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Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA) Offices
CALLE 67 NO. 7-35
OF. 1204
BOGOTÁ
Colombia
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Colombia > Banking and finance Tier 1
Fielding a destination banking and finance practice, Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA) handles the full spectrum of matters, with particularly strong expertise in cross-border asset finance, corporate finance and regulatory issues. The team’s enviable client roster includes domestic and global lenders —including state-owned banks— as well as major corporate borrowers, which mark it is a go-to team for event-driven, multi-jurisdictional mandates. In a recent example, department head Ricardo Fandiño acted as local counsel to Patagonia Holdco and CenturyLink Colombia in the capital markets and bank financing to support the acquisition of Lumen Technologies across different Latin American jurisdictions. In another cross-border mandate, José Luis Suárez acted as local counsel to a syndicate of five lenders on a $650m financing for Nu Colombia, Nu BN Servicios México, and Nu Holdings. The deep bench also draws on the senior experience of Daniel Londoño, whose previous professional experience includes a stint at Inter-American Investment Corporation, and capital markets specialist Adriana Moreno. At the senior associate level, Jimena González is noted for project finance and structured finance; Catalina Prieto has an emphasis on corporate finance and project finance; and Daniel Flórez maintains a focus on banking and capital markets. In December 2022, senior associate Tonia Orozco left to join the Development Bank of Latin America.Practice head(s):
Ricardo Fandiño
Key clients
Nugil
Avianca
IFC
Citigroup Global Markets Inc., SMBC, Scotia Bank
JPMorgan Chase Bank
The Bank of Nova Scotia
Avista
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
Goldman Sachs Specialty Lending Group
Banco Davivienda
Itaú Corpbanca Colombia
Concesionaria Vial del Pacífico
IWL River Inc
Fondo de Capital Privado Inmobiliario Salud Compartimento 1
Bayport Colombia
Deetken Asset Management Inc
Glenfarne Group
Credicorp
Grupo Pegasus
Gramercy Funds Management
Keralty
Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo (IADB)
Work highlights
- Advised the Bank of Nova Scotia and SMBC, as the lenders, on a $1bn loan to Ecopetrol.
- Acted as local counsel to a syndicate of banks (comprising Citigroup Global Markets, Citibank Colombia, Morgan Stanley Senior Funding Inc, Goldman Sachs International Bank, and HSBC) on a $650m financing for Nu Colombia, Nu BN Servicios México, and Nu Holdings.
- Advised the Bank of Nova Scotia, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, Citibank International Banking Facility, Banco de Sabadell, and Bank of China (Panama Branch), as the lenders, on a $509m loan to Grupo Energía Bogotá.
Colombia > Capital markets Tier 1
Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA) fields an integrated banking, finance and capital markets practice that counts major Colombian and multinational issuers and underwriters among its representative clients. Despite the general market slowdown, the team was involved in several headline-grabbing mandates during 2022/2023. Most notably, department head Ricardo Fandiño, advised the underwriters (Citigroup Global Markets, JP Morgan Securities, Santander Investment Securities, and Scotia Capital) regarding Ecopetrol’s $2bn bond offering. Other senior figures include Daniel Londoño, who acted as local counsel to Credivalores-Crediservicios on a $300m notes issuance on the international market, as well as Medellín office head Adriana Moreno, and firm managing partner José Luis Suárez. The practice also houses a strong second line of senior associates, including Catalina Prieto Núñez, Jimena González Alarcón and Daniel Flórez Linero. In November 2022, senior associate Tonia Orozco left to join the Development Bank of Latin America (CAF).Practice head(s):
Ricardo Fandiño
Testimonials
‘The lawyers that compose the team operate at an excellent professional and personal level, which gives us confidence in their advice. They are clear and precise in their assessments and demonstrate deep knowledge and analysis in relation to our issues.’
‘The team is always willing to support us and return a call or email in a timely manner. Its rates are very competitive, unlike those handled by other offices that are usually well above what is expected or what fits our budget.’
‘Lawyers are always willing to resolve our concerns, to return a call or a message very promptly. Unlike other firms, we feel very close to them on a day-to-day basis. They are generally very clear and precise in their answers, which saves us time and the need to ask for additional explanations.’
Key clients
Nugil
Credicorp
Credit Suisse Securities (USA), JP Morgan Securities, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs, Deutsche Bank
Avianca
Citigroup Global Markets, SMBC, Scotia Bank
Banco Davivienda
IFC
Inter-American Investment Corporation (IDB Invest)
Emso Asset Management
PGIM
Inverfam
Wells Fargo Securities
Cemex España
Instituto Colombiano de Crédito Educativo y Estudios Técnicos en el Exterior ‘Mariano Ospina Pérez’ ( ICETEX)
Work highlights
- Advised Nugil on its unsolicited tender offers for shares of Grupo Nutresa.
- Advised JGDB Holding, a Colombian company owned by the Gilinski family, on its unsolicited tender offer for Grupo de Inversiones Suramericana.
- Advised the underwriters on a $2bn bond offering launched on the international market by Ecopetrol
City focus > Cali Tier 1
City focus > Medellín Tier 1
Full-service powerhouse Gómez-Pinzón Abogados maintains a nimble operation in Medellín, which is staffed by one partner and nine additional lawyers. The team, which is highlighted as ‘proactive in finding solutions, and diligent’, is overseen by office head Adriana Moreno Márquez, who is a multidisciplinary transactional specialist with a broad service offering that encompasses the banking, finance, capital markets, corporate and M&A, and infrastructure areas. Among Moreno Márquez’s recent highlights, she represented Isagen in the negotiation of a $150m credit agreement with Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation. The local group also draws on a capable pool of associates, including senior Catalina Arango, who specialises in intellectual property work but also provides support on transactional matters. The Medellín office additionally benefits from its ability to draw on resources from across the wider firm for support in large-scale or cross-practice matters. In February 2023, intermediate associate Antonio Elcure left to join Tigo Colombia.Testimonials
‘One of the qualities that has impressed me most, is the good attitude of the team and in general the good work culture that is felt among the members. Lawyers work long hours but they don’t feel frustrated or exhausted, quite the contrary, people feel very good in the team and reinforced to give their best.’
‘Maintains good relationships with the client and other stakeholders; lawyers are professionals, proactive in finding solutions, and diligent. The team’s experience makes it stand out, as it allows it to quickly identify the risks and solutions to legal problems.’
Key clients
Isagen
Inverfam
Almacenes Éxito
Pricesmart Colombia
Asociación Escolar Helvetia
Onelink
Fundacion The Columbus School
CRRC (Hong Kong) Co
Landers y Cia
Corbeta
Sandvik
Azimut
Alianza Fiducaria Lote Avignon Medellín
Work highlights
- Advised CRRC and Mota-Engil on their successful bid for the subway contract “Metro de la 80” in the city of Medellín.
- Advised Agrícola Santamaría, as sponsor, on the financing for the development of the Puerto Antioquia project.
- Advised Azimut on various matters, including on the structuring of several investment vehicles.
Colombia > Corporate and M&A Tier 1
Lawyers at Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA) find favour with sources for their ‘willingness to help and find solutions for the business’. The firm’s ‘very well-structured diversity and inclusion programme’ also strikes the right note with clients, and is evidenced here by a strong female partner-led team. With involvement in many of the year’s marquee deals in Colombia, the group is a particularly dominant player in the public M&A sphere — across all market segments. Lina Uribe García heads the group and is widely recognised for her expertise in the private equity arena; she recently paired up with Natalia García Arenas to advise KKR on the acquisition of a majority stake in Alamo Holdco, the sole shareholder of Onnet Fibra Colombia. In one of the market’s most high-profile set of transactions, Juan David Quintero advised the Gilinski Family, through Nugil and JGDB Holding, on the structuring and implementation of seven consecutive unsolicited tender offers. Ana Cristina Jaramillo also put in a good recent performance and secured key roles in a string of cross-border transactions, which included acting for China’s JCHX Mining Management on its acquisition of a 50% stake in Cordoba Minerals’ Colombian subsidiaries. The group further benefits from the extensive corporate expertise of energy and natural resources head Patricia Arrázola, director María Isabel Romero de la Torre, and experienced counsel María Fernanda Restrepo. At associate level, seniors Paola Valderrama, Emanuela Guevara, Juan Pablo Caicedo and Francisco Pamplona are the names to note. In July 2022, director Daniel Fajardo left for an in-house position at Engie, while partner Felipe Mariño departed the firm in December 2022.Practice head(s):
Lina Uribe García; María Isabel Romero de la Torre
Testimonials
‘This firm has many strong points. Notably, the team is an ally for us as clients and not an obstacle as I have noticed in other firms. Gomez-Pinzon Abogados gets into the client’s business to help us find solutions with their great legal experience, making our work very easy.’
‘One of the novelties that Gomez-Pinzon Abogados brings, and that I would like to highlight, is around the issue of diversity. The firm has a very well-structured diversity and inclusion programme, which makes us feel calm about having a supplier that invests in these initiatives.’
‘The plus of GPA’s lawyers is their closeness to the client, always with the best willingness to help and find solutions for the business — they do not say ‘we can’t do this’, as I have seen in other firms.’
‘I highlight Natalia García Arenas and senior associate Francisco Pamplona because I feel that they are allies of our company. They have great technical knowledge that they complement with their positive attitude. They are always aware of our needs and help us to solve the different challenges presented to us.’
Key clients
VIP Green Mobility
Diaco
Didi Mobility Information Technology
Ecopetrol
IHC Capital Holding
Carmeuse Lime & Stone
Mercantil Colpatria
Electribus Bogotá Fontibón II
Davita
Grupo Pisa
Sapore
Team Foods Colombia
Avista Colombia
Merqueo
JCHX Mining Management
Nexans Participations / Nexans
Nugil and JGDB Holding (Colombian companies owned by the Gilinski Family)
Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co
IDB Invest / IDC Ventures
Egis Consultoria
Work highlights
- Advised the Gilinski Family, through Nugil and JGDB Holding, on the structuring and implementation of seven consecutive unsolicited tender offers.
- Advised IHC Capital Holding on an unsolicited tender offer of shares.
- Advised Nexans Participations and Nexans on the acquisition of a leading Latin American cable manufacturer.
Colombia > Environment Tier 1
The practice at Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA) draws on the wider firm’s premier full-service offering to cover the complete life cycle of environmental law issues. With experience across all key industry sectors — including energy, natural resources, chemicals, infrastructure development and manufacturing — the team advises on a wide range of permitting issues, remediation processes and hazardous waste management, administrative investigations, and contentious matters. The department is led jointly by corporate and M&A head Lina Uribe, who is an expert in environmental regulation and litigation; and energy and natural resources head Patricia Arrázola, who also combines regulatory and transactional experience. The group additionally benefits from the emerging expertise of senior associate Lina Correa, who is highlighted by sources as an ‘effective, analytical, and prudent advisor’.Practice head(s):
Lina Uribe; Patricia Arrázola
Testimonials
‘Senior associate Lina Correa has proven to be an effective, analytical, and prudent advisor.’
Key clients
Huawei
BTS
Sierracol
GTM Colombia
Pricesmart
Clorox Company
Gases Industriales De Colombia
Pluspetrol
Weatherford Colombia
Hitachi Power Grids
Softys (CMPC Company)
Idom
Guaicaramo
Signify
Yanbal
Work highlights
- Advised Sierracol Energy Arauca on all environmental matters concerning the operation of its oil fields
- Advised Idom on the end-of-life disposal of electronic and electric waste of photovoltaic project and electric vehicles.
- Advised the main donors, led by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation and the World Wildlife Fund, on the Herencia Colombia Project, which seeks to allocate $245m for the administration of Colombia’s terrestrial and maritime protected areas.
Colombia > Tax Tier 1
Tax lawyers at Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA) are commended as ‘practical and to the point’ and as possessing ‘real industry experience’. As the Colombian member of global tax advisors network, Taxand, the team is well placed to advise on tax planning for national and cross-border matters, including transactions and foreign investment. Other practice strengths include corporate reorganisations, infrastructure projects, tax litigation and transfer pricing. Managing partner Mauricio Piñeros steers the department and brings to bear 35 years' experience in handling tax planning, transactional tax, investigations and contentious matters for domestic and multinational clients. Other highly regarded specialists include Álvaro Andrés Díaz, who specialises in tax litigation and transfer pricing, and next-generation partner Carolina Bobillier, who is noted for her niche expertise in labour-related tax and the special tax regime applicable to non-profits. The group also attracts praise for the experience of its senior associates, particularly Alejandro Sanabria (‘creative and resourceful’) and Alejandro Sotello. In September 2022, Ignacio Vélez left to become an independent lawyer.Practice head(s):
Mauricio Piñeros
Testimonials
‘The Gómez Pinzón tax team is exceptional. It has the advantage of having a senior associate who understands the objectives of the clients, and seeks and finds solutions, who is backed by a partner that supports you in the process and analysis.’
‘Senior associate Alejandro Sanabria is creative and resourceful, and perfectly understands his area of expertise to support every detail of the proposed solutions.’
‘The partner is constant throughout the execution of the project. In addition, senior associates have extensive experience and seeks to solve the client’s problem.’
‘Lawyers are practical and to the point, have real industry experience, and know the issues.’
Key clients
Avianca
Bavaria
Ecopetrol
Enel Colombia
Latam Airlines
Almacenes Éxito
Booking Com International
Sodimac Colombia
Termobarranquilla
Sacyr Concesiones Colombia
Universidad de La Sabana
Heel Colombia
Concesión Runt
Partners Telecom Colombia
Grupo Meiko
Merqueo
Atlas Energy
Atlántica Energy Colombia
Isagen
Work highlights
- Represented Enel Colombia in tax litigation related to foreign investment.
- Advised Partners Telecom Colombia (WOM) and its affiliates on all tax-related issues, including day-to-day operational matters and multi-jurisdictional financing transactions.
- Advised Universidad de La Sabana on the tax planning of the compensation structure of the University’s senior management employees.
Colombia > Competition and antitrust Tier 2
Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA) scores highly with sources for its ability to provide ‘a unique solution to each case’. The competition and antitrust group covers a wide remit with solid skill sets in merger control filings —in line with the wider firm’s top-tier corporate offering— as well as administrative investigations, unfair competition litigation, and consumer protection-related issues. Mauricio Jaramillo oversees the department and brings to bear a broad all-round regulatory practice, which spans IP, competition, technology and dispute resolution. Senior associate Biviana Helo leads the competition team and handles a mix of IP and competition law work. Other key contacts include senior associate Valentina Manrique Gómez, who focuses on IP and competition litigation, and associate Paula de la Calle.Practice head(s):
Mauricio Jaramillo
Testimonials
‘This team has all the necessary technical knowledge, a unique understanding of our business and the difficulties surrounding our cases but, above all, it has a unique human quality that allows it to understand and provide a unique solution to each case and makes it stand out.’
‘The business understanding is unique. The following lawyers stand out: partner Mauricio Jaramillo and associate Valentina Manrique Gómez.’
‘Whenever we work with the GPA competition team, we appreciate and emphasise that, without losing their technicality and legal depth, it understands the needs of the business and seeks appropriate and practical legal solutions to safeguard our interests.’
‘A fundamental characteristic of this team is that it is not afraid to give direct suggestions, without disclaimers, which is essential to make decisions as an in-house lawyer. The team stands as a great ally.’
‘Mauricio Jaramillo is an integral adviser and ally. Even in those projects in which we do not work with him, he does not hesitate to send us an article, or an interview, or something that in his opinion helps or harms us; he always takes care of our interests.’
‘Biviana Helo is an exceptional senior associate. She is always available when needed and her knowledge of competition law is amazing and helpful.‘
Key clients
Nexans
Grupo Gilinski – JGDB Holding and Nugil
JetBlue Airways Corporation
Avianca Group International
EnfraGen
Bayport Colombia
Clorox De Colombia
DiDi Mobility
HP
GlaxoSmithKline
WOM
Merqueo
Mapei Colombia
Colombiana de Comercio (Alkosto)
Sandoz
Solventa Colombia
Emergía Customer Care Colombia
Primax Colombia
Grupo Birota
Work highlights
- Advised Nexans on merger-control procedures regarding the acquisition of five companies in the cable industry.
- Advised Bayport Colombia on litigation in relation to unfair competition acts allegedly committed by a new competitor.
- Advised Clorox De Colombia on an investigation into allegedly misleading advertisements affecting consumers and competitors.
Dispute resolution > Arbitration Tier 2
The ‘very prepared and efficient’ arbitration practice at Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA) is distinguished by its strong performance in domestic cases. The team is particularly noted for its expertise in construction-related proceedings, where it acts for a mix of Colombian and global energy and construction companies — among other stakeholders — in prominent disputes. David Ricardo Araque co-heads the group and his arbitration expertise extends to both domestic and international cases, including disputes conducted under ICC, ICDR and ICC rules. Araque recently represented Enel Green Power on initiating arbitration proceedings against Quanta services Colombia regarding the latter’s refusal to fulfil an EPC contract. Of counsel William Araque co-heads the department and has participated in over 75 arbitrations conducted under the auspices of the Chambers of Commerce of Bogotá, Medellín and Pereira. The team’s sizeable second line of associates includes senior Samuel Hernández Lizarazu , and intermediates Alfonso Linares Durán and María Valentina Díaz; along with May and December 2022-hires, associate Cristhian Salcedo (from Ustáriz & Abogados Estudio Jurídico), and senior Juan Guillermo Otero (from Baker McKenzie S.A.S.). Former seniors Felipe González Arrieta and Loredana De Trizio moved to Baker McKenzie S.A.S. (June 2022), and in house at Grupo Energía Bogotá (June 2023), respectively.Practice head(s):
David Ricardo Araque; William Araque
Testimonials
‘The advice and support provided by the firm has been comprehensive and timely.’
‘David Ricardo Araque is an experienced litigator, who is oriented to the attention and constant service of his clients.’
‘Associate Cristhian Salcedo is a litigator with an excellent disposition and good knowledge.’
‘The team provides responses to our issues in a reasonable amount of time. Work is given complete attention by a great work team.’
‘The team is comprised of very prepared and efficient lawyers.’
Key clients
Cine Colombia
Enel Colombia (Enel X)
Refinería de Cartagena
Mercado Libre
Aguas Nacionales EPM
Huawei
Carmeuse Limestone
Patria Re
Constructora Colpatria
Forestal Monterrey (Nuveen Natural Capital)
Work highlights
- Advised Cine Colombia on an agreement with its lessor on the readjustment of the economic conditions of their contract.
- Advised Enel Green Power on initiating arbitration proceedings stemming from the refusal to fulfil a contract.
- Defended Refinería de Cartagena in a breach of contract dispute.
Dispute resolution > Litigation Tier 2
Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA)’s client service is roundly praised by sources, who particularly highlight its ‘excellent knowledge and tools’ as well as its response times that are ‘among the best in the market’. Forming a key part of the wider firm’s full-service business offering, the dispute resolution group is well versed across a range of litigation proceedings, with construction, insurance, energy, and commercial distribution-related matters standing as notable sweet spots. Up-and-coming partner David Ricardo Araque co-heads the department and is noted for his broad dispute resolution expertise, which encompasses national and international litigation and arbitration; he recently represented Zimmer Biomet in commercial litigation relating to the breach of a distribution contract. Of counsel William Araque — a 42-year veteran in dispute resolution — co-heads the team and is noted for his extensive experience in complex and cutting-edge cases. The group also draws on several talented senior associates, including Loredana De Trizio, who splits her practice between dispute resolution, administrative law, and infrastructure, as well as Carlos Alberto León and Samuel Hernández Lizarazu, who both specialise in dispute resolution.Practice head(s):
William Araque; David Araque
Testimonials
‘We value the team for its client service. The quality of the service is decisive when hiring this firm, the team has excellent knowledge and tools, its response times are among the best in the market, and its ability to understand the client’s viewpoint is also relevant.’
‘Lawyers demonstrate professionalism and customer orientation.’
Key clients
Zimmer Biomet
JDS Uniphase Corporation (JDSU)
AgfaPhoto
Carcaice
Morelco – Graña Montero (Cumbra Group)
Roberto Wohlgemuth Liebner, Oso Llantera Nacional (Ecuador)
Viscofan CZ
Refinería de Cartagena
Marriott
Autopista Río Magdalena
Transportadora de Gas Internacional
Vertiv
Colfondos (Grupo Hábitat – Chile)
Cervecería Unión (Bavaria)
Weatherford
General Motors
Work highlights
- Represented Zimmer Biomet in commercial litigation relating to the breach of a distribution contract.
- Advised JDS Uniphase Corporation (JDSU) on litigation regarding the termination of a supply contract subject to foreign laws and courts.
- Represented AgfaPhoto in litigation arising from the breach of an implied contract of supply.
Colombia > Energy and natural resources Tier 2
Striking a balance between regulatory and transactional work, Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA) has a marked focus on energy-related matters, with robust experience in both the power and hydrocarbons arenas. The team is also distinguished by its ability to draw on complementary practices from across the full-service firm for support in multi-faceted matters, including corporate, tax, environmental, and public law. Patricia Arrázola fronts the group and is widely recognised for her strong skill sets in both commercial and regulatory issues. The team also includes Germán Villamil, who is noted for his record in oil-and-gas transactions, and up-and-coming energy specialist José Luís Palacios. The team additionally includes senior associate Lina Correa , who has an emphasis on environmental law. Senior associates Daniel Fajardo and Juan Felipe Pulecio moved in house at Engie (in July 2022) and Geopark (April 2023), respectively.Practice head(s):
Patricia Arrázola
Key clients
EDP Renováveis
CTG Colombia Holding (China Three Gorges Corporation)
Canadian Solar Energy Colombia
Greenyellow Energia De Colombia
CBN Energy Colombia
Pluspetrol
EDF Renewables Colombia
Black Orchid Solar Management
Ministerio de Hacienda y Crédito Público
Weatherford Colombia
Termobarranquilla
Sierracol Energy Arauca
Plus +
Sucden
Grupo Luz y Fuerza
Next
Asociación Colombiana De Petróleo
Kalpataru Power Transmission
Idom Consulting, Engineering, Architecture
Empresa Colombiana de Clavos (Emcoclavos)
Work highlights
- Provided regulatory advice to EDP Renováveis in relation to an M&A transaction in the energy sector.
- Advised CTG Colombia Holding on regulatory matters concerning an investment in the renewable energy sphere.
- Provided regulatory advice to EDF Renewables Colombia in relation to a power purchase agreement.
Colombia > Intellectual property Tier 2
The multidisciplinary practice at Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA) processed over 900 trade mark, patent, and design applications in 2022. The group also advises on IP litigation, IP development and protection strategies, and franchise systems, among other matters. Mauricio Jaramillo splits his time between IP and competition work and is noted for his broad contentious and non-contentious experience, which spans trade marks, patents, copyrights and franchising. Up-and-coming partner Juanita Pérez co-heads the department alongside Jaramillo and is recommended for her strong record in IP portfolio management. Senior associate Catalina Arango is also well versed in IP portfolio management and additionally handles litigation.Practice head(s):
Mauricio Jaramillo; Juanita Pérez
Key clients
Ecopetrol
TIS (Paramount)
Alicorp
AB InBev (Bavaria)
Sandoz Gmbh
Turner (Warner Media)
Grupo Birota
Scotiabank Colpatria
McCann World Group
PriceSmart
Helm
Le Cabrera
Constructora Obreval
Mazda de Colombia
Gas Propano de Colombia
Corparques
Sierracol Energy Condor
Savant Pharm
Phibro
Primax Colombia
Allianz Seguros /Allianz SE
Olimpia IT
Favik
Bwin Latam
WWF Fondo Mundial para la Naturaleza
Experian Colombia
Jafer Entreprises R&D
Banco de la Republica
Mayaguez
Valorem
Decathlon
Comercializadora Naturista de México
Work highlights
- Advised Varela Hermanos on trade mark protection for the “Ron Abuelo” brand in Colombia.
- Advised Grupo Agroindustrial Numar on an appeal process related to a previously denied trade mark application.
- Advised Beijing Dajia Internet Information Technology Co on industrial patents protection.
Colombia > Life sciences Tier 2
Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA)’s regulatory affairs practice stands out for its ‘relationships with regulatory entities’, which sources say, ‘speeds up the necessary processes’. The group routinely represents domestic and multinational life-sciences' clients on a wide range of industry-specific matters, including regulatory filings, health legislation, drug pricing strategy, and patent applications, among other issues. Experienced senior associate Andrea Pieschacón specialises in healthcare and IP law and co-heads the department alongside Mauricio Jaramillo, who advises on a mix of IP, competition, and data protection.Practice head(s):
Mauricio Jaramillo; Andrea Pieschacón
Testimonials
‘According to our experience, the team is differentiated by its customer service and quick attention to our needs.’
‘We recommend the team for its knowledge of the regulations and also for its relationships with regulatory entities, which speeds up the necessary processes.’
Key clients
Pricesmart Colombia
Procesadora Nacional De Cereales (Pronalce)
Drypers Andina (Softys)
Beijing Hanmi Pharmaceutical / YP Lee, Mock & Partners
Seipel Group / Partners Law Group
María Fernanda Escobar Vidarte MD and Juan Pedro Kusanovic Pivcevic MD
Fundación Valle Del Lili
Laboratorios Senosiain
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals
Epizyme
Usana
Intersurgical
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Colombia
McCormick
Alicorp Colombia
Mayagüez
Femsa
Renaware
Usana Health Sciences
Work highlights
- Advised Pricesmart Colombia on matters related to its portfolio of cosmetic sanitary registrations in Colombia, among other issues.
- Advised Universidad Católica de Manizales on patent drafting and prosecution matters.
- Advised Pricesmart Colombia on regulatory matters concerning its MuscleMelt product.
Colombia > Projects Tier 2
Lawyers at Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA) are ‘diligent and proactive in finding solutions’, according to sources. The interdisciplinary projects group handles a broad scope of public bidding processes, project finance, project development, and contentious matters; with the ability to draw on its wider full-service practice to resource larger matters. Department co-head Paola Larrahondo sits in both the infrastructure, and the administrative and constitutional law teams and acts for a mix of concessionaires, public entities, and investors on projects work. Fellow co-head José Luis Suárez is recommended for his project finance expertise. Senior associates Juan Antonio Ucrós (infrastructure and administrative law) and Catalina Prieto (banking and finance) are also noted.Practice head(s):
José Luis Suárez; Paola Larrahondo
Testimonials
‘Maintains a good relationship with the client and other stakeholders. Lawyers are professional, diligent and proactive in finding solutions.’
‘The team’s experience makes it stand out, as it allows it to quickly identify the risks and solutions to legal problems.’
‘One of the qualities that caught my attention the most is the good attitude of the team and, in general, the good work culture that is felt among its members. Lawyers work long hours but they don’t feel frustrated or exhausted, quite the contrary; people feel very good in the team and reinforced to give their best.’
‘I think lawyers have a good attitude and generate a very good working environment among their teams and it shows from the outside, especially senior associate Catalina Prieto.’
Key clients
CRRC (Hong Kong)
Metro De Bogota
Cal y Mayor
Bancolombia
Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co
EDF Renewables Colombia
GAC Energy Spain (Glenfarne Asset Company)
Corporación Andina de Fomento and ESSA
Financiera de Desarrollo Nacional
Sociedad Portuaria Río Córdoba
Mota-Engil Engenharia e Construcao
Jajomar
DB Engineering & Consulting
VGMobility
BEV
Transinnova
IDOM Consulting, Engineering, Architecture and Central Intermodal de Palmira (CIT)
Sumatoria
Work highlights
- Advised CRRC (Hong Kong) and Mota-Engil, Engenharia e Construção on the construction of the second line of the Medellín Metro.
- Advised Metro de Bogotá on matters relating to the concession contract for the construction and operation of the city’s first metro line, which is currently under construction.
- Advised Cal y Mayor and Jajomar on the structuring of an unsolicited proposal for the development of the first on-street parking system in Colombia.
Colombia > Real estate Tier 2
‘Highly knowledgeable on real estate law issues’, Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA) combines activity in urban and planning law, as well as construction projects, transactional real estate matters, and litigation. Paula Samper Salazar solely leads the practice, following the departure of former group head Felipe Mariño; she brings to bear significant experience in representing real estate investment funds, developers, construction companies and retail chains, among others, in real estate transactions. The team also include María Camila Parra, who was promoted to director in January 2023, and is noted for her 18-year record in advising on urban and planning law.Practice head(s):
Paula Samper
Testimonials
‘The people are extremely willing to collaborate. The entire logistics system is appropriate. It is a diverse team that is mostly made up of women.’
‘María Camila Parra and her team are extremely willing to help. They manage everything and are ready to answer questions, get us involved in the processes and go the extra mile as often as necessary.’
‘The team is highly knowledgeable on real estate law issues, its response times are quick, we feel comfortable with its expert opinion and we consider it an ally in our transactions.’
‘We value lawyers for their great disposition, expert knowledge and speed of responses.’
Key clients
Metro de Bogotá
Constructora AIA
Bienes & Bienes
Ménsula Constructora
Industria Nacional de Gaseosas (Coca-Cola)
Holcim Colombia (Lafarge Holcim)
Amarilo
Fondo de Capital Privado Inmobiliario Grupo Pegasus Colombia
Colinsa Real Estate
Colegios Colombianos
Black Horse Developments
Mobiliare Latam
Pricesmart Colombia
Almacenes Generales De Deposito Almaviva
Mercadolibre Colombia
Procter & Gamble Colombia
Orpea
Work highlights
- Advised Metro de Bogotá on all urban and planning regulatory issues related to the structuring and development of the first two metro lines of the city, which are currently under construction.
- Advised Bienconcreto, Banco de Occidente, Banco de Bogotá, and others, on the restructuring and reactivation of a mixed-use real estate project located in Cartagena.
- Advised Constructora B&B on the development of a several projects, including a health facility in the municipality of Medellín.
Colombia > TMT Tier 2
Noted for its ‘personalised attention’, Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA) houses a robust TMT group that is composed of multidisciplinary regulatory specialists. The team is primarily active in data protection, information security, cybersecurity and commercial issues; while it also benefits from the ability to lean on other departments from across the full-service firm to handle corporate transactions. Practice director Andrés Fernández De Castro is a recognised expert in technology, telecoms, and data protection regulation. The group also draws on IP, competition, and TMT partner Mauricio Jaramillo Campuzano and intermediate associate Andrés Meza.Practice head(s):
Andrés Fernández de Castro; Mauricio Jaramillo Campuzano
Testimonials
‘The attention, service and response times to address legal queries are very good. There is a strong collaboration between the legal teams in the different areas.’
‘We appreciate the team’s personalised attention.’
Key clients
PayU Colombia
China Three Gorges Corporation (CTG Colombia)
Novell Nola Software (Microfocus)
Industria Colombiana de Llantas (Icollantas) / Michelin
Huawei Technologies Colombia
Samsung Electronics Colombia
Cisco Systems
Didi Chuxing Technology
Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co / Onnet Fibra Colombia
Butterfly Network
RelevanC
Honeywell Colombia
JP Morgan
Work highlights
- Advised PayU Colombia on various matters, including IT law, e-signature, and data privacy issues.
- Advised China Three Gorges Corporation (CTG Colombia) on information security and data privacy matters.
- Advised Novell Nola Software (doing business as Microfocus) on general TMT matters, data analytics and data protection and information policies.
Colombia > International trade and customs Tier 3
Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA)’s international trade practice is particularly weighted towards customs work, including customs planning, free trade zones, port filings and litigation. The team also has experience in advising on foreign trade transactions and free trade agreements. Department head Nicolás Potdevin Stein is widely recognised as a specialist in customs law, with strong expertise in disputes as well as general advisory work. Associate Andrea Mora Ramírez provides dedicated practice support, with a focus on free zones, tax, and customs law.Practice head(s):
Nicolás Potdevin Stein
Testimonials
‘Gómez-Pinzón Abogados’ international trade and customs team stands out for its in-depth knowledge. I value its success stories concerning previous situations that have developed before the courts, this ensures strong advice.’
‘I highlight Nicolás Potdevin Stein for his excellent interpersonal relationships with clients, his closeness, clear communication and willingness to answer questions. I also highlight his deep knowledge in tax and customs matters, which has generated important results before the courts.’
Key clients
Federal Express Corporation
JGB
Onelink
Getcom Colombia
Vaxthera
Laboratorios Baxter
Sociedad Portuaria Terminal De Contenedores De Buenaventura
Kuehne + Nagel
CI Cargill De Colombia
Glaxosmithkline Colombia
Comercial Alpa
Glencore Colombia
Comercializadora Internacional De Llantas
Zona Franca Santander
Motul Ibérica (Colombia branch)
Bavaria y Cia
Sistemas Colombia
Procter & Gamble Colombia
Work highlights
- Advised FedEx Corporation on customs and foreign trade legislation applicable in Colombia.
- Advised JGB on the presentation of a legal claim against the official customs classification of antiseptic alcohol, issued by the Colombian Customs Office.
- Advised Onelink on free zone regime-related matters.
Colombia > Public law Tier 3
The interdisciplinary group at Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA) demonstrates ‘strong knowledge of the management of concessions with the state’. The team, which acts for a diverse mix of private and public entities, routinely advises on bidding processes, public procurement procedures and infrastructure project development — it also has experience in administrative sanctioning proceedings. The department is co-led by infrastructure and administrative law specialist Paola Larrahondo together with José Luis Suárez, who specialises in public law and finance matters. Senior associate Juan Antonio Ucrós is also recommended public law and infrastructure work.Practice head(s):
Paola Larrahondo; José Luis Suárez
Testimonials
‘The team has strong knowledge of the management of concessions with the state. It houses an interdisciplinary team, which provides for a broad and diverse perspective of the problems to be solved.’
‘The team’s experience of working on both sides of the business (public and private) is very profitable to us, it makes lawyers understand the problems more thoroughly, allowing for the most enriching value proposition.’
‘The public law team is very diligent and knowledgeable in terms of administrative law, bidding processes, etc.’
‘Lawyers are mostly passionate about the issues they work on.’
Key clients
CRRC (Hong Kong)
IDOM Consulting
World Wildlife Fund, WWF Colombia, Gordon E and Betty I Moore Foundation
Metro de Bogotá
Ashmore Andino II Fund – FCP and Ashmore Andean Fund II
VGMobility
IGT Juegos
BTS Concesionario
Mota-Engil Engenharia e Construcao
Interamerican Development Bank
IDS AirNav
Fundacion Carulla – aeioTU
Honeywell
Bwin Latam
Concesionaria Runt
EVPP arquitectos – BEV
Grupo Energia Bogotá
Work highlights
- Advised CRRC (Hong Kong) and Mota-Engil Engenharia e Construcao on the award of the contract for the construction of the second line of the Medellín Metro.
- Advised IDOM Consulting, Transmilenio and the Inter-American Development Bank on the structuring and incorporation of a new state-owned company as Bogota’s public transport system operator.
- Advised World Wildlife Fund, WWF Colombia, and the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation on a multi-donor financing scheme, executed with the Colombian national government, for the protection of natural areas and climate change mitigation.
Colombia > Compliance and white-collar crime Tier 4
Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA) houses a robust risk and compliance practice that finds favour with sources for its ‘creativity in providing solutions to problems’. The group handles the full spread of corporate compliance issues, from audits and internal investigations, through to due diligence and the design and implementation of compliance programmes. Experienced director Adriana Bueno Buitrago heads the department and brings over 30 years of experience to her role, with strong recent showings in the implementation and management of corporate governance and compliance models. At associate level, Anguie Castro and Nathaly Acero provide specialist support to the risk and compliance team.Practice head(s):
Adriana Bueno Buitrago
Testimonials
‘The team possesses knowledge in corporate law, office skills, management of accounting and financial knowledge, projects, and risk management.’
‘All offices have particularities that make them unique. However, this team successfully met all the doubts, questions and needs that our company had. We value the team’s creativity in providing solutions to problems.’
‘Lawyers stand out for their knowledge of the topic and for their ability to synergise with other areas of practice.’
Key clients
Laboratorios Baxter / RTS
Mejor CDT
Reckitt Benckiser Colombia / Mead Johnson Nutrition Colombia / RB (Health) Colombia
Innova Schools – Colegios Colombianos
IGT Foreign Holdings Corporation Sucursal Colombia / IGT Colombia / IGT Colombia Solutions
Inmobiliaria Morato
Sandvik Colombia
Inversiones Ventura Group: Grupo Portuario / OPP Graneles / BGP Container and Logistics
ATC Sitios de Colombia / ATC Sitios Infraco
BTS Derechos Económicos
EDPR: Eolos Energía / Vientos del Norte
Signify Colombiana
SK Rental
Nitrofert
Sacs Be Ventures Colombia
Medtronic Colombia
Closter Pharma
Exponencial Confirming
Glencore Colombia
Prosalon Distribuciones
Work highlights
- Advised Laboratorios Baxter and RTS on the updating of their internal compliance programmes.
- Advised Exponencial Confirming on a risk factor segmentation matrix for its SAGRILAFT (System of Self-Control and Management of the Comprehensive Risk of Money Laundering, Financing of Terrorism, and Financing of Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction) policy.
- Advised SK Rental on the implementation of its SAGRILAFT and PTEE systems.
Colombia > Labour and employment Tier 4
Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA) handled a string of transaction-related labour and employment matters during 2022/23, including handling M&A-related due diligence and advising on the employment aspects of restructurings and office closures. Additionally, the team advises a host of multinational and domestic clients on day-to-day matters, including union law, social security issues and litigation. Director Mauricio Montealegre is dedicated to labour law work and steers the team. Support is provided by senior Natalia Suárez Caicedo - a March 2023 arrival from Baker McKenzie S.A.S. - and associate Lina Tapiero, who specialises in contentious and non-contentious labour and social security matters. Associate Maria Angelica Pulido left to join Boston Consulting Group in March 2023.Practice head(s):
Mauricio Montealegre
Testimonials
‘In the labour practice, I highlight the quality of service of GP lawyers, their prompt response time, continuous advice, and anticipation of events to minimise risks.’
‘The work team of the labour practice is incredible. It always has a high availability of service and response. Lawyers always demonstrate a good attitude, cordiality and respect for dealing with the client.’
‘The professionalism of its lawyers, its mastery of the law, its promptness in responses, and its ability to listen and guide in the face of labour difficulties makes this office unique and highly reliable.’
‘Specifically, I want to praise director Mauricio Montealegre and associate Lina Tapiero for their invaluable contribution in mitigating legal risks, timely quality advice, and empathy towards us, as their clients.’
‘The GP team provides constant support and closeness to the client, and agility and speed in its responses, combined with knowledge in the area of practice.’
‘We value the team’s closeness to the client, the agility and depth of its answers and advice, in addition to the ease of centralising international inquiries through its alliance of Affinitas.’
Key clients
Quetzal International Services
CreateMe Technologies
GTM Colombia
BTG Pactual Sociedad Fiduciaria
Nexans Colombia
Nitrofert
Unicapital
Samsung Electronics Colombia
Inter-American Development Bank
FS Colombia – FlexSteel
Tripas de Colombia – Tricolsas
Terres des Hommes
Pulzo
Goldfish
Polypro
Exponencial Confirming
Onnet Fibra Colombia
Blockchain through CO Bentos
Congelados Agrícolas – McCain
Guerbet Colombia
Danish Refugee Council (DRC)
Sony Music Entertainment Colombia
IGT Foreign Holdings Corporation
Fundación Carulla Aeiotu
Corporación Andina De Fomento (CAF)
Industrial Agraria La Palma (in liquidation)
SK Rental
Fund for Policy Reform (Open Society Foundations)
Diakonia
Bank of America
Chemonics International (Colombia branch)
Estrategias Contact Center Colombia
SKN Caribecafe
Yanbal de Colombia
Mercy Corps
TIS Productions Colombia
Zimmer Biomet
Cegid Colombia – Meta 4
Colegio Campoalegre
Lexmark International Trading Corporation (Colombia branch)
Colegio Karl C Parrish
Comité Internacional de la Cruz Roja
Swiss Re Colombia Oficina de Representación
Semillas Arroyave
Cofco International Colombia
Sandvik Colombia
DIDI Mobility Information Technology
Toyota
Lulo Bank
Cryogas Air Products
Electribus Bogotá
UIB Corredores de Seguros
Siigo
Signify Colombiana
BTS Derechos Económicos
GMS Management Solutions Colombia
Iterum Colombia
Work highlights
- Advised CreateMe Technologies on an indirect acquisition that had significant labour law aspects.
- Advised Didi Mobility Information Technology on the implementation and management of local employment structures.
- Advised Industrial Agraria La Palma (in liquidation) on transferring more than 620 pensioners of the company to the public fund of Colpensiones.
Colombia > Insurance
Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA) > Firm Profile
Gómez-Pinzón is a law firm that provides multiple legal services in the different areas of the law to help clients make the best choice for their businesses.
In Gómez-Pinzón we interpret the law in a responsible and innovative manner, and always offer a reliable service with the highest quality of standards. Our team reflects this, and our experience confirms it.
As a multi-service law firm, we are recognized by clients and international publications as a leader in banking, finance and capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, and dispute resolution counsel, among other key practices in the local and international market.
Our cross-border capabilities and ability to combine multidisciplinary leading teams in these areas allows the firm to provide a comprehensive service according to the needs of our clients. The firm has recognized top-tier experts in corporate, antitrust, intellectual property, administrative, constitutional law and infrastructure, labor law and natural resources.
GPA is not only committed to excellence in service, but also to facilitating the needs of its clients by combining creativity with responsibility. The firm is proud of the unparalleled number of international transactions and disputes in which it has assisted local and international clients, but its main pride and added value come from the undisputed landmarks that the firm has set in arbitration and litigation, and ground breaking advice it has rendered on capital markets deals and corporate transaction structures.
The firm’s clients include the largest Colombian economic groups, companies and financial players that operate throughout the Americas, Latin America, US, European and Asia-based multinational companies, government organizations and state-owned entities. The firm also has multijurisdictional skills, with several lawyers trained at US and European universities and firms, and with capabilities in English, French, Spanish, German and Portuguese.
GPA is also member of the Affinitas Alliance, based in Latin America and composed of four leading law firms in each of the jurisdictions where they operate. The firms conforming the Affinitas Alliance are: Barros & Errázuriz in Chile, Mijares Angoitia, Cortés y Fuentes in Mexico, and Miranda & Amado in Peru.
The firm has a strong social commitment to the practice of law and has been repeatedly recognized as a pioneer and a leader of pro-bono practice in Latin America, as well as a supportive ally for the local entrepreneurs with GPA Impacta, a program to provide specialised legal counsel to promising start-ups in Colombia.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Managing Partner | José Luis Suárez | jsuarez@gomezpinzon.com | 57 1 3192900 |
Partner | Ricardo Fandiño De La Calle | rfandino@gomezpinzon.com | 57 1 3192900 |
Partner | Andrés Hoyos | ahoyos@gomezpinzon.com | 57 1 3192900 |
Partner | Patricia Arrázola | parrazola@gomezpinzon.com | 57 1 3192900 |
Partner | Paula Samper | psamper@gomezpinzon.com | 57 1 3192900 |
Marketing Director | María Clara Alvarado | mcalvarado@gomezpinzon.com | 57 1 3192900 |
Lawyer Profiles
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Mr David Araque | Partner. | View Profile | |
Mr William Araque Jaimes | Partner of the Firm and head of Dispute Resolution & Investment Protection… | View Profile | |
Mrs Patricia Arrázola Bustillo | Partner, head of the Energy & Natural Resources practice group, member of… | View Profile | |
Mr Álvaro Andrés Díaz Palacios | Partner. | View Profile | |
Mr Ricardo Fandiño De La Calle | Partner, head of the Banking, Finance & Capital Markets practice, and member… | View Profile | |
Mrs Natalia García Arenas | Partner. | View Profile | |
Mr Mauricio Jaramillo Campuzano | Partner, head of the Intellectual Property, Competition, Life Sciences, and Technology, Communications… | View Profile | |
Mrs Paola Larrahondo | Director of the Infraestructure and Administrative & Constitutional practice groups. | View Profile | |
Mr Daniel Londoño Pinzón | Partner, member of the Banking, Finance & Capital Markets, Corporate / Mergers… | View Profile | |
Mr Jose Luis Suárez | Managing Partner of the Firm, co-leads the Banking, Finance & Capital Markets… | View Profile | |
Mr José Luis Palacios Verswyvel | Partner | View Profile | |
Mrs Juanita Pérez Botero | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Mauricio Piñeros Perdomo | Partner, head of the Tax & Customs practice area, member of the… | View Profile | |
Mr Nicolás Potdevin Stein | Director of the Customs area of the Tax & Customs practice group. | View Profile | |
Mr Juan David Quintero Sánchez | Partner | View Profile | |
Mrs Paula Samper Salazar | Partner, head of the Real Estate practice and of the Pro Bono… | View Profile | |
Mrs Lina Uribe García | Partner, member of the Energy & Natural Resources and the Corporate/M&A practice… | View Profile | |
Mrs Patricia Vergara Gómez | Director, head of the Labour practice. | View Profile | |
Mr Germán Villamil Pardo | Partner. | View Profile |
Staff Figures
Total staff : 250Languages
English (fluent) SpanishOther
Partners : 20- Banking and finance
- Capital markets
- City focus > Cali
- City focus > Medellín
- Corporate and M&A
- Environment
- Tax