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Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas > The Legal 500 Rankings
Colombia > Banking and finance Tier 1
‘Always available and attentive‘, Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas‘ banking group strikes the right note with its ability to work ‘very collaboratively to achieve the client’s goals‘. Equally adept at advising lenders and borrowers, the Bogotá platform of the global firm is particularly well versed in transactions involving the energy, infrastructure, transport and financial services industries. In a recent highlight example of its transport prowess, Catalina Pinilla — who specialises in banking, finance and insolvency matters — represented multinational airline Avianca Holding on local matters related to its $1.6bn exit financing as part of its corporate reorganisation. Bogotá office managing partner Bernardo Cárdenas is a high-profile name for banking and finance deals, especially with regard to the natural resources sector, where he brings to bear strong experience in representing multinational lenders and borrowers in major financings. Corporate head Eduardo Cárdenas also has a significant banking and finance dimension to his practice; he recently advised Bancolombia (as lender) in two project financing agreements granted to infrastructure concessionaires Devimed and Devisab, worth a combined COP$971bn. Pablo Jaramillo, who is widely hailed for his projects expertise, is another senior member of the team. The group also includes talented senior associate Felipe Molano, who handles a mix of banking and M&A work. Associate Ángela Botía departed the firm to join Rio Money Transfer in October 2021, while associate Daniela Mejía left two months later.Practice head(s):
Testimonials
‘The team works very collaboratively to achieve the client’s goals.’
‘Lawyers are always available and attentive to everything that happens in the transaction. Proximity to the client is key to resolving all critical situations that arise in the framework of negotiations.’
Key clients
United States International Development Finance Corporation
Deva Capital Investment Company
Avianca Holdings
PNC Bank, National Association
PIO
Puerto Bahía Colombia de Urabá
Puerto Antioquia Holding
Bancolombia
International Finance Corporation
IDB Invest
Accial Management
EcoEnterprises Funds
Bancar Technologies
Work highlights
- Acted as local counsel to Avianca Holdings and its subsidiaries in an element of its $1.6bn exit financing, as part of its reorganisation plan confirmed by the Bankruptcy Court of the Southern District of New York.
- Acted as local counsel to PNC Bank, National Association, as administrative agent, in a senior secured credit facility totalling $350m.
- Advised Puertos Inversiones y Obras, Puerto Bahía Colombia de Urabá and Puerto Antioquia Holding on the local aspects of the regulatory framework for port concessions and several contractual matters related to the Puerto Antioquia port project, including financing issues.
Colombia > Capital markets Tier 2
Equally adept in representing issuers and underwriters, Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas' recent work is well weighted between examples of both types of transactions. Among its key highlights, Colombia managing partner Bernardo Cárdenas advised Frontera Energy Corporation on its $400m notes offering. He also acted as Colombian counsel to BofA Securities and HSBC Securities (USA), as initial purchasers, on Interconexión Eléctrica’s $330m debt offering. Cárdenas co-heads the capital markets practice together with seasoned specialist Eduardo Cárdenas and dua-qualified (Colombia/New York) Catalina Pinilla. The group also includes increasingly prominent senior associate Felipe Molano, who handles a mix of finance and corporate work. Senior associate Daniela Mejía left the firm in December 2021.Practice head(s):
Bernardo Cárdenas; Eduardo Cárdenas; Catalina Pinilla
Key clients
Frontera Energy Corporation
BofA Securities
HSBC Securities (USA)
Gran Colombia Gold Corp
Work highlights
- Acted as Colombian counsel to Frontera Energy Corporation on its $400m Rule 144A/Reg.S notes offering.
- Acted as Colombian counsel to BofA Securities and HSBC Securities (USA), as initial purchasers, on Interconexión Eléctrica’s $330m Rule 144A/Reg.S debt offering.
- Advised Gran Colombia Gold Corp on its inaugural Rule 144A/Reg.S bond offering of $300m in senior unsecured notes.
Colombia > Corporate and M&A Tier 2
‘Comprised of ethical and pragmatic problem-solvers‘, Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas‘s team strikes the right note with its lawyers’ ability to create a ‘friendly and trusting environment‘. A strong performer in multi-jurisdictional deals, where it can lean on the wider firm’s extensive global network for support, the group also handles a steady stream of sizeable domestic transactions. Moreover, despite the pandemic, the firm opened an office in Medellin in October 2020, giving it an on-the-ground presence in the country's second city and entrepreneurial heartand. The team is also distinguished by its increasing presence in the energy and healthcare spheres. Senior name Eduardo Cárdenas jointly heads the group alongside Mauricio Borrero — together, they acted as Colombian counsel to Ron La Hechicera, a distillery and producer of premium rum in Colombia, on the acquisition of majority shareholding in the company by Pernod Ricard. Other recommended partners include Bernardo Cárdenas, who handles M&A and finance matters (and is also the key contact for Medellin), and transactional energy specialists Jorge Neher and Santiago González. At associate level, senior associate Santiago Miramón secures strong reviews from clients for providing ‘excellent transactional advice‘. Other key associates for the corporate team are senior lawyer Felipe Molano, who is experienced in domestic and cross-border matters, and María Paula Álvarez, who sits in the corporate and real estate groups. Partner Alejandra Bonilla left to re-join her previous company, Frontera Energy, in March 2021.Practice head(s):
Eduardo Cárdenas; Mauricio Borrero
Testimonials
‘An excellent practice. Lawyers are very detail-oriented, which is a very important trait for M&A transactions.’
‘The team is comprised of ethical and pragmatic problem-solvers. The firm demonstrates the highest ethical standards in business deals.’
‘A very friendly and trusting environment was created with the work team. Associate Santiago Miramón was the legal point of reference during and after the transaction with very positive results.‘
‘The firm provided excellent transactional advice. It helped us manage a complex process, with a series of contracts, for more than a year. Santiago Miramón (associate) distinguished himself though his work.’
Key clients
Deva Capital Management
Fondo de Inversión Colectiva Inmobiliario de Renta Davivienda Corredores
Lucens Capital
New Stratus Energy
Ron La Hechicera
Puertos Inversiones y Obras
Upfield
PCR Investments
Black Orchid
Laika
Work highlights
- Advised Deva Capital Management on a joint venture with Refinancia to develop an investment structure to effect the proposed acquisition of two subsidiaries of Encore Capital Group in Colombia and Peru that own non-performing loan portfolios.
- Advised the real estate investment fund of Corredores Davivienda (Fondo de Inversión Colectiva Inmobiliario de Renta Davivienda Corredores) on the acquisition of two last-mile warehouses.
- Advised Argentina-headquartered Lucens Capital Partners on the acquisition of Colombia’s Summum Energy.
Colombia > Energy and natural resources Tier 2
Clients value Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas for its ‘responsiveness and ability to transcend legal issues to provide good practical advice'. The multidisciplinary practice is particularly well-primed to handle transactions, including M&A, project finance and securities offerings, but it is also equipped to advise on regulatory matters. Venezuela-qualified Jorge Neher is a ‘practical and sagacious lawyer' and leads the energy practice in Latin America and the Caribbean; he is noted for his focus on hydrocarbons and mining. Other senior names include Hernán Rodríguez, who demonstrates ‘comprehensive knowledge of mining issues', and corporate finance specialist Bernardo Cárdenas. Up-and-coming energy specialist Santiago González is acclaimed as an ‘expert in advising companies in the oil and gas sector'; he handles a mix of transactional and regulatory matters. María Margarita Lorduy, who is associate director of the firm’s environmental practice, is also recommended.Practice head(s):
Jorge Neher; Santiago González; Bernardo Cárdenas; James Valdiri Reyes; Hernán Rodriguez
Testimonials
‘The energy and natural resources team at Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas is characterised by its professionalism, personalised attention and, above all, by providing the best legal advice to make the client’s operation viable.’
‘Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas is known for its strong, industry-aware team and practical advice. We value the Dentons team for its responsiveness and ability to transcend legal issues to provide good practical advice.’
‘We recommend Hernán Rodríguez for his knowledge of the area and its processes, quality in argumentation, and problem solving.’
‘Santiago González is an expert in advising companies in the oil and gas sector in Colombia. He is a comprehensive professional, who stands out for knowing the client in detail and for designing the best possible legal strategy for the cases that may arise.’
‘The team is characterised by its professional, efficient and timely service, which — under the leadership of Hernán Rodríguez — has guaranteed comprehensive analysis of the cases, validating the recommendations provided from the different areas of law with their possible repercussions and action plans.‘
‘Hernán Rodríguez stands out for his comprehensive knowledge of mining issues and the different interrelated areas, his excellent interpersonal relationships (not only with clients but also with the union and authorities), and his commitment, capacity and sense of responsibility.’
‘Jorge Neher is a practical and sagacious lawyer, oriented to obtain the results expected by the company through the development of adequate legal strategies.‘
‘Associate María Margarita Lorduy is highlighted for her sense of responsibility and commitment to promptly address cases that arise in environmental law.‘
Key clients
Patterson-UTI Management Services
Lucens Capital Partners
Pluspetrol Colombia
ONGC Videsh (Sucursal Colombiana)
Petroquimica Comodoro Rivadavia (PCR)
La Luna E&P
Nortesantandereana de Gas (Norgas)
Lincoln Soldaduras de Colombia
Sociedad Portuaria Puerto Bahía
Gran Tierra Energy
Internacional de Pipelines DAIP
New Stratus Energy
Work highlights
- Acted as local advisor to Patterson-UTI Energy on the proposed acquisition of 100% of Pioneer Energy Services Corp’s shares, and indirectly the acquisition of 100% of the shares of Pioneer’s Colombian subsidiaries.
- Advised Lucens Capital Partners on the acquisition of oil services company, Summum Energy.
- Advised Pluspetrol on the process of qualifying as a potential bidder for oil and gas blocks, as part of a scheme launched by Colombia’s National Hydrocarbons Agency.
Colombia > Intellectual property Tier 2
Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas climbs a tier on the back of its increasingly high-profile client roster, which includes new wins Paramount and Tik Tok, alongside long-established clients such as Microsoft and Anheuser-Busch. The 12-lawyer-strong practice handles the full gamut of patent, trade mark and copyright matters, from prosecution through to litigation and transactional matters. It also draws on the wider firm’s full-service offering to provide support in complementary areas, including consumer protection, product liability and regulatory issues. Luz Helena AdarvePractice head(s):
Luz Helena Adarve; Juanita Acosta
Testimonials
‘The team is excellent.’
‘Lawyers provide strong responses and are fast and very practical in everything, particularly Juanita Acosta.’
Key clients
Colombina
ByteDance / Tik Tok
Cine Colombia
Microsoft Colombia
Bavaria & Cia
Little Dutch Trading
Paramount
Avianca
Anheuser-Busch
Demetria Colombia
Reckitt Benckiser Colombia
Nextleaf Solutions
Laboratorios Baxter
Fast Colombia
Instituto Grifols
Zambon Colombia
Teleperformance
Rhino Entertainment Company
Takeda
Work highlights
- Advised Colombina on its brand portfolio, including on the recovery of the trade mark “BON BON BUM” in Guinea, which was temporarily assigned to a third party who wanted to keep the trade mark.
- Advised ByteDance and Tik Tok on the review and identification of red flags concerning potential gambling issues in relation to video games and content classification.
- Prosecuted the patent applications of Microsoft Technology Licensing in Colombia.
Colombia > Projects Tier 2
Projects lawyers at Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas are commended for their ‘ability to generate consensus at the negotiating table'. The team stands out for its activity in the port sector, where it is representing Puerto Bahía Colombia de Urabá and Puertos Inversiones y Obras on development projects; it also frequently handles energy and other transport infrastructure work. Pablo Jaramillo heads the transactional side of the practice, with support from associate Laura Streubel; together they are highlighted as ‘high-performance professionals'. Other key contacts include project finance specialist Bernardo Cárdenas and Catalina Pinilla, who has strong experience in representing multilateral entities.Practice head(s):
Pablo Jaramillo
Testimonials
‘It is a very committed team, knowledgeable about transactions, with a commercial vocation and fully capable of quickly identifying the pros and cons of situations for its clients.‘
‘Lawyers are always available and their performance is comparable to the best lawyers from top international firms.’
‘The team dedicated to infrastructure is excellent, I highlight Pablo Jaramillo and associate Laura Streubel: they are both high-performance professionals, their advice provides confidence, they perform with leadership and the ability to generate consensus at the negotiating table. They are always kind, attentive and very quick to respond.‘
Key clients
Puerto Bahía Colombia de Urabá
Puertos Inversiones y Obras
United Nations Industrial Development Organization Headquarters (UNIDO)
Work highlights
- Advising Puerto Bahía Colombia de Urabá on the regulatory framework for port concessions and contractual matters related to the design, construction, operation and maintenance of a greenfield multipurpose port facility located in the Gulf of Urabá, Antioquia.
- Acting for Puertos Inversiones y Obras, the developer of a multipurpose port terminal located in Bahía, on all aspects related to the structuring of the port concession, the terms of the investment agreement and negotiation with other equity investors of the project.
- Advising United Nations Industrial Development Organization Headquarters (UNIDO) on the ‘Energy Districts in Colombia – Phase II’ project, which aims to foster energy-efficient and sustainable urban development by promoting the development of Energy Districts.
Colombia > Public law Tier 2
Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas advises domestic and multinational companies on a broad array of public law matters, including contentious procurement issues and sanctions proceedings. Department lead Ximena Zuleta is a ‘skilful attorney with a very relevant commercial awareness‘ and has an emphasis on bidding processes, including contentious work. Andrés Fernández de Soto is noted for his record in administrative law disputes and Pablo Jaramillo is focused on project transactions. At associate level Laura Streubel, who sits in the project development group, and the ‘fully committed‘ Nicolás Díaz are recommended.Practice head(s):
Ximena Zuleta
Testimonials
‘Broad knowledge on public procurement matters. From partners to juniors, the whole team gets into details of the transaction/case so the client feels confident speaking with any of them.‘
‘Ximena Zuleta has plenty of experience and expertise. She is such a skilful attorney with a very relevant commercial awareness. Nicolás Diaz is skilful associate, fully committed to provide legal advice on time and with the quality that clients expect.’
Key clients
Puerto Bahía Colombia de Urabá
Work highlights
- Advising Puerto Bahía Colombia de Urabá on the regulatory framework for port concessions, public law, and several contractual matters, including advising the client on the contractual management of the port concession with the National Infrastructure Agency.
Colombia > Tax Tier 2
‘A collaborative team that understands the nuances of the business', Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas' tax group is valued by sources for its ‘knowledge and experience in the various areas that must be handled'. On the non-contentious front, it handles tax advisory work, tax planning and transaction structuring for an impressive roster of domestic and multinational clients. The department is also well versed in transfer pricing and tax litigation. Practice head Camilo Cortés is noted for his broad experience, which spans the full range of contentious and non-contentious matters. Other senior names to note include partners Carmen Sanabria and Ernesto Lopez. Associate Natalia Dávila left the firm in January 2022.Practice head(s):
Camilo Cortés
Testimonials
‘We recommend the team for the careful attention given by both partners and associates. Lawyers demonstrate professionalism and real understanding of the client’s concerns.’
‘In tax matters, in relation to mergers and foreign exchange issues, DCC has highly competent lawyers with knowledge and experience in the various areas that must be handled. Previously, I have had contact with firms that handle tax issues but not mergers; or that know about exchange issues but not mergers.’
‘It is a collaborative team that understands the nuances of the business and is attentive to resolving clients’ doubts and concerns.’
‘We value the firm’s knowledge and experience in different areas.’
‘We highlight the simplicity of the provided advice and the warm attention of its lawyers.’
Key clients
Sancho BBDO
Televisa
Deva Capital
Orbia Colombia
Fondo Corredores Davivienda
Worldpay
RIA Financial
Clorox de Colombia
Minera el Roble
Puerto Antioquia
Work highlights
- Advised Deva Capital on a structure to disburse a loan to Colombian companies which will be paid in Colombian pesos; the structure was designed to minimise the applicable taxes and comply with foreign exchange requirements.
- Advised Orbia Colombia on the tax implications of operating in Colombia and implementing a fidelity programme.
- Advised Lucens Capital Partners on structuring the transfer of assets and compliance with the closing conditions, resulting in a minimum tax impact for the client.
Colombia > Competition and antitrust Tier 3
Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas' strength in advising on the local leg of multi-jurisdictional merger reviews was recently demonstrated by its roles in a clutch of high-profile transactions. Ximena Zuleta has an emphasis on public law, competition and dispute resolution and acted for Groupe Lactalis on the merger control procedure connected to its acquisition of the international cheese business of Kraft Heinz. Senior associate Carlos Arboleda left the firm.Practice head(s):
Ximena Zuleta
Key clients
Groupe Lactalis
Amazon
Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial
BASF Química Colombiana
Fresenius Medical Care Colombia
Yellowstone Capital Partners
Derco de Colombia
Kantar Ibope Media
Mastercard Colombia
Work highlights
- Advised France-based milk and dairy producer Groupe Lactalis on the merger control procedure before the SIC of its acquisition of the international cheese business of Kraft Heinz.
- Advised Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial, Spanish subsidiary of Germany-based publisher Bertelsmann, on the merger control procedure in Colombia triggered by its acquisition of RBA Libros’ children and young adult businesses.
- Represented Yellowstone Capital Partners Investment Fund II in the merger control procedure connected to its joint acquisition, together with Grupo Spectrum, of a controlling interest in two shopping malls.
Dispute resolution > Litigation Tier 3
Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas fields a full-service dispute resolution practice, which is equipped to advise on the full spread of contentious matters, from pre-litigation advice through to major litigation and arbitration proceedings. The firm’s extensive global network marks it as a key partner for multinational companies, with Ford, Samsung and Donaldson Company among its representative clients — it also enjoys close relationships with leading domestic and regional corporations. Andrés Fernández de Soto co-heads the department and brings nearly four decades of experience to his role; he recently paired up with public law and competition specialist Ximena Zuleta to represent Aecom Technical Services in landmark state-private company litigation, in which a governmental entity is claiming breach of contract for the supervision of a major Colombian resettlement project. Senior associate Paula Vejarano co-leads the practice and combines strength in litigation and arbitration matters. Other key associates include Carlos Miranda, who is noted for commercial and administrative litigation, and Daniel Jimenez Pastor, who has a focus on dispute resolution connected to corporate transactions.Practice head(s):
Andres Fernandez de Soto; Paula Vejarano
Key clients
Collins Aerospace
FAM
Autopistas de Urabá
Bunker Holding Group
Grupo Familia
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)
Hella Automotive
Rappi
Thyssenkrupp
Intralot
Parmalat
Aecom Technical Services
Azteca Comunicaciones (TV Azteca)
Ford Motor Company
ZF Group
Donaldson Company
Consorcio Aguas de Aburrá HHA (Acciona Agua / Hyundai Engineering and Construction / Hyundai Engineering)
Consorcio MASA–Acciona (Mantenimiento y Montajes Industriales / Acciona Infraestructura)
Samsung
Morgan Stanley
Work highlights
- Representing Ford Motor de Venezuela in a civil lawsuit initiated by a local dealer, who claimed the existence of a commercial agency agreement and sought damages for alleged undue termination of the distribution agreement.
- Advising Aecom Technical Services in state-private company litigation, in which a governmental entity claimed breach of contract for the supervision of a major Colombian resettlement project.
- Representing Grupo Familia in two lawsuits against the Superintendence of Industry and Commerce, seeking the annulment of two fines imposed in 2016 for admitted participation in a price-fixing cartel.
Colombia > Environment Tier 3
‘A high-level legal team in environmental issues', Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas' group strikes the right note with its ‘in-depth and up-to-date knowledge'. The practice handles a comprehensive range of matters, from environmental evaluations and compliance audits, through to due diligence and contentious proceedings. In terms of industry sweet spots, the firm’s robust energy practice ensures it is particularly active in the energy and natural resources sphere, but it also represents clients operating in the infrastructure, agriculture, manufacturing and transport sectors. Associate practice director María Margarita Lorduy heads the team and is roundly praised for ‘deep knowledge and mental acuity'. Energy and natural resources specialist Hernán Rodríguez is also noted.Practice head(s):
María Margarita Lorduy
Testimonials
‘It is a high-level legal team in environmental issues. María Margarita Lorduy, head of the team, has a high level of knowledge in environmental legal issues and her team of lawyers is very good. Her charisma, attention, kindness, diligence and professionalism are the team’s strengths.’
‘Outstanding legal services with in-depth and up-to-date knowledge on the most relevant environmental matters across various industries.‘
‘The team has the commercial awareness to provide valuable legal input to the client’s decision-making process.’
‘María Margarita Lorduy provides excellent legal advice on environmental-related matters. She and her team look at the relevant assets involved in a project or transaction in a comprehensive way to warn about potential challenges and/or contingencies. It is a very competent team, led by an extraordinary leader.’
‘María Margarita Lorduy is one of the leaders in environmental law matters in Colombia, and she stands out for her deep knowledge and mental acuity. It is a pleasure to have the opportunity to work with her. She works hard to consolidate the culture of collaboration among environmental law professionals in Colombia.’
‘María Margarita Lorduy demonstrates strong knowledge, service efficiency and responsiveness.’
Key clients
ONGC Videsh (sucursal Colombiana)
La Luna E&P
Gran Colombia Gold Corp
Lincoln Soldaduras de Colombia
Puerto Bahía Colombia de Urabá
Statkraft
Rio Tinto Minera Perú
Orea Mining Corporation
Strabag
Proyecto E
Work highlights
- Advised the Colombian branch of ONGC Videsh on establishing a biological corridor named ‘The Puma Triangle’ by the local environmental authority and its implications for ONGC’s operations and also on the feasibility of conducting an injection and reinjection pilot as a minor change.
- Acted for La Luna (and its Colombian branch), on day-to-day legal and regulatory matters regarding its oil-and-gas operations in Colombia, including environmental matters.
- Advised Lincoln Soldaduras de Colombia in strategic environmental matters, including on designing a defence strategy before the local environmental authority in an environmental sanctioning procedure.
Colombia > Life sciences Tier 3
Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas' multidisciplinary life sciences group brings to bear cross-practice experience in IP, regulatory affairs, tax matters and consumer law — among other areas. The team draws on the wider global firm’s cutting-edge expertise in medical cannabis to provide a comprehensive offering in that sphere, but it also acts for companies in the pharma, food and beverage, cosmetic, IT and consumer product segments. The department is co-led by IP and technology specialist Luz Helena AdarvePractice head(s):
Luz Helena Adarve; Catalina Pinilla; Santiago González
Key clients
Blueberries Medical Corp
Avicanna
Analizar Laboratorio Clínico Automatizado
La Santa
Griffols
Biosidus
Lundbeck
Xebra Brands
Cannopy
Baxter
Zambon
Vivy
Work highlights
- Advised Instituto Grifols on the pharmacological evaluation and renewal of one of its products before the Specialised Chamber of Medicines and Biological Products of INVIMA.
- Advised Medion Grifols Diagnostics on the technical and legal review of documents for application and obtaining the renewal of health registrations before the Sanitary Authority (INVIMA).
- Represented Zambon Colombia on its request for the renewal of the medicine ZAMBON MONURIL 3G before INVIMA.
Dispute resolution > Arbitration Tier 4
According to sources, Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas demonstrates ‘strong legal knowledge and understanding' in its handling of arbitration cases. The group is noted for its experience in both domestic and international commercial arbitration proceedings; in terms of the latter, its ability to plug into the wider firm’s extensive global network is a significant asset. Department head Andrés Fernández de Soto acts as both arbitral counsel and arbitrator and brings over 35 years' experience to his role. Senior associate Paula Vejarano, who is a listed arbitrator for both the Cali and Medellín Chambers’ of Commerce, is also a key contact.Practice head(s):
Andres Fernandez de Soto; Paula Vejarano
Testimonials
‘We appreciate the team’s strong legal knowledge and understanding of the necessities. Lawyers take extreme care in handling the different issues and demonstrate a strong ethical sense.‘
Key clients
Collins Aerospace
FAM
Autopistas de Urabá
Bunker Holding Group
Grupo Familia
ONGC
Hella Automotive
Rappi
Thyssenkrupp
Intralot
Parmalat
Aecom Technical Services
Azteca Comunicaciones (TV Azteca)
Ford Motor Company
ZF Group
Donaldson Company
Consorcio Aguas de Aburrá HHA (Acciona Agua SAU / Hyundai Engineering and Construction Co. / Hyundai Engineering Co.)
Consorcio MASA – Acciona (Mantenimiento y Montajes Industriales / Acciona Infraestructura)
Samsung
Morgan Stanley
Work highlights
- Representing a multinational infrastructure and engineering group in a domestic arbitration against a public entity.
- Advising an international engineering consortium in an ICC international arbitration against a public entity, in a case concerning a construction contract for a waste management plant.
Colombia > Labour and employment Tier 4
The labour and employment practice at Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas assists domestic and multinational clients with a wide range of advisory, transactional support and contentious matters. The team frequently works alongside other departments in the full-service firm to provide holistic advice on strategic matters, but it is also a popular choice to advise on standalone, day-to-day issues. Lorena Arámbula steers the group and also maintains an active commercial and corporate practice. Associate Laura Mateus provides focused support on labour, social security and immigration matters, including litigation.Practice head(s):
Lorena Arámbula
Colombia > Real estate Tier 4
Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas's real estate team strikes the right note with its ‘immediate attention, knowledge and willingness to respond to requests‘. The group handles a wide range of real estate work, with real estate transactions, financing matters and hotel-related issues standing as key strong suits. Corporate and finance specialist Eduardo Cárdenas heads the team, with support from tax partner Camilo Cortés, and associates María Paula Álvarez and Andres Diaz — both of whom sit within the firm’s real estate and corporate groups.Practice head(s):
Eduardo Cárdenas
Testimonials
‘Our experience with Dentons has been unique because the team exceeds all our expectations.’
‘Lawyers approach projects in a holistic manner, involving different areas of the team, and are responsible for transmitting their concepts in a timely, clear and concise way.‘
‘People are the firm’s most important differentiator, since lawyers demonstrate an attitude of service and commitment to the client.‘
‘Specifically, we have worked with María Paula Álvarez, to whom we are very grateful as she has been a true ally in achieving the strategic objectives of our company. She is always present, contributing initiatives that have been very beneficial and trying to simplify and manage issues from different perspectives.’
‘We value the effectiveness and constant monitoring of the procedures that we entrust to the firm.‘
‘We highlight its immediate attention, knowledge and willingness to respond to requests.’
‘It is a great team of professionals, with excellent dispositions and extensive knowledge. Lawyers support our legal tasks very well, from all fronts of the law.‘
‘In addition to legal knowledge, they are pro-business lawyers who, instead of putting up obstacles, try to have solutions for each situation.’
Key clients
Fondo de Inversión Inmobiliaria de Davivienda Corredores
Actual Corp Colombia
Inversiones Acasa
Proyecto E
Santa Barbara Investments
Cárdenas Villa & Cia
Persona Natural
Aite
Work highlights
- Advised Fondo de Inversión Colectiva Inmobiliaria de Renta Davivienda Corredores on the acquisition of 18% of the fiduciary rights of the trust that owns the BOG Américas Business Center in Bogotá.
- Advised Actual Corp Colombia on the joint acquisition of different properties located in the Municipality of Itagüí, for subsequent real estate development.
- Advised Proyecto E on day-to-day matters, including real estate issues.
Colombia > TMT Tier 5
Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas‘ TMT offering is particularly weighted towards technology work, drawing on the firm’s IP and technology practice and its privacy and cybersecurity group. Other areas of activity include media and entertainment, advertising and consumer protection. Juanita Acosta is highly regarded for her experience in privacy and e-commerce matters and co-heads the department together with IP expert Luz Helena AdarvePractice head(s):
Luz Helena Adarve; Juanita Acosta
Testimonials
‘A cross-functional team that has good experience in personal data.’
‘We highlight the agility and participation of the partners in the resolution of matters.’
Key clients
HBO Max
Accenture
TUL
Lulo Bank
Casio
Laika
Chr Hansen
Work highlights
- Advising HBO Max on personal data processing in compliance with local regulations, and specifically on the requirements set by Colombian law and the Data Protection Authority for international data transfers and transmissions.
- Advising Accenture on all aspects of its business operations, with an emphasis on transactional and contractual issues, and compliance with local regulations, such as the requirements set for international data transfers and transmissions.
- Assisting Colombian start-up Tul with the implementation of an integral programme for personal data management, which included an in-depth analysis of its activities and processes, along with all of its relevant documents.
Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas > Firm Profile
Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas is a colombian firm with more than 100 years in the local market. Since its combination with Dentons in 2016, Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas has achieved not only local notoriety but a global perspective.
Colombia is Latin America’s third largest economy and one of the region’s most dynamic markets. Led by a strong fiscal climate and robust commodity exports, business opportunity abounds throughout the urban centers in the Andes to the coastal cities on its two ocean shores Atlantic and Pacific, this country offers clients from many sectors around the world the benefits of expanding and globalizing their business.
Clients trust Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas to deliver because of their long-held reputation for quality and responsiveness. Their clients benefit from Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas for being a truly global firm. Whether they have local, regional, or global needs, they benefit from the investment that the firm, the largest in the world, has made in innovation and technology. Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas was also the recipient of Chambers and Partners’ Outstanding Client Service Award.
They also benefit from Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas ability to connect talent to opportunity in relation to broader business needs such as capital, best practices, and international decision makers. Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas has the geographical footprint to support their needs in Colombia, across Latin America and the Caribbean, and in the rest of the world.
Benefit of the presence of Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas, part of the largest law firm in the world, which offers tradition, innovation and talent in two of the main markets in the country, Bogotá and Medellín. Bogotá as capital city and economic center of the country, and Medellín as the second largest city of Colombia, and the main industrial city with an economy driven by the textile, financial services, food and beverages, infrastructure and commerce sectors.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Managing Partner | Bernardo Cardenas | bernardo.cardenas@dentons.com | (+57)6014767000 |
Corporate / M&A | Eduardo Cardenas | eduardo.cardenas@dentons.com | (+57)6014767000 |
Tax | Camilo Cortés | camilo.cortes@dentons.com | (+57)6014767000 |
Labor & Employment | Lorena Arambula | lorena.arambula@dentons.com | (+57)6014767000 |
Oil & Gas | Jorge Neher | jorge.neher@dentons.com | (+57)6014767000 |
Mining | Hernan Rodriguez | hernan.rodriguez@dentons.com | (+57)6014767000 |
Compliance & Antitrust | Carmen Sanabria | carmen.sanabria@dentons.com | (+57)6014767000 |
Projects & Infrastructure | Ximena Zuleta | ximena.zuleta@dentons.com | (+57)6014767000 |
Projects & Infrastructure | Pablo Jaramillo | pablo.jaramillo@dentons.com | (+57)6014767000 |
Intellectual Property | Juanita Acosta | juanita.acosta@dentons.com | (+57)6014767000 |
Intellectual Property | Luz Helena Adarve | luz.adarve@dentons.com | (+57)6014767000 |
Corporate - Capital Markets | Catalina Pinilla | catalina.pinilla@dentons.com | (+57)6014767000 |
Oil & Gas | Santiago Gonzalez | satiago.gonzalez@dentons.com | (+57)6014767000 |
Tax | Ernesto Lopez | ernesto.lopez@dentons.com | (+57)6014767000 |
Mining | James Valdiri | james.valdiri@dentons.com | (+57)6014767000 |
Litigation & Dispute Resolution | Andres Fernandez de Soto | andres.fernandezdesoto@dentons.com | (+57)6014767000 |
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