Lauded for its ‘in-depth knowledge of the infrastructure sector’, Cuatrecasas’ increasingly broad projects practice is active across the roads, rail, energy and healthcare spheres, among others. Department head Manuel Quinche ranks among Colombia’s top project finance experts and maintains close relationships with domestic and international lenders and borrowers. He recently advised the co-obligor, Autopista Magdalena Medio, and the sponsors, KMA Construcciones and Ortiz Construcciones y Proyectos, on the financing of the toll road connecting Puerto Salgar to Barrancabermeja. The team additionally includes a strong duo of next-generation partners in Juan Carlos Puentes, who brings ’deep understanding of the business’, and project finance specialist Ana María Sánchez. Also recommended are Natalia Arango, who focuses on finance, energy and infrastructure and was promoted to partner in April 2024; and senior associate Manuel Gómez, who handles infrastructure and public law. Since publication, Sánchez has moved in house at Patria Infrastructure - effective as of January 2026.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Cuatrecasas has a team of professionals with in-depth knowledge of the infrastructure sector in Colombia and a remarkable ability to quickly and thoroughly understand the projects it gets involved with. This allows it to offer accurate, realistic, and timely solutions aligned with business objectives.’
- ‘Juan Carlos Puentes is a lawyer with solid legal knowledge and, even more importantly, a deep understanding of the business, which allows him to provide strategic advice aligned with the client's needs.’
Key clients
- Concesionaria Ruta al Sur
- Banco Santander, JP Morgan Chase Bank and other lenders (10 financing entities)
Work highlights
Advised Concesionaria Ruta al Sur, and its sponsors Rodovías Colombia and MC Victorias Tempranas, on a syndicated financing for the renovation of the Santana-Mocoa-Neiva toll road in Colombia.
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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.
Practice head
Manuel Quinche