Retail International, overseeing corporate law for Auchan Holding and its subsidiaries, comprising over 350 entities. His responsibilities include managing corporate operations, governance, and day-to-day legal demands, ensuring compliance across the organization.

Manuel has extensive expertise in corporate law, governance, compliance, taxation, and real estate. He has been instrumental in significant corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and large-scale financial operations.

Earlier in his career, Manuel worked on financing and development projects, including €452 million for Grupo Generg’s wind farms and the Freeport Outlet Centre in Lisbon. His expertise spans tax claims, property law, and corporate finance, making him a key figure in complex legal operations for multinational organizations.

14:00–14:45 Panel

Thursday 12th December

Legal Tech Startups: The Hard Thing About Hard Things

Building a successful legal tech startup is no easy feat. From navigating complex regulations to securing funding and gaining traction in a highly competitive market, legal tech founders face a unique set of challenges. In this session, startup leaders and industry veterans share their experiences and hard-earned lessons on overcoming the toughest obstacles in the Legal tech space. Hear first-hand about the critical decisions, pivots, and strategies that helped them survive—and thrive—in a rapidly evolving industry.