Banking, Finance and Capital Markets
Bogota, Colombia+1 other location
- Barranquilla, Colombia
others
Juan Fernando Gaviria; Hernando Padilla; Claudia Barrero
‘The team is capable of perfectly understanding the structure of our company, being able to negotiate any issue from our perspective as necessary, without us having to explain the business details.’
‘The team led by Juan Fernando Gaviria is wonderful. We highly value its practicality. It is capable of being impartial in any discussion and always makes weighty arguments.’
‘It is a very committed team, always available to the client. It is also a team with a high technical level and great abilities when negotiating.’
‘Lawyers are very committed to business and available at all times.’
Goldman Sachs
JP Morgan
Bancolombia
Banco Davivienda
Banco Santander
Credit Suisse, Cayman Islands Branch
Financiera de Desarrollo Nacional
Societé de Promotion et de Participacion pour la Cooperation Economique (Proparco)
QMC Telecom Group
Deutsche Bank
International Finance Corporation (IFC)
Interamerican Development Bank (IDB)
Banco de Desarrollo de América Latina (CAF)
Martín Acero; Juan Carlos Rocha; Claudia Barrero; Felipe Cuberos; Hernando Padilla; Nicolás Tirado
‘It is very important to have specialised lawyers committed to corporate issues and company reorganisation processes, who have all the resources (lawyers, tax experts, etc.), so that they can offer their customers a comprehensive service, as is the case with PPU.’
‘The team’s approach to clients is agile, responsive, and due to its way of working as a team, allows relevant issues to have direct line of contact with the heads of the area, who are aware of the development of the advice they have provided to us.’
‘The corporate and M&A team adds value through its partners’ special knowledge of the culture and ways of doing business in China; knowledge that, as our parent company is based in China, represents an invaluable comparative advantage over other law firms.’
‘Martín Acero provides personalised attention, obviously accompanied by his team, and gives us greater reliability in all aspects of the process. We highlight the personal and professional qualities of Mr Acero, his knowledge and management of the issues, as well as his professionalism.’
‘Nicolás Tirado, is effective, agile and, as a result, the entry of our company into the country was obtained in record time.’
‘We highlight the team for its extensive knowledge of the legislation but also for its ability to act strategically with risk mitigation. Lawyers are extremely technically qualified with extensive business knowledge. We consider PPU as a business partner of extreme relevance for the continuity of our local business.’
‘In terms of innovation, PPU has collaborated in making our contracts more accessible to our clients, ensuring legal regularity. It also supports us with simplified due diligence for greater business security, risk mapping and rapid action.’
‘PPU lawyers are differentiated by strengths such as: knowledge of the business; ability to quickly assess risks in an initial look at the cases; ability to work closely with the client’s business and then act as if they were inside the business; and extremely competent and available for support.’
Alpha Capital and Vive Créditos Kusida
Siemens
Quelaris Internacional
United Parcel Service Co (UPS)
Talma Servicios Aeroportuarios
Fondo de Capital Privado Colombian Infrastructure Equity Fund
Burger King Corporation
Ferro Limited and Gema de Inversiones
Grupo Energía Bogotá
Pepsico Alimentos
HPX Corporation
Alpha Holding
Cititrust Colombia
Nestlé
Grupo Argos
Alpha Holding
Goldman Sachs & Co
Fondo de Capital Privado CIEF
Inversiones Kaufmann
Héctor Hernández; Julio César González
‘The PPU team is composed of lawyers at various levels of seniority and has the necessary number of lawyers to handle complex cases, which is very useful compared to other practices.’
‘The PPU team is made up of lawyers with excellent professional and personal qualities. They have extensive legal knowledge and extensive experience in litigation of all kinds.’
‘Compared to other firms, PPU’s litigation team has a transparent practice that adheres to the ethical and disciplinary codes of the profession. They have very good response times and its deliverables are always impeccable.’
‘PPU has a team that is not only expert in the legal issues it handles, but that also possesses sufficient skills to immerse itself in the operation of the client in a short time. The team gets to know and understand the client’s business, adjusting and designing its advice in a more appropriate and efficient way.’
‘Julio César González and Santiago Cruz Mantilla both demonstrate strategic and agile vision.’
Huawei Technologies Colombia
CFMoto Pasión por Colombia
Megger Group
Cárdenas Marketing Network
Thule
Odín Grupo de Energía (in reorganización)
Biomax Biocombustibles
Zipasabana
Centro Comercial Santafe Propiedad Horizontal
Urbinar (in liquidation)
Sandra Manrique
‘The team supports us on the day-to-day issues of a marketer. It understands that our relationship is more of a marathon than a sprint. In this sense, the fee proposals are designed to preserve the relationship and to be able to work together. It is a very good team that knows the energy industry in depth.’
‘Associate Juan Pablo Gutiérrez is an excellent professional. Very transparent in his advice about what can or cannot be done. Also, very timely in his responses.’
‘We value the team for its knowledge and experience in the energy sector, quick responses, appropriate and accurate criteria and understanding of client needs.’
‘Sandra Manrique has a lot of experience in the energy sector. She is assertive, fast, possesses great judgment and has very good negotiation skills.’
‘Associate Juan Pablo Gutiérrez knows the sector, provides quick responses and demonstrates good judgment. He understands the client’s needs very well.’
‘Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría is a firm with the highest standards and is at the forefront of all trends.’
‘They are the best advisors in oil and gas in the country. They are remarkably skilled, particularly Sandra Manrique and associate Johanna Cajigas, who are the best.’
Shell Exploration & Production Colombia
Ingredion
Oleoducto Bicentenario
Oleoducto de los Llanos Orientales
Entoria Energy Colombia
Trina Solar Colombia
Vitol Energía
Corporación Soluciones Energéticas Integrales
Surtidora de Gas del Caribe Empresa de Servicios Públicos
Cenit Transporte y Logística de Hidrocarburos
CerroMatoso – South32 Energy
Gramalote Colombia
Mineros Aluvial
Ultracem
Minera de Cobre Quebradona
Conexpe
AngloGold Ashanti
Juan Manuel Ruiseco & Cía
Frontier Next
Mineros
Luis Fernando Macias
‘The PPU team embodies professionalism, commitment and experience, among other virtues. Therefore, its work for our company is remarkable and we prefer it over other firms for this reason.’
‘The team demonstrates its commitment to legal issues that need to be resolved urgently by always being available for inquiries. Associate María Alejandra Gómez and Luis Fernando Macías have extensive knowledge of current environmental regulations, which is available to us as clients at all times.’
‘Associate Ivan Paez is an expert in environmental matters, who is always willing to serve clients, issuing correct and in-depth advice on issues submitted for his consideration. His willingness and advice on all matters entrusted to him is incredible. An exceptional person and an invaluable professional.’
‘We value the team for its lawyers’ kindness and disposition to support the client, especially associate Alexander Acosta.’
Mansarovar Energy Colombia
Concesionaria Vial del Oriente
Grupo Prodeco
Interconexión Eléctrica (ISA)
Sociedad Aeroportuaria de la Costa (SACSA)
Concesionaria Férrea de Occidente (CFRO)
Inversiones Alcabama
Almacenes Éxito
ALO Sur
Opain
Manufacturas Eliot
Bayer
Colinagro
Jorge Di Terlizzi; Juan Fernando Gaviria; Hernando Padilla; Carlos Padilla
‘PPU is an ally characterised by its great competitiveness with other big-name firms. It houses a complete and specialised team — both in projects and in other areas — and it provides comprehensive service through physical and technological means.’
‘It fully meets our expectations as clients; it leads us to obtain results based on the strategies and leadership of its collaborators.’
‘It is a team with a high technical level and great negotiation skills.’
‘PPU lawyers provide security to us as clients, due to their kindness, personal qualities, and knowledge and experience in the different legal issues. Clear examples are illustrious partners, such as Jorge Di Terlizzi, or associate Camilo Forero —professionals in every sense.’
‘Lawyers are always available to answer queries.’
‘We value the team for its kindness, the quality of time delivered to the client, its completion of work with excellent presentation and quality, knowledge of the topics, and permanent availability.’
John Laing Group
Grupo Aeroportuario del Caribe
Concesionaria Ruta del Cacao
Cintra Global
Vinci Highways/Vinci Concessions
Constructora Conconcreto
Acciona Concesiones
China Harbour Engineering Corporation
Idestra
Fondo de Capital Privado Colombia Infrastructure Equity Fund
Goldman Sachs
JP Morgan
Banco Santander
Deutsche Bank
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG)
SMBC
Societe Generale
Credit Agricole – Ca CiB
Siemens Financial Services
Financiera de Desarrollo Nacional
Bancolombia
Banco Davivienda
Cititrust Colombia Sociedad Fiduciaria
IFC
BID Invest
CAF
Martín Acero; Carolina Rozo; Héctor Ramírez
‘The team is creative and makes use of all possible resources. Lawyers manage a broad level of knowledge of legislation from other countries.’
‘The team seeks the best for its clients. There’s always a solution.’
Organización Ardila Lulle
Grupo Energía Bogotá
Cepsa Sucursal Colombia
Procaps
Fiduciaria de Occidente
Jaramillo Mora
Kuehne Nagel
Terranum
Carvajal Propiedades e Inversiones
Auteco and Auteco Mobility
Claudia Barrero; Hernando Padilla; Juan Fernando Gaviria
Bolsa de Valores de Colombia
Bolsa de Comercio de Santiago, Bolsa de Valores
Grupo BVL
Fondo de Capital Privado Colombia Infrastructure Equity Fund
Diego Cardona
‘Competition law has taken on a special significance in business practices, so we must be permanently well advised on these issues. For several years now, the PPU team has always been immediately available for our inquiries and requirements, and we are highly satisfied with their advice.’
‘Diego Cardona provides personalised and diligent attention. The firm is composed of partners with extensive knowledge and excellent human qualities, which greatly facilitates interaction with our organisation.’
‘We value the team for its kindness and closeness. Lawyers are empathetic with the client, they understand the problem and they study the case in detail.’
‘We value Diego Cardona for the quality of his work.’
‘The team is very attuned to the needs of multinationals.’
‘Diego Cardona is very practical and gives clear legal advice. Unlike many lawyers, he is comfortable advising clients in uncertain and changing environments.’
Visa International Service Association
Yumbo Limpio
RCN Televisión
Sociedad Portuaria Regional de Cartagena
Canacol Energy
Aramco (Saudi Aramco)
LSF11 Skyscraper HoldCo (MBCC Group)
Grupo Energía Bogotá
Sociedad Aeroportuaria de la Costa
Mediterranean Shipping Company
Héctor Hernández; Julio César González
‘The PPU team is quite competent, clearing up doubts and taking action with the required proactivity and efficiency. As a client, I feel safe and well represented by the team.’
‘The firm’s lawyers have great professionalism, are always attentive to the needs of the case, and always have a strategy to deal with the case.’
‘Associate Juan Sebastián Arias seemed to me very clear in his advice.’
‘We appreciate the team for the quality of its work, promptness and good command of English.’
‘Varied experience in different forms of dispute resolution (domestic litigation, domestic arbitration, international arbitration). Good command of English.’
‘Héctor Hernández is supremely attentive to our affairs, while associates Santiago Cruz Mantilla and Juan Sebastián Arias are excellent lawyers.’
Huawei Technologies Colombia
CFMoto Pasión por Colombia
Megger Group
Cárdenas Marketing Network
Thule
Odín Grupo de Energía (in reorganisation)
Biomax Biocombustibles
Zipasabana
Centro Comercial Santafe Propiedad Horizontal
Urbinar (in liquidation)
Carolina Porras
‘It is a team that knows the area of practice quite well and that is committed to the client. In addition to its excellent performance levels, it provides strong client service.’
‘Lawyers stand out for their knowledge, customer service, awareness of the relevant issues, and proactivity in each matter.’
‘The greatest strength of the team is its human and professional quality when it comes to addressing the challenges of our organisation.’
‘It is a team dedicated to providing the best customer service possible. It is positioned as one of the best teams for labour law in Colombia, especially among full-service firms. It provides newsflashes, which are extremely useful and give insight into legislative changes and how they can affect businesses.’
‘The team is comprised primarily of women, led by partner Carolina Porras and her lead associates María José Rondón and Isabella Huertas. They are extremely knowledgeable lawyers with extensive experience in all areas of law, including administrative, judicial and day-to-day consultations.’
‘What makes this practice unique is its combination of experience and technical knowledge, which allows them to provide innovative and effective solutions to their clients.’
‘The firm is very skilled at working as a team, co-ordinating and collaborating with other professionals and experts in different areas to provide comprehensive advice. In general, I believe that the firm compares favourably with other firms, thanks to its personalised and client-oriented approach.’
‘Lawyers are up-to-date on the latest trends and changes in labour laws and regulations, which allows them to offer solid and reliable legal advice. They also understand that each client is unique, which is why they strive to provide high-quality, personalised service that is tailored to each client’s needs.’
Alpha Holding
Relx
Trust Law
Alexion Pharma
Red Bull Colombia
Development Alternatives (DAI Global)
Uvi Tech Colombia
Abbott Laboratories de Colombia
Beat Rideapp Colombia
Carco
BRC Ratings – S&P Global Sociedad Calificadora de Valores
Special Tribunal for Peace (JEP)
KPMG Advisory, Tax & Legal
Juan Carlos Rocha
‘The team stands out for its in-depth knowledge of the applicable regulations and developments in jurisprudence, with permanent alerts and updates to clients on the matters that clients are most interested in. The team is well formed and shows a permanent willingness to deal with customer issues.’
‘Juan Carlos Rocha is an excellent lawyer who knows his clients’ business, which allows him to advise with innovation and legal creativity. Associate Jaime Ramírez is an excellent strategist and knowledgeable about real estate and urban planning issues.’
‘The team is led by Juan Carlos Rocha, who is highly respected in the market and possesses extensive knowledge and experience. He is permanently involved in the matters that we entrust to him and is always next to his team during all the consultancies.’
‘The team provides excellent and efficient legal advice, which is tailored to the interests of the client.’
‘A large office that is characterised by its ability to provide — across multiple sectors — all possible legal solutions necessary to clients. In our opinion, Juan Carlos Rocha stands out in the market because, despite his high role in PPU, he continues to serve his clients directly.’
‘The assigned professionals are competent, expert, fast and precise in their responses and analysis, with a high level of knowledge in their subject.’
‘Lawyers stand out for their unique background, their assertiveness in analysis, total dedication to the client and their ability to achieve results, particularly Juan Carlos Rocha.’
Carvajal Propiedades e Inversiones
Fondo de Capital Privado Fondo Inmobiliario Colombia (FIC)
Gramalote Colombia
Anglogold Ashanti / Minera de Cobre Quebradona
Grupo Energía Bogotá
Ripley Internacional
Fondo de Inversión Colectiva Inmobiliaria Sirenta
Bavaria & CIA
Uriel Renovables
Alvarez Velez
Juan Carlos Forero; Pamela Alarcón
‘It is a very dynamic team, with lots of knowledge at all levels, organised and familiar with all the issues that we handle. Response times are immediate; lawyers resolve the issues very quickly and provide us with solutions. An excellent work team.’
‘Pamela Alarcón is always available to solve our needs. In addition to being an excellent person, she has an incredible ability to permeate her team with positive management.’
Adelante Soluciones Financieras (Addi)
Organización Terpel
Procaps
Diana Corporación
Oxígenos de Colombia
Accenture
Cochlear Colombia
Despegar Colombia
Amadeus TI Group
Sociedad Aeroportuaria de la Costa
Husqvarna Colombia
Tiffany & Co
Carboquímica
Subway Systems Colombia
Compañía Electríca Sochagota
CI Acepalma
Plexa
Federación Nacional De Cultivadores De Palma De Aceite (Fedepalma)
Vigia Servicio Especial
Zurich Colombia Seguros
Gramalote
Canal Extensia América
Mauricio Patiño; Gerardo Flórez
‘I believe that PPU’s intellectual property practice area is unique in that it provides added value and is always willing to go the extra mile for clients.’
‘Director Camilo Suárez is a lawyer with extensive technical knowledge. He is a great negotiator with great writing skills. The advice provided by Camilo has made it possible to fully comply with the company’s objectives. Complies satisfactorily with each of the tasks assigned.’
‘We value the team’s quick responses and impeccable customer service. Excellent approach to the problem. Willingness to negotiate rates and adjust to customer needs. Extensive knowledge of the subjects covered, from the point of view of regulation and background.’
‘Lawyers are attentive and listen carefully to needs. Director Camilo Suárez and associate María Luisa Santacruz are always willing to assist us, proposing fast, concrete, and business-oriented solutions, which provide for excellent legal strategies for the defence, expansion and maintenance of our IP portfolio.’
‘Lawyers are excellent business allies articulating IP issues. Mauricio Patiño and Gerardo Florez provide excellent support.’
La Rayada
Societé Des Produits Nestlé
Kirkland & Ellis LLP / Delta Airlines
Mercado Libre
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosatti / Spotify
Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
Moderna
Despegar Colombia
Ferrari
Compañía Colombiana de Cerámica
Martín Acero; Carolina Rozo; Héctor Ramírez
Cartones América
Under Armour
United Parcel Service of America
Sociedad Portuaria Regional de Cartagena
Manufacturas Eliot
Coliseo Live
Alpha Capital
Gestión de Servicios Globales
Builder Commerce Colombia
Bacardí Martini
Mauricio Patiño; Gerado Flórez
McDermott Will & Emery / Google
Brinsa
Skeletal Dynamics
Inversiones Glu Vape
Amgen USA
Dasa Diagnostics
Plastilene
Productos Ramos
Jorge Di Terlizzi; Carlos Padilla
‘They have an interdisciplinary team that, in addition to public law, can provide support on any area of law that a company requires. Great commitment to work and depth in the results.’
‘The relationship with the client is very good, based on respect, timely attention and depth of knowledge of the issues.’
‘We recommend the group for its transfer of knowledge to the client in an empathetic and effective way. Also for its timely advice and strategy development.’
China Harbour Engineering Corporation
Idestra
Grupo Aeroportuario del Caribe (Barranquilla Airport Concessionaire)
Sociedad Aeroportuaria del Caribe (Cartagena Airport Concessionaire)
Sociedad Portuaria Regional de Barranquilla
Concesionaria Ruta del Cacao
Cintra Infraestructuras and Cintra Global
Vinci Highways and Vinci Concessions
Constructora Conconcreto
Acciona Concesiones
Mercantil Colpatria
Servicios Postales Nacionales
Rebeca Herrera
‘The team that attends to us is very professional and is trained to resolve concerns. Communication is effective, either through emails or calls.’
‘Lawyers are professionals who respond on time and are always available when needed. We highlight Rebecca Herrera.’
‘The insurance team is exceptional; its professionalism and extensive knowledge on the subject stands out. Its advice and actions are quite accurate.’
‘Counsel Rebeca Herrera is an incomparable professional; she has extensive experience and knowledge in the field, her advice is always more than satisfactory.’
‘We highlight the team’s interdisciplinary management in such a way that it allows a comprehensive response to the client’s requests. Excellent levels of service and quality in response.’
‘Lawyers demonstrate good disposition and service and provide clarity in their responses.’
Mapfre Colombia Seguros Generales
Protección Agropecuaria Compañía de Seguros
Oneglobal Broking
BMS Group
Financiera de Desarrollo Nacional
Ecopetrol
ACH Colombia
Segurexpo de Colombia (Aseguradora de Crédito y Comercio Exterior0)
XL Insurance Company
Axa XL
Martín Acero; Diego Cardona; Mauricio Patiño
‘The team has extensive expertise in the area, not only from the perspective of an external advisor, but also with the experience that the team brings from having worked in the public sector that regulates TMT.’
‘We value the team for the availability and sensitivity with which they deal with issues.’
Goldman Sachs
Visa
Nokia Solutions and Networks Colombia
Whirlpool
RCN Televisión
Livemood
La Rayada
Sociedad Portuaria Regional de Cartagena (SPRC)
Cardenas Marketing Network
Expedia Colombia
Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uria is the first major Ibero-American law firm, with offices in Chile, Colombia and Peru. Uria Menendez also brings to the firm its network of offices.
Areas of practice
Banking, finance and capital markets: advises banks on syndicated financing, asset financing and project financing and the development of the innovative financial structures and products, represents underwriters and issuers in the placement of bond and securities in Colombia and abroad.
Competition: antitrust, including investigations by authorities, litigation concerning cartels and abuse of dominance, consultations on M&A operations, settlements, audits on level of compliance and legal reports.
Corporate/M&A: all aspects of corporate law, including business integrations, tax matters, structuring and implementing public tender offers and the acquisition and sale of listed companies, restructurings, national and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, spin-offs and business reorganization proceedings.
Dispute resolution: prevention and resolution of civil and criminal disputes involving complex legal and technical issues for national and international clients spanning a wide range of industries.
Energy, mining and natural resources: highly specialized lawyers provide comprehensive advice on legal matters for the development of projects in different areas such as mining, industrial, energy, corporate, infrastructure and real estate, among others.
Infrastructure and projects: advising companies involved in toll roads and ports and purchasers and sellers; participated as counsel in financing; and on the privatization of public utilities and ports.
Intellectual property/life sciences: all aspects of intellectual property, patents, trademarks, industrial designs, utility models, copyrights, sports and entertainment matters, litigation, unfair competition, pharmaceutical licensing and health registrations.
Labor: litigation, collective bargaining, employee benefits, due diligence and audits, corporate restructuring, immigration, pensions, internal policies, wages and benefits, taxation, health and safety.
Private clients and family: long-term all inclusive legal advice, in accordance with the highest international standards, for business families on the development of estate planning structures.
Public law: long-standing public law department advising a wide range of clients from the private and public sectors, such as governmental entities.
Real estate: shopping mall planning and construction, superstore construction, real estate trusts and leasing, long term lease agreements, due diligence, real estate guarantees, regulatory issues and local permits.
Tax and international trade: structuring domestic and international operations and transactions involving foreign trade, customs and foreign exchange, tax planning, customs consulting and tax litigation.
TMT (technology, media and telecommunications): advising multinational media and technology companies in all their regional legal matters, from software licenses and TV formats to customs matters.
Department | Name | Telephone | |
---|---|---|---|
Co-chairs | M Armas | ||
Co-chairs | M Acero | ||
Banking, finance and capital markets | JF Gaviria | ||
Banking, finance and capital markets | C Barrero | ||
Banking, finance and capital markets | H Padilla | ||
Banking, finance and capital markets | J Valle | ||
Competition | M Carrizosa | ||
Competition | M Patiño | ||
Competition | D Cardona | ||
Corporate/M&A | M Acero | ||
Corporate/M&A | M Carrizosa | ||
Corporate/M&A | JC Rocha | ||
Corporate/M&A | C Barrero | ||
Corporate/M&A | F Cuberos | ||
Corporate/M&A | H Padilla | ||
Corporate/M&A | N Tirado | ||
Dispute resolution | H Hernández | ||
Dispute resolution | JC González | ||
Dispute resolution | F Cuberos | ||
Dispute resolution | M Patiño | ||
Dispute resolution | M Carrizosa | ||
Energy, mining and natural resources | S Manrique | ||
Infrastructure and projects | J Di Terlizzi | ||
Infrastructure and projects | JF Gaviria | ||
IP/life sciences | M Patiño | ||
Labor | H Hernández | ||
Private clients and family | C Barrero | ||
Public law | C Barrero Berardinelli | ||
Public law | J Di Terlizzi | ||
Public law | S Manrique | ||
Real estate | JC Rocha | ||
Tax and international trade | M Acero | ||
Tax and international trade | C Rozo | ||
TMT | M Patiño | ||
TMT | D Cardona |
Bogota, Colombia+1 other location
others
Bogota, Colombia+1 other location
Bogota, Colombia+1 other location
Bogota, Colombia+1 other location
Bogota, Colombia+1 other location
Bogota, Colombia+1 other location
other
others
Bogota, Colombia+1 other location
Bogota, Colombia+1 other location
others
others