About

Provided by Esguerra JHR

Esguerra JHR is the Colombian leading firm in competition - antitrust. For almost 30 years, the firm has acquired unparalleled experience representing clients from all sorts of industries in complex procedures before the Superintendence of Industry and Commerce (Colombian Competition Authority), including antitrust, unfair competition, consumer protection, some of the most specialized mergers and the first successful leniency applications in the country.

Besides its work before the Competition authority, the firm has developed a specialized antitrust compliance program and a due diligence procedure designed for foreign companies working in Colombia and other Latin-American jurisdictions, as well as local clients working in highly specialized industries.

Moreover, the team has advised Public Entities (regulatory and legislative bodies) and has played an active role in the adoption of antitrust regulation, which has increased the firm's long-standing reputation in competition and telecommunications matters.

In sum, the firm’s experience in several aspects of the competition regime allows it to provide a unique advisory service in antitrust matters to clients participating in the most specialized markets.

Chambers Review

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Competition/Antitrust - Colombia
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Band 1
What the Team is Known For

Esguerra JHR is a front-running practice group occupying a prominent position within the Colombian market due to its expertise handling competition matters. The law firm is particularly esteemed for its exceptional track record defending major Colombian and international companies before the SIC in anti-competitive practice claims. The team also offer a wealth of knowledge advising its clients on complex regulatory issues.

Work Highlights

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  • Esguerra JHR represented Terpel in an antitrust investigation initiated by the Colombian competition authority for allegedly entering into an agreement with other market agents to file several legal actions in order to block a competitor.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Alfonso Miranda Londoño
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Alfonso Miranda Londoño
Head of Competition/Antitrust
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Band 1

Top-tier Alfonso Miranda Londoño is renowned in the antitrust practice area thanks to his long-standing presence in the Colombian legal market, as well as his academic contribution to competition law.

"Alfonso Miranda Londoño is the best lawyer in competition in Colombia."

"He is an impeccable professional with extensive experience in complex competition processes, demonstrating a high level of professionalism. His expertise gives confidence throughout the process."

Andrés Jaramillo Hoyos
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Andrés Jaramillo Hoyos
Head of Competition/Antitrust
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Band 2

Respected Andrés Jaramillo Hoyos is frequently sought out by clients to advise on cartel investigations, unfair competition claims and SIC sanctions in Colombia.

"Andrés Jaramillo Hoyos is a great lawyer with many years of experience in these matters, bringing a high level of expertise in business, competitive strategies, and valuable comprehensive opinions."

Daniel Beltrán
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Daniel Beltrán
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Up and Coming

Experienced up-and-coming partner Daniel Beltrán frequently assists clients with merger control procedures, unfair competition claims and SIC investigations in Colombia.

"Daniel Beltrán has brought a lot of agility to the answers and solutions the company requires, with a legal vision but focused on the businesses and opportunities that the company needs."

Ranked Lawyers at
Esguerra JHR

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Colombia

Competition/Antitrust

Alfonso Miranda Londoño
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Alfonso Miranda Londoño
Head of Competition/Antitrust
1
Band 1
Andrés Jaramillo Hoyos
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Andrés Jaramillo Hoyos
Head of Competition/Antitrust
2
Band 2
Daniel Beltrán
U
Daniel Beltrán
U
Up and Coming

Members

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Alfonso Miranda Londoño

Alfonso Miranda Londoño

Head of Department

Andrés Jaramillo Hoyos

Andrés Jaramillo Hoyos

Head of Department

Claudia Miranda

David Cotrina

Jasibi Ali Cabrales

Liliana Runcería

María José Villamil

Natalia Alarcón

Clients

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AB INBEV (Bavaria)

Asobancaria

Baxter

Chevron Petroleum Company

City Bank

Comunicación Celular – COMCEL

Corficolombiana

DIDI MOBILITY

Ecopetrol S.A.

Kimberly Clark

Industries

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Automobiles & Parts

Banks

Chemicals

Construction & Materials

Consumer Product Manufacturing

Energy

Financial Services

Food & Drink Producers

Health Care

Insurance

Mining & Metals

Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences

Technology, Hardware & Electronics

Telecomunicatios

Utilities