Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría’s Colombian competition practice forms a key part of its integrated regional offering, which also includes well-staffed platforms in Chile and Peru. The team’s international outlook ensures that it demonstrates ‘extensive specific knowledge of the subject, not only regarding Colombian law but also comparative law’, which marks it as a solid choice for cross-border investigations and merger reviews. The group also provides support on unfair competition litigation, as well as regulatory and compliance issues. Department head Diego Cardona additionally co-leads the TMT area and contributes extensive expertise in merger control procedures, administrative investigations and judicial proceedings. Cardona is acting in conjunction with the dispute resolution practice to represent Visa in an investigation into alleged anti-competitive conduct in the market for payment services in cross-border transactions. In March 2024, competition-focused Saella Moreno was promoted to senior associate, while associate Natalia Castilla left to study abroad.
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‘The team is always eager to address any questions regarding competition matters. Lawyers have extensive specific knowledge of the subject, not only regarding Colombian law but also comparative law, which gives them a special advantage.’
‘We appreciate the team’s lawyers for their knowledge, kindness, and familiarity with the issues discussed.’
‘Demonstrates extensive knowledge of local regulations.’
‘We value the team for its availability and timely responses.’
Key clients
- Visa
- Iliad / Atlas Investissement
- RCN Televisión
- Yumbo Limpio
- Fresenius Medical Care
- Whirlpool Colombia
- Canacol Energy
- Galba / Louis Dreyfus Company
- Brookfield CL Holdings
- Amberjack Capital Partners / Innovex Downhole Solutions Inc.
- Gerdau
Work highlights
Represented Visa in an administrative investigation brought by the SIC for alleged anti-competitive conduct in the market for payment services in cross-border transactions.
Advised Atlas on legal matters in Colombia related to its proposed takeover bid for Millicom International Cellular.
Advised RCN Televisión on various competition and regulatory matters related to its business activities.
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Practice head
Diego Cardona