Embedded within the firm’s broader IP department, Posse Herrera Ruiz’s life sciences practice is well-equipped to manage complex regulatory, compliance, and IP matters related to Colombia’s health and pharmaceutical regulations, as well as food and consumable products. The practice also demonstrates notable strength in the filing, prosecution and granting of biotechnology and medical patents. Helena Camargo leads the practice, bringing extensive experience in health registrations, regulatory permits, and life sciences IP for both local and international clients. Associate Juan Sebastián González is recognised for his expertise in regulatory compliance and governance for pharmaceutical clients.
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- Partner Helena Camargo and associate Juan Sebastián González are highly dedicated and pragmatic when providing advice, even on complex matters. Their years of experience and knowledge of the intricacies of the Colombian legal system allow us to rest assured that their decisions and advice will always be in the best interests of their clients.
- The team led by Helena Camargo has extensive knowledge of the Colombian market, which translates into precise and high-value advice for clients. They are known for their speed and efficiency in providing guidance, even in complex cases.
- They generate trust, support, and closeness with the customer.
- Solid knowledge, experience, availability, and easy communication with the client.
- Firstly, their proven ability to manage complex, high-impact matters, including multi-jurisdictional transactions and strategic projects across multiple industries. Secondly, the readily available partners and seniority in execution ensure pragmatic, rapid, and results-oriented advice. And thirdly, a sophisticated business acumen translates into creative, prudent, and value-generating solutions that go beyond strictly legal analysis. The expertise of the team led by Jaime Herrera, Helena Camargo, Laura Becerra, and Sebastián González is unparalleled and brings immeasurable added value to the business.
- Posse Herrera Ruiz stands out for a rare combination in the market: top-level technical sophistication, a genuinely integrated approach between areas, and consistent attention to customer service.
Key clients
- Deveraz Group Limited
- Playa Spirits
- Haan
- Industria Nacional de Gaseosas
- Victor Guedes Portugal
- Productos Ramo
- Regeneron Pharmaceuticals
- Juno Therapeutics
- Bellaseno
Work highlights
Advised Deveraz Group Limited on the comprehensive regulatory framework and strategy for obtaining a sanitary registration for an innovative alcoholic beverage product before INVIMA.
Advised Regeneron Pharmaceuticals on the filing, prosecution, and successful grant of a patent in Chile-
Advised Juno Therapeutics on the filing, prosecution and granting of a patent in Colombia protecting a chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) platform targeting GPRC5D for cancer immunotherapy, securing comprehensive IP protection for a next-generation cell therapy technology.
Practice head
Helena Camargo
Other key lawyers
Juan Sebastián González