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Brigard Urrutia

Banking & Finance

Global Guide 2026 : Colombia

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Brigard Urrutia

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Our banking and financial services team has the experience and knowledge needed to advise local and foreign entities – both in the public and private sectors, as well as in the financial or real sector of the economy – on any type of regulatory matter before the Colombian authorities and financing transactions; including syndicated loans, structured financing, project finance, asset backed financing and implementation of collateral models.

We have provided assistance to clients in transactions that have been a milestone for our country and for the development of the financing practice in Colombia.

Clients (12)

  • GOLDMAN SACHS
  • JP MORGAN SECURITIES
  • BLACKROCK
  • BANCOLOMBIA
  • ITAÚ UNIBANCO
  • ITAÚ BBA COLOMBIA
  • INTER-AMERICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (IDB)
  • BANCO GENERAL
  • BANCO DE BOGOTÁ
  • BANCO DAVIVIENDA S.A.
  • BANCO BILBAO VIZCAYA ARGENTARIA COLOMBIA
  • EVOLVERE CAPITAL

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Banking & Finance - Colombia

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Brigard Urrutia is an outstanding law firm that possesses a renowned and market-leading banking and finance department in Colombia. The legal team is acclaimed for assisting with the financing of large national infrastructure projects, corporations and assets, and provides substantial advice to clients on complex regulatory issues. Brigard Urrutia's stellar client roster includes high-profile lenders, particularly major Colombian and international banks, as well as borrowers from the construction, transportation and aviation sectors.

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Strengths

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  • Great work by Brigard Urrutia. They have well-rounded lawyers who support the client with a comprehensive, strategic vision tailored to their needs. Their critical advice made a real difference.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • Brigard Urrutia boasts excellent professionals with deep knowledge of the banking and finance space, and a working style that aligns seamlessly with international client expectations.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Carlos Fradique Méndez
    Carlos Fradique Méndez

    Carlos Fradique Méndez

    Eminent practitioner and co-head of the department, Carlos Fradique Méndez is well placed to assist clients with complex transactions in Colombia. Market commentators are quick to praise his extensive expertise on banking and finance law. Carlos Fradique Méndez is also admitted to practice in New York.

    • Carlos Fradique Méndez is advising on a complex regulatory financing matter and delivering top-tier work. He’s an outstanding practitioner who consistently provides exceptional results.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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  • César Rodríguez
    César Rodríguez

    César Rodríguez

    Experienced practitioner César Rodríguez is sought after for his expertise in financing mandates, including in the projects arena.

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  • Sebastián Lora
    Sebastián Lora

    Sebastián Lora

    Sebastián Lora continues to be recognised for his activity in the Colombian banking and finance arena. He is singled out for his activity in both structured and project finance.

    • Sebastián Lora is deeply involved in the banking and finance area and is an excellent practitioner.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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