Commended for its ‘good relationship with the public authorities’, Garrigues’ continues to diversity its public law practice. Traditionally recognised for representing concessionaires on the tendering and development of infrastructure projects, the group is increasingly active in regulatory proceedings, administrative litigation and the structuring of new infrastructure frameworks. Department co-head Adriana Espinosa specialises in infrastructure matters, advising on bidding processes through to administrative sanctioning proceedings. Former Superintendent of Industry and Commerce José Miguel De La Calle co-heads the team, bringing strong public-sector experience; he is notably advising the National Agency for the Legal Defense of the State (ANDJE) on developing a digital platform for the liquidation of judgments against the State. A deep bench of non-partners handling public law work includes counsels Iván Fierro and Melissa Castro; and senior associates Juan Ospina, David Toro and Julián Esteban Lozano.
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‘It's a competent and committed team, as well as highly efficient. It has sufficient and reliable knowledge and experience.’
‘I've worked with José Miguel de la Calle, Melissa Castro, and David Toro. All three have demonstrated knowledge and commitment. Their level of listening to clients is formidable, as is their quick understanding of our needs and specifics.’
- ‘Garrigues has a legal team that provides clients with closeness, trust, and peace of mind, generating complete confidence in the fact that they are in the hands of a legal team that advises them responsibly and in the best possible way.’
- ‘Lawyers stand out for two crucial qualities: knowledge and creativity in finding the best solution for the client's needs.’
- ‘The team has extensive experience in the sector, is familiar with cases applicable to any situation. They are experts in proper management of the contracting entity.’
- ‘The team is of exceptional quality. Adriana Espinosa stands out for her thorough handling of issues and for the kindness with which she handles any matter.’
Key clients
- Financiera de Desarrollo Nacional - FDN
- Sociedad Portuaria Regional de Barraquilla S.A.
- Sociedad Portuaria Río Grande S.A.
- Aeropuertos de Oriente S.A.S.
- Concesión Pacífico Tres S.A.S.
- Consorcio Fondo Colombia en Paz 2019
- Agencia Nacional de Defensa Jurídica del Estado
- Veolia Aseo Santander y Cesar S.A. E.S.P.
- Coordinadora De Servicios De Parque Cementerio S.A.S.
- Médika
- Pfizer
Work highlights
Advised Consorcio Fondo Colombia en Paz 2019 on administrative litigation related to breach of agreements.
Represented Concesionario Pacífico Tres, the concessionaire of the Autopista Conexión Pacífico 3 project, in a claim process before ANI regarding cost overruns.
Advised FDN on the structuring of the legal framework for the construction of Metro de Bogota’s second line.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Leading associates
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Melissa Castro
Iván Fierro
Practice head
José Miguel De La Calle; Adriana Espinosa