About Carlos Treistman

Carlos Treistman brings more than three decades of experience to Crossroads Impact Corp., where he serves as general counsel. Treistman joined the company in 2021 and has helped the company’s growth through major transactions.

Throughout his career, Treistman has acted as the key relationship partner for major multinational clients, including global oil and gas, private equity and technology companies. As well, Treistman worked with U.S. and foreign companies in industries including power, mining, real estate, transportation and telecommunications. He also represented clients in cross-border mergers and acquisitions; privatizations; joint ventures; infrastructure development projects; and private equity transactions.

Treistman, a fluent Spanish speaker, also has counseled clients in nearly every country in Latin America, where he has a deep understanding of the nuances of handling business transactions in the region. He established and led the Latin America practices for three AmLaw 100 firms and founded and served as head of the corporate and finance practice for one of these firms. Treistman also was a founder and managing partner of the Houston office of an international law firm, leading the company’s efforts in the city – one of the nation’s most dynamic business markets. All of these firms grew to critical mass and gained prominence during his tenure.

Chambers Global, Chambers Latin America and Chambers USA have consistently recognized Treistman for his experience in cross-border M&A, Latin America investments and other international transactions, noting his “wealth of experience in the energy sector” and “great knowledge and ability to translate between cultures.” Chambers client sources describe him as “great to work with as he is not just a knowledgeable legal partner but also a good business partner” and “very hard working.”