Garrigues’ competition and antitrust team is commended for its ‘deep understanding of the regulatory framework and outstanding analytical skills’. Well versed across a broad scope of merger reviews, administrative investigations, unfair competition litigation and compliance issues, the team additionally stands out for its experience in heavily regulated sectors such as transport, technology, and oil-and-gas. A former Superintendent of the SIC, José Miguel De La Calle spearheads both the competition and public law departments; he is currently representing Hoteles de Occidente in an administrative investigation into allegedly anti-competitive practices in the hospitality sector. The group further draws on a deep pool of associates including principal David Toro, who demonstrates ’in-depth knowledge of the regulatory provisions’; senior Anamaría Rico, who is noted for her ‘excellent client service and knowledge’; and senior Adolfo Enrique Gómez, whose administrative law focus spans competition, data protection, consumer law and litigation. Former senior Julieth Sanclemente left the firm in August 2024.
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‘An interdisciplinary team capable of integrating diverse topics and including partners/lawyers from other areas in the analysis. It stands out for its excellent attitude, immediate feedback, and timely delivery.’
‘We value the personalised attention of lead partner José Miguel de la Calle, who demonstrates accessibility and availability at all times, as well as quality of service.’
‘Lawyers always go above and beyond and show excellent legal judgment, extensive subject matter knowledge, and strong interpersonal skills.’
‘We have worked on one case with this team. Overall, I believe it is characterised by its solid technical approach, deep understanding of the regulatory framework and outstanding analytical skills to address the issues addressed, in terms of administrative investigations by the SIC.’
‘We highlight Adolfo Enrique Gómez for his in-depth knowledge and willingness; David Toro for his knowledge of us as clients and equally in-depth knowledge of the regulatory provisions; and José Miguel De la Calle, as the key figure, for his comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.’
‘We appreciate the team for its knowledge of competition matters, for its experience in managing state entities such as the SIC, and for the experience of partner José Miguel de la Calle in managing competition processes.’
Key clients
- Hoteles de Occidente
- Municipio de Paez
- Indra Colombia
- Inchcape Colombia
- Blendhub Colombia
- Maximobility
- Grupo Empresarial Pinzón Muñoz
- EBANX Colombia
- Azul y Blanco Millonarios F.C.
- Central Bank of Colombia
- MercadoPago Colombia
- CENIT Transporte y Logística de Hidrocarburos
Work highlights
Represented Hoteles de Occidente in an administrative investigation into allegedly anti-competitive practices in the hospitality sector.
Advised the Central Bank of Colombia on the design and development of Bre-B, an immediate payment system.
Represented Azul y Blanco Millonarios FC in an investigation into allegedly anti-competitive practices carried out by football teams, the Major Division of Colombian Soccer (DIMAYOR), and the Colombian Football Federation in the context of the Colombian Women’s Football Tournament.
Lawyers
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Leading associates
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Anamaría Rico
David Toro
Practice head
José Miguel De la Calle