Team size : 8

How do you approach managing legal aspects during periods of instability or crises, and how does your legal strategy align with the broader business strategy to ensure the organisation’s resilience?

As counsel for a public entity, managing crises is both a professional responsibility and a matter of public trust. In our work, the guiding principle is always the public interest, ensuring that the Agency fulfils its mission of delivering infrastructure projects that connect the country and foster national development.

When facing legal, political, financial, or operational challenges, I adopt an integrated approach that weighs all relevant factors—legal, technical, economic, and reputational. Strategic decisions in high-impact disputes must be not only legally sound but also measured against their long-term effect on the Agency’s ability to successfully advance its projects and deliver lasting public benefit.

Because many of these arbitrations are closely tied to strategic infrastructure goals, it is crucial that the legal strategy remains fully aligned with the Agency’s broader objectives. This alignment allows us to protect the public interest while preserving the momentum and viability of projects essential to the nation’s connectivity and growth.

What are the major cases or transactions you have been involved in recently?

The Agency manages one of the largest portfolios of international arbitrations in the country, both in terms of the number of cases and the value of the claims. It is the Colombian entity with the highest number of high-value international arbitrations, involving amounts in the hundreds of millions—and in some cases, billions—of US dollars.

I lead some of these proceedings, most arising from concession contracts and their execution, with the majority handled through international arbitration. Although the details remain confidential, these disputes often involve contractual and operational matters that directly affect the development and continuity of major infrastructure projects.

In addition to international arbitration, I also handle certain disputes through amigable composición, a mechanism similar to a dispute board, which offers a more collaborative avenue for resolving conflicts during project execution. This dual experience allows me to manage formal, high-stakes dispute resolution processes while also leveraging more flexible mechanisms for timely and effective outcomes.

What emerging technologies do you see as having the most significant impact on the legal profession in the near future, and how do you stay updated on these developments?

Artificial intelligence is transforming virtually all fields of professional activity, and the legal profession is no exception. In international arbitration—where disputes are highly complex and demand significant time and financial resources—the potential impact of AI is clear.

The vast volume of information, from extensive evidence to lengthy and technical written submissions, means that legal teams are continually seeking tools to enhance efficiency.

These tools are here to stay. In fact, some procedural orders in arbitral proceedings now include provisions on AI use, reflecting its growing prevalence and the need for proper governance. I remain updated through participation in legal technology forums, specialist training, and close monitoring of developments in arbitral practice to ensure that AI integration is both strategic and aligned with ethical and procedural safeguards.