Department profile
Cuatrecasas

Banking & Finance

Latin America Guide 2026 : Colombia


Cuatrecasas

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Our practice

Our services cover all types of financing transactions, including corporate, acquisition, structured and project finance and real estate financing; issuing of fixed-income and structured instruments and other financial instruments; as well as designing financing structures and debt restructuring and refinancing.

We have adapted our practice to market needs at all times. In recent years, we have been particularly active in advising various funds on alternative financing systems, including direct lending, and distressed debt and non-performing loan (NPL) transactions. We stand out for our advice on crossborder and multijurisdictional transactions, particularly in Europe and Latin America, where we have specialized teams.

Our lawyers have extensive experience in advising the different parties involved in financing transactions. We have a 360-degree view when assessing and recognizing the various interests and concerns that may arise in a financial transaction. We use this all-round perspective to provide comprehensive solutions that are mutually beneficial and contribute to achieving our clients’ objectives. Our lawyers have advised debtors in all sectors of the economy, as well as all types of financiers including issuers, guarantors, sponsors, developers, project companies, commercial banks, multilateral agencies, development banks, debt funds, and private equity funds. 

Clients (7)

  • Banco de Bogota
  • BTG Pactual Colombia
  • Macquarie Bank Limited
  • Banco de Occidente
  • Bac International Bank
  • Banca de inversión Bancolombia
  • Bancolombia

Industries (11)

  • Financiers
  • Issuers
  • Guarantors
  • Sponsors
  • Developers
  • Project companies
  • Commercial Banks
  • Multilateral agencies
  • Development banks
  • Debt funds
  • Private equity funds

Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance - Colombia

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Cuatrecasas is a prominent international firm fielding a standout banking and finance team in Colombia. The banking and finance practice group possesses expertise advising notable lenders involved in corporate, asset and project finance deals as well as assisting borrowers with secured loans. The department's activity also encompasses prowess in restructuring and refinancing corporate debt and providing advice on regulatory banking matters. The firm's client roster includes national and international banks, investment firms and energy and infrastructure companies.

Work Highlights

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  • Cuatrecasas advised Banco Itaú on granting financing to Grupo Decameron and its subsidiaries in Colombia and other jurisdictions, to refinance existing debt and support other corporate purposes. The matter was valued at USD138 million.

Strengths

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  • Cuatrecasas is the most complete and extraordinary firm. My top choice for advice due to their rigorous work, outstanding expertise, swift responses and constant support in dealings with lenders.

    Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Manuel F. Quinche
    Band 1Manuel F. Quinche

    Manuel F. Quinche

    Head of department Manuel Quinche is highly regarded for his experience advising clients, including lenders, borrowers and financial institutions, on Colombian and international financing transactions.

    • Manuel Quinche is a top-tier professional and a strong presence in the Colombian banking and finance space.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America
    • Manuel Quinche is one of the most knowledgeable finance practitioners in Colombia.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America
  • Band 5Juan Carlos Puentes
    Band 5Juan Carlos Puentes

    Juan Carlos Puentes

    Dynamic practitioner Juan Carlos Puentes is active in Colombia’s banking and finance arena. He demonstrates expertise in assisting clients with corporate financing transactions, complemented by strong capabilities in handling project finance mandates.

    • Juan Carlos Puentes is an excellent lawyer with impressive banking and finance knowledge, sharp transactional insight and a great sense of timing.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America
  • Band 5Natalia Arango
    Band 5Natalia Arango

    Natalia Arango

    Key partner Natalia Arango is recognised here following strong feedback from peers and clients alike, who praise her skills as a talented banking and finance practitioner in the Colombian market.

    • Natalia Arango is a very attentive and excellent practitioner. A key attribute is her ability to understand our business needs as well as its legal intricacies.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

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Colombia

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