A dispute resolution, public law and regulatory boutique, Chemás & Asociados brings to bear a strong track record in public law disputes, particularly within the infrastructure, transport, energy and telecoms sectors. The group is chiefly active on behalf of construction companies and consortiums in proceedings against state entities such as the National Infrastructure Agency (ANI) and ANDJE. Go-to public law and arbitration specialist Jorge Eduardo Chemás co-leads the department alongside Sergio Alejandro Chemás, who also focuses on dispute resolution. Ingrid Soraya Ortiz is currently on leave following her appointment as delegate in charge of the Consumer Protection Division at the SIC.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘The team demonstrates strong availability, response times, and knowledge. Lawyers stand out for their attention to detail. Senior partners truly lead the way and are immersed in the details — they also possess good industry knowledge.’
‘The team stands out for its professionalism, intellectual and negotiating skills, client proximity, and commitment.’
‘We value lawyers for their knowledge of the client and their needs, availability and ongoing support.’
Key clients
- Centro de Gerenciamiento Doña Juana S.A.
- Sedes Educativas Consortium
- Autopista de Santander
- Ingenieros Consultores Civiles y Eléctricos (Ingetec)
- CCI Consortium
- Payc
- Inverlink Estructuras Inmobiliarias
- Consorcio Troncales de Colombia
- Colombiana de Escenarios
- Renovatio Eco Solutions
Work highlights
Advised Consorcio Ingetec-Sedic on multiple claims stemming from the Ituango Hydroelectric Plant construction controversy, including successful representation in a fiscal responsibility proceeding.
Represented the Sedes Educativas Consortium in an arbitration initiated by PA-FFIE, seeking over $70m for alleged contractual breaches related to reporting and quality standards.
Represented Unión Temporal Américas Tramo II in disputes related to the construction of TransMilenio BRT lines in Bogotá, including a $2.7m claim for damages due to contract reductions.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Jorge Eduardo Chemás; Sergio Alejandro Chemás Vélez; Ingrid Soraya Ortiz