With a strong presence in a wide range of sectors, from consumer goods and energy to infrastructure, automotive and technology, Abeledo Gottheil Abogados provides legal support to domestic and international clients in M&A transactions and daily corporate matters. Joaquin Martinez handles M&A, foreign investments, and corporate law matters across the oil and gas, agribusiness, pharmaceutical, construction, mining, technology, and automotive industries. Martinez leads the practice alongside Pablo Pinnel and Javier Fernando Gelis, both of whom have over 30 years of experience in M&A and corporate law. Santiago Alemán and Mercedes Ocampos provide associate-level support.
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Testimonials
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'The Abeledo Gottheil Abogados team is highly professional, with extensive knowledge of M&A matters.'
'They understand all the legal aspects that must be reviewed and addressed in an M&A negotiation.'
'They are led by highly experienced staff who share their expertise with the team and the client. '
'They are very knowledgeable about legal matters and inspire confidence and certainty in the areas clients don't know.'
'Joaquin Martinez is an excellent lawyer with extensive knowledge and expertise.'
'They are always willing to collaborate, even in activities that go beyond the firm's own services.'
Key clients
- Nespon Inc.
- Baker Hughes
- Swarovski Group
- Swarovski
- Estudio Cancelas
- Shell-Raízen
- Virbac
- Zolo Solutions
- Lestar Quimica
Work highlights
Served as external counsel, drafting and finalizing SPA, advising on Colombian legal and labor law issues, and supporting negotiations in Nespon Inc's acquisition of CloudBlue Services SAS.
Practice head
Joaquin Martinez; Pablo Pinnel; Javier Fernando Gelis
Other key lawyers
Santiago Alemán; Mercedes Ocampos