According to satisfied clients, Brigard Urrutia’s competition and antitrust team ‘does not get lost in theoretical abstractions, but rather provides direct and actionable advice’. The firm’s dominant corporate practice ensures that it is routinely involved in major control procedures before the SIC and the Civil Aviation Authority (Aerocivil), including large-scale cases with a cross-border element, where it often works closely with leading global firms. Additionally, the group leverages extensive experience in antitrust investigations, competition litigation and leniency agreements. Department head Alejandro Garcia de Brigard receives strong reviews for his pragmatic approach and commercial acumen, which combine to frame his ’valuable insights and contributions to decision-making processes’. Among Garcia’s recent matters, he represented Uber in an investigation conducted by the SIC into alleged violations of competition law, while he has also handled merger reviews on behalf of Millicom International Cellular, Compass Group and Schlumberger, among others. Director and practice co-ordinator Nicolás Cardona was formerly a lawyer at the SIC and is recommended for his ‘in-depth knowledge of the system, regulations, and authorities’. The team additionally draws on dual-qualified (New York/Colombia) senior associate Olga Maria Mutis, who joined in May 2024 from the Kozolchyk National Law Center — a US-based non-profit legal research and development institution.
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- ‘A team of highly specialized professionals with extensive knowledge and expertise. This diversity of talent, both at the partner and associate level, allows for a highly responsive team, providing solid advice in the face of challenges tied to diverse criteria or interpretations. Few firms offer this depth.’
- ‘Director Nicolás Cardona has earned the trust of clients for his exceptional availability and unwavering commitment. He is always willing to provide support, even under tight deadlines, maintaining consistent quality in his deliveries and responding promptly to any urgent request.’
Key clients
- Uber/Lieber Colombia
- Millicom International Cellular
Work highlights
Represented Uber in an investigation conducted by the SIC into alleged violations of competition law.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Nicolás Cardona
Olga Maria Mutis
Practice head
Alejandro García de Brigard