Department profile
Brigard Urrutia

Banking & Finance

Latin America Guide 2027 : Colombia


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 (13)

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

Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance - Colombia

Band 1

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.

Work Highlights

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  • Brigard Urrutia advised Actis Venas Investments on the financed acquisition of three Colombian toll road concessions from Sacyr.

Strengths

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  • Brigard Urrutia is the firm I always turn to. They have a rare blend of legal expertise and deep commercial awareness.

    Banking & Finance respondentLatin America
  • The team at Brigard Urrutia has extensive experience in banking and finance matters and demonstrates strong leadership in managing lengthy and complex processes. They take the lead on the most challenging issues and bring a strong commercial vision.

    Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Eminent PractitionersCarlos Fradique Méndez
    Eminent PractitionersCarlos 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 is a leading practitioner in the Colombian banking and finance arena.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America
  • Band 3César Rodríguez
    Band 3César Rodríguez

    César Rodríguez

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

    • We have a very trusting relationship with César Rodríguez and feel very well advised by him. He is always committed to answering any questions we have as a client and provides additional guidance whenever needed.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America
  • Band 4Sebastián Lora
    Band 4Sebastián Lora

    Sebastián Lora

    Solid co-head of department 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 well-rounded, efficient and highly skilled at managing teams, developing ideas and addressing clients’ key issues.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

Ranked Individuals at Brigard Urrutia (3)

Colombia

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