Department profile
Baker McKenzie

Private Wealth Law

High Net Worth Guide 2025 : Colombia


Baker McKenzie

Rankings

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Private Wealth Law - Colombia

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Baker McKenzie's private wealth law team in its Colombian office handles work for high net worth individuals and families, including tax planning, corporate governance structures, estate planning, domiciliation and pre-immigration issues.

Strengths

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  • They know the law of various countries in real time and have the know-how and expertise to apply it to complex cases nicely.

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  • They understand everything quickly and concretely, and give solutions to the family and the banks.

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  • They are very good in their knowledge and have the ability to explain issues that are complex in a very easy-to-understand way.

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  • They stand out for their exceptional cross-border expertise and deep understanding of multi-jurisdictional tax and estate planning.

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  • Baker does an exceptional job at understanding the clients' needs, as well as going above and beyond to understand the impacts of their implementation on their clients.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Juan David Velasco
    Band 1Juan David Velasco

    Juan David Velasco

    Juan David Velasco is experienced in corporate structuring, succession planning and other tax advice. He also advises ultra high net worth clients on estate planning and trust-related matters, frequently working on both domestic and cross-border matters.

    • Juan David has become very important to us because of his vision and ability to understand our problems.

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    • He is excellent - sharp and also a great human being.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • He has consistently demonstrated his ability to navigate the most challenging legal landscapes with remarkable success, earning our complete confidence in the process.

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    • His insights into market trends and regulatory changes allow him to offer strategic guidance, ensuring clients are well positioned to make informed decisions in a dynamic environment.

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    • His exceptional expertise, strategic insight and commitment have guided us through complex cross-border matters.

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  • Associates to watchCarolina Roldán Castellanos
    Associates to watchCarolina Roldán Castellanos

    Carolina Roldán Castellanos

    Carolina Roldán provides legal support on wealth management matters, utilising her expertise in tax.

    • Carolina has a great attention to detail and client service.

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    • Carolina is a fantastic associate.

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    • She is a terrific associate.

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Ranked Individuals at Baker McKenzie (2)

Colombia

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