Lawyers at Posse Herrera Ruiz attract praise for providing strategic advice that is ‘aligned with the client’s operational and commercial realities’. The arbitration practice routinely represents multinational corporations, local companies, sovereign governments and state and semi-state entities across the full range of domestic and international disputes, with notable experience in complex commercial and investor-state cases. Go-to dispute resolution co-head Daniel Posse and next-generation partner Daniela Corchuelo are highlighted together for their ’remarkable ability to anticipate risks and propose pragmatic solutions’; they recently teamed up to advise JMalucelli Travelers Seguros, as guarantor, on a dispute concerning a performance bond issued to secure a contractor’s obligations under the EPC contract for the construction and rehabilitation of sections of the Cartagena–Barranquilla highway. Carolina Posada co-leads the department and acted as local counsel to South32 Investments on an ICSID arbitration against the Republic of Colombia concerning its attempts to retroactively reassess royalties already paid by its Colombian subsidiary. The group also draws on arbitration-focused partner Estefanía Ponce and Juan Pablo Bonilla, who advises on judicial and arbitral disputes. A strong second line of non-partners includes arbitration practice director María Isabel Osorio and associate Camilo Canal, who advises on dispute resolution and insolvency matters. Senior associate Laura Vengoechea left to become a sole practitioner and arbitrator in November 2025, while senior associate Alejandro Casas left in April 2026.
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Testimonials
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- Posse Herrera Ruiz's key differentiator is the combination of technical excellence, a practical approach, and the constant involvement of its partners in all relevant matters, further supported by an outstanding team of associates. Daniel Posse is undoubtedly the best litigator we employ in Colombia, distinguished by his strategic acumen and handling of complex disputes. Carolina Posada excels at keeping cases moving forward steadily and for her exceptional management and follow-up skills. Daniela Corchuelo also stands out for her sound judgment, dedication, and coordination abilities. Together, the team is pragmatic, efficient, and fully focused on the client's needs.
- Posse Herrera Ruiz is distinguished by its truly international scope and its understanding that legal counsel must be practical, strategic and aligned with its clients' business objectives. Lawyers excel at providing clear and pragmatic recommendations, helping clients assess risks and make informed decisions in complex and dynamic environments. The team is highly efficient in its use of resources and in establishing cost-effective work structures, without sacrificing the involvement of its partners.
- Carolina Posada demonstrates extensive dispute resolution expertise and versatility in handling cases in ordinary civil, arbitration and administrative litigation. This versatility sets the team apart from many other firms.
- Carolina Posada demonstrates knowledge, skill and strategic sense, making her a reliable partner for highly complex processes.
- The firm stands out for its close relationship with clients and its commitment to understanding the business before making recommendations. Its advice is not merely technical, but strategic and aligned with the client's operational and commercial realities. Lawyers offer timely responses, practical solutions and ongoing support throughout the decision-making process. We work closely with Estefanía Ponce.
- This practice is distinguished by its business acumen and ability to provide technically sound advice with a strategic and practical approach. For in-house counsel, we highlight lawyers' high level of availability, clarity of recommendations and ability to anticipate risks as particularly valuable.
Key clients
- Via 40 Express
- South 32 SA Investments
- JMalucelli Travelers Seguros
- Inversiones Zárate Gutiérrez
- Colombian Natural Resources I (en reorganización)
- CNR III Sucursal Colombia (en reorganización)
- Alpina Productos Alimenticios
- Jeronimo Martins
- Orion Holdings
- Frontera Energy Colombia Corp Sucursal Colombia
- Consorcio Ruta 40
- Constructora ConConcreto
Work highlights
Advised Vía 40 Express on an international arbitration administered by the ICDR.
Acted as local counsel to South32 Investments on an ICSID arbitration against the Republic of Colombia concerning its attempts to retroactively reassess and collect royalties already levied and paid by Cerro Matoso, the Colombian subsidiary of South32.
Advised JMalucelli Travelers Seguros, as guarantor, on a dispute concerning a performance bond issued to secure a contractor’s obligations under the EPC contract for the construction and rehabilitation of sections of the Cartagena–Barranquilla highway.
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Practice head
Daniel Posse; Carolina Posada