Competition/Antitrust
Latin America Guide 2025 : Colombia
Band 1
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+57 601 312 2900About
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
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
- 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
Provided by Chambers
"Esguerra JHR's team understands very well how the antitrust authority works. They are very competent and professional, consistently delivering on time."
"Esguerra JHR is the best antitrust firm in Colombia. Aside from having excellent depth and breadth in their bench, the partner is always involved. They anticipate matters and keep the client informed."
"Esguerra JHR's team understands very well how the antitrust authority works. They are very competent and professional, consistently delivering on time."
"Esguerra JHR is the best antitrust firm in Colombia. Aside from having excellent depth and breadth in their bench, the partner is always involved. They anticipate matters and keep the client informed."
Notable Practitioners
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."
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."
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
Colombia
Members
Provided by Esguerra JHR
Head of Department
Head of Department
Claudia Miranda
David Cotrina
Jasibi Ali Cabrales
Liliana Runcería
María José Villamil
Natalia Alarcón
Clients
Provided by Esguerra JHR
AB INBEV (Bavaria)
Asobancaria
Baxter
Chevron Petroleum Company
City Bank
Comunicación Celular – COMCEL
Corficolombiana
DIDI MOBILITY
Ecopetrol S.A.
Kimberly Clark
Industries
Provided by Esguerra JHR
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