Larissa Leal Páez is an international lawyer specialising in Ocean governance and the Law of the Sea. Her work focuses on international legal research, policy analysis, and the development of legal frameworks aimed at strengthening the protection and governance of the Ocean.

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She is a Mexican-qualified lawyer and holds an LL.M. from the University of Cambridge, where she specialized in international law and served as General Editor of the Cambridge International Law Journal. During her studies, she explored the intersections of international dispute resolution, global governance, and the economic dimensions of regulatory systems.

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Prior to joining Ocean Vision Legal, Larissa interned at the United Nations Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea (DOALOS). Earlier in her career, she gained over five years of legal experience working on cross-border transactions and regulatory matters at international and domestic law firms in Mexico.

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Originally from Mexico, Larissa grew up near one of the world’s most biodiverse marine regions, an experience that sparked her interest in the role of international law in protecting marine ecosystems and strengthening global ocean governance. Larissa lives in Mexico and enjoys spending time outdoors, particularly playing tennis, swimming, and kayaking. She is also a passionate reader and a great admirer of literature.