According to some, Brigard Castro houses a group that ‘redefines the traditional scope of the life sciences area’. Drawing on regulatory, corporate and tax lawyers, the team is recognised for its broad industry support. The multidisciplinary practice is co-steered by IP head Juan Pablo Cadena; corporate partner Álvaro Iván Cala; customs specialist José Francisco Mafla; and corporate and commercial partner Johann Schomberger. Clients also highlight administrative law associate Álvaro Samuel Arias; and Feisar Santiago Castro, who specialises in corporate and health law.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘The Brigard Urrutia team is one of the best, if not the best, we've worked with in Colombia. Unparalleled knowledge of the law, extensive experience in M&A and the life sciences sector. And a team very focused on being "pro-transaction" and not wasting time on "carpentry" or "theoretical" legal issues.’

  • ‘Unparalleled. Smart, fast, and always answering the phone. That's key. Clients like me need our lawyers available 24/7. B&U does just that.’

  • ‘A team that redefines the traditional scope of the life sciences area; it does not focus on typical regulatory or technical matters, but addresses health issues from a multifaceted perspective, bringing a specialised sector vision involving corporate, commercial, administrative, and regulatory aspects.’

  • ‘Álvaro Samuel Arias has a significant track record in the sector, reflected in the depth and clarity of his advice.’

  • ‘Feisar Santiago Castro demonstrates exceptional specialised knowledge of the healthcare sector and its institutional architecture, which, combined with his in-depth knowledge of commercial and contractual matters, has been a fundamental added value to the work delivered by the firm.’

Practice head

Juan Pablo Cadena; Álvaro Iván Cala; José Francisco Mafla; Johann Schomberger