Sonia I. Torres Pabón
PartnerHead of the White Collar and Corporate Investigations Group in the Puerto Rico Office
US-LatAm Practice Group Regional Co-Leader, White Collar
"A reputable and trusted lawyer. "
About
With over 25 years of experience as an attorney, Sonia has successfully represented companies and individuals investigated or charged with white collar crime. She also assists companies navigating complex compliance issues, and has conducted hundreds of internal investigations for companies in LATAM and PR.
CourtsUnited States District Court for the District of Puerto RicoUnited States Court of Appeals for the First CircuitSupreme Court of the United States
EXPERIENCE
As a former federal prosecutor Sonia has a unique understanding of the regulatory landscape, an advantage she leverages while conducting thorough internal investigations across Latin America and Puerto Rico. This experience is invaluable in defending companies against charges like bribery, FCPA violations, and other financial crimes, where her prosecutorial insight often makes a decisive difference.
Languages
- Spanish
- English
Education
- J.D., Inter American University of Puerto Rico 1986 cum laude
- J.D., Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico 1990
Awards
Seminars
- Speaker, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Esat Coast White Collar Seminar (2023)
Prior Experience
- Naval Judge Advocate, Former Chief of the Criminal Division for the United States Attorney’s Office in the District of Puerto Rico
Memberships And Affiliations
- American College of Trial Attorneys
- Women’s White Collar Defense Association
- Federal Bar Association- PR
Connect
Phone
+1 787 945 9120
(Work, San Juan)
Location
San Juan
Edificio Ochoa, Suite 401
500 Calle de la Tanca
San Juan
Puerto Rico
00901-1969
Puerto Rico
