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Bermúdez & Esguerra Abogados

TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology)

Latin America Guide 2026 : Colombia


Bermúdez & Esguerra Abogados

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About

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Bermúdez & Esguerra Abogados is a highly specialized player in the TMT practice area, which leverages on the extensive experience of its partners. Partner José Alejandro Bermúdez was the first Colombian Data Protection Superintendent (Colombian Data Protection Authority), serves as Latin American Counsel for the Centre for Information Policy Leadership in Washington, D.C. (US think-tank based at Hunton AK in Washington, D.C.), and became the first Colombian Privacy lawyer to receive the prestigious Global Privacy Vanguard Award for Latin America by the International Association of Privacy Professionals in the 2024 Global Privacy Summit in Washington, D.C. On the other hand, partner Carlos Esguerra, in addition to his extensive practice in the digital, Telecom and privacy arena, leverages on his former experience at the Superintendence of Industry and Commerce, the Colombian Telecommunications Regulation Commission, the US Federal Trade Commission and the Civil Aeronautical Authority, to provide sophisticated service counsel spawning competition, privacy, regulatory and consumer protection services in the Latin American region.

Clients (13)

  • Uber
  • Alpina
  • Abbott Laboratories de Colombia
  • Publicis Groupe
  • Bancolombia
  • Gopass
  • dLocal
  • Mercado Libre
  • GlaxoSmithKlineColombia
  • Ab inBev/Bavaria
  • Banmédica
  • Financiera de Desarrollo Nacional
  • Nestlé

Industries (6)

  • Mobility platforms
  • Consumer goods
  • Financial Services
  • Technology
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Advertising

Chambers Review

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TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology) - Colombia

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Bermúdez & Esguerra Abogados hosts a dynamic TMT practice in Colombia. The Bogotá-based team boasts capabilities in assisting clients with data protection mandates, especially in reviews of internal private policies, data collection and data processing practices. The legal division is well equipped to assist clients in administrative procedures brought forward by the SIC. The firm's client list includes notable national and international names across e-commerce, transportation and social media.

Work Highlights

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  • Bermudez & Esguerra represented Mercado Libre in an enforcement proceeding initiated by the Colombian data protection authority regarding the fair use by the e-commerce platform of biometric data for fraud prevention and identity theft.

Strengths

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  • Bermudez & Esguerra Abogados has specialised knowledge in personal data protection, handling these matters like few others. They are very technical, up to date, and really understand the subject.

    TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology) respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Carlos Esguerra
    Band 3Carlos Esguerra

    Carlos Esguerra

    Dynamic partner Carlos Esguerra enters the rankings this year with strong praise from market commentators for his TMT practice in Colombia. He routinely advises clients on database registrations and data protection mandates.

    • Carlos Esguerra has a strong command of TMT matters. He is able to simplify complex ideas and offers timely advice. He is always available when we need him.

      TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology) respondentLatin America
  • Band 3José Alejandro Bermúdez
    Band 3José Alejandro Bermúdez

    José Alejandro Bermúdez

    Noted partner José Alejandro Bermúdez enjoys recognition from clients and peers for his work on administrative procedures and data privacy matters within the Colombian TMT market.

    • José Alejandro Bermúdez truly cares about understanding the client’s needs. His advice is business-driven and flexible, and he explores options without making the client feel cornered.

      TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology) respondentLatin America

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