Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría’s team is geared towards advising on corporate criminal risks, including designing and implementing compliance programmes. It is also active in administrative and criminal litigation, where it represents both corporate clients and victims. Department co-head Pamela Alarcón is a growing force in the area and has recently undertaken compliance work for Cochlear Colombia and Advent International, among others. Seasoned litigator Juan Carlos Forero co-heads the group and is noted for criminal litigation. In April 2024, principal associate Andrea Succar returned to the practice following a period in Spain, including six months at Uría Menéndez. Principal associate Armando Lacouture left to establish his own firm in August 2024, while junior associate Paola Silva left to join the judiciary in February 2025.
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Testimonials
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‘We highlight the team for its knowledge and client service.’
‘Pamela Alarcón and associate Andrea Succar provide the best services; they always offer the right advice within the timeframes.’
‘I think the team’s soft skills are its strong suit; lawyers offer excellent client service.’
Key clients
- Compañía de Levaduras Levapan
- Accenture
- Cochlear Colombia
- Advent International
- Canal Extensia América
- Diana Corporación
- CRRC Changchun Colombia Railway Vehicles
- Grupo Argos
- Husqvarna Colombia
- Plastilene
- Universal Music Colombia
- EDF Colombia
Work highlights
Represented Canal Extensia América in criminal proceedings conducted by the Office of the Attorney General against several former employees of Canal Extensia América and Triple A.
Advised Cochlear Colombia on regulatory compliance issues.
Advised Accenture corporate compliance and risk management matters.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Leading associates
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Andrea Succar
Practice head
Juan Carlos Forero; Pamela Alarcón