Parra Rodríguez Abogados dispute resolution group provides ‘excellent regulatory knowledge and access to key stakeholders’, according to some. The team advises on a steady stream of disputes — including litigation, arbitration and mediation cases — where it acts for domestic and multinational companies across a wide range of construction, financial services, energy and natural resources, and consumer protection matters, among others. The department is co-led by co-founding partners Bernardo Rodríguez and Álvaro Parra together with associate practice director Ángela María Serrano.
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‘Parra Rodríguez Abogados has been very effective in handling our cases in Colombia and advising us in other geographies. It possesses excellent regulatory knowledge and access to key stakeholders for conflict resolution.’
‘Professionalism, assertive communication and alignment with strategy are key differentiators of PRA’s lawyers.’
‘The firm stands out for its strategic approach and its ability to deeply understand the client's legal and operational environment. What makes it truly unique is its combination of technical rigor with clear and timely communication, which facilitates decision-making in complex scenarios.’
‘Lawyers are serious, effective, and forceful in their recommendations, which allows for the implementation of practical and well-founded solutions. Their willingness to work in co-ordination with the in-house team generates confidence and agility in the execution of the required actions.’
‘The distinctive value of the legal team lies in its closeness to the client, its results-orientation, and its deep technical knowledge. Partners not only provide legal advice but also understand the business context and are actively involved in defining strategies. This approach allows them to anticipate risks.’
Key clients
- Emma Sleep
- YPrime
- AECOM
- Inversiones El Charrascal
- Haskoning
- Drug Store
- Halcrow Group Limited
- Innovation Worldwide DMCC
- Viña Santa Carolina
- Federal Express Corporation
- United Airlines (Colombia branch)
- Comercializadora Colombiana de Carbones y Coques
Work highlights
Represented Viña Santa Carolina in a long-running case disputing the existence of a commercial agency agreement.
Represented Inversiones El Charrascal in judicial proceedings initiated against the City of Bogotá, the Republic of Colombia, and an environmental agency.
Represented Drug Store in a lawsuit filed by a worker’s family after an accident in the company's facilities.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Bernardo Rodríguez; Álvaro Parra; Ángela María Serrano