Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas’ ability to plug into the wider firm’s US platform is a big draw for clients, with its experience in Rule 144A/Reg.S offerings standing as a notable asset. Colombia managing partner Bernardo Cárdenas is dual-qualified in Colombia and New York and is a key contact for Rule 144A-related transactions. Also noted are corporate and finance specialist Eduardo Cárdenas and Felipe Alarcón, whose practice spans banking and finance, and capital markets work. The team was further strengthened by the September 2024 arrival of Daniela Mejía, who joined as partner from Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría, where she was associate co-ordinator.
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Key clients
- BBVA Securities Inc and Merrill Lynch
- Sun Valley Investments
- Morgan Stanley
- ExcelCredit
- TMF Group
- MPF Invest
Work highlights
Acted as local counsel to BBVA Securities and Merrill Lynch International, as initial purchasers, on Banco de Occidente's inaugural placement of subordinated notes in the international market.
Acted as local counsel to Sun Valley Investments on an unsolicited public tender offer to acquire common shares of Mineros.
Acted in conjunction with Dentons Canada to advise Sun Valley Investments on two acquisitions, securing a 24.9% stake in Mineros.
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Practice head
Bernardo Cárdenas; Eduardo Cárdenas; Felipe Alarcón; Daniela Mejía