‘A team of experts in corporate matters’, Martínez Quintero Mendoza González Laguado & de la Rosa strikes the right note with clients for its pro-business approach and impressive depth at top level. The team continues to grow following its April 2024 demerger from the DLA Piper network and it added an exhaustive list of new clients during 24/25, including many multinational companies attracted by its strong international experience. Notably, the firm opened a new office in Madrid in May 2024, which demonstrated its continuing commitment to transnational work. The department fields seven specialist partners including managing partner Camilo Martínez, who recently advised Grupo Gilinski on the acquisition of Grupo Nutresa. Dario Laguado Giraldo, who joined in April 2024 from Brigard Urrutia, is highly regarded for M&A and private equity transactions and recently advised Telefónica Colombia on its joint venture with Tigo Colombia to expand mobile network infrastructure. Other seasoned partners include Felipe Quintero, who fronts the Madrid office, and Juan Manuel de la Rosa, who has recently undertaken deals for Advent International and Exagon Impact Capital, among others. A growing group of talented younger partners includes Felipe Aristizabal, who closed over 16 deals during 24/25, as well as Juan Carlos Gambín and Juan Camilo Varón — both of whom made partner in January 2025. The area additionally draws on several active non-partners including director Laura Ricardo Ayerbe, who joined from Brigard Urrutia in April 2024; director Carlos Góngora, whose practice spans M&A, private equity and real estate; and senior associate Maria Alejandra Cabrera, who has a focus on corporate governance.
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Testimonials
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‘The firm possesses a wealth of knowledge in all areas, which how it can successfully carry out M&A projects. It knows the business, understands the details, and understands all the risks involved. It is comprehensive, works to the client's needs, and it can bring in additional resources, if necessary.’
‘A team of experts in corporate matters, with whom we work on the most complex and sensitive issues. It is highly qualified and reliable.’
‘Lawyers stand out for their experience and reputation. Managing partner Camilo Martínez stays close to our company and to the industry to which our company belongs.’
‘A highly capable team, recognized for its knowledge and experience in M&A and their strong negotiation skills. I highlight their excellent response times and commitment to successfully completing a transaction.’
‘Juan Manuel de la Rosa: experience in M&A and strong negotiation skills. Juan Carlos Gambín: excellent response times. Alejandro Restrepo (associate): excellent knowledge, strives to understand the business, and provides excellent service — his growth over recent years has been exceptional.’
‘The M&A practice combines advisory services with other essential business areas such as IP, labour, environmental, and litigation. This makes it an exceptional and comprehensive practice in providing legal solutions. Martínez's M&A attorneys stand out for their sense of service and strategy.’
‘Juan Manuel de la Rosa's team is exceptional. Along with Juan Carlos Gambín, Alejandro Restrepo, and Carlos Góngora, he forms an incredible team that perfectly understands the needs of the business and seeks to protect legal risks through efficient and practical alternatives. It goes beyond legal support.’
‘The team is unbeatable, it operates as our right and left hand. Lawyers always go above and beyond and anticipate the client's needs.’
Key clients
- Advent International
- Grupo Gilinski
- INCIA
- Telefónica
- Exagon Impact Capital
- Grupo Aval Acciones y Valores
- Laboratorios Biopas
- Globant
- Rymel
- Mercantil Colpatria
- Sanfer
- Visum Capital
- GreenYellow Energía Colombia
- Refocosta
- Venice Capital (Southern Cross Group)
- Samercol Inversiones
- Patria Investments
- Wivet
- Finexus Colombia
- ICO Medios
Work highlights
Advised Grupo Gilinski on the acquisition of Grupo Nutresa.
Advised INICIA on the $325m acquisition of Gerdau's stakes in Diaco and Gerdau Metaldom, Cyrgo and Kbina.
Acted for Telefónica Colombia on its joint venture with Tigo Colombia to expand mobile network infrastructure.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Laura Ricardo Ayerbe
Practice head
Camilo Martínez; Felipe Quintero; Juan Manuel De La Rosa; Felipe Aristizabal; Dario Laguado; Juan Carlos Gambín; Juan Camilo Varón