Latin America Guide 2027 : Colombia
Ranked Individuals
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Esguerra JHR has a preeminent public law practice. The public law team is very well known and active in both constitutional and administrative law, working for public entities, private corporations (domestic and multinational) and international organizations. It successfully handles a full range of public law issues, including constitutional remedies, judicial and administrative proceedings, government contracts and state responsibility.
In particular, we provide legal advice for governmental entities in structuring tendering processes and assets/shares selling processes, for private corporations also in tendering processes, asset purchase processes and in the entire scope of the governments contracts they execute, including the representation of governmental entities or private corporations in the dispute resolution cases that emerged from those contracts.
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Esguerra JHR is a highly regarded law firm enjoying a noted reputation in public law. The department is sought after to handle key administrative and constitutional cases, including representing clients before the Colombian Council of State. Esguerra JHR's expertise spans issues pertaining to concession agreements and public bids.
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Esguerra JHR represented Colgas in an administrative dispute against the Superintendencia de Servicios Públicos Domiciliarios regarding the payment of special and additional regulatory contributions.
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Esguerra JHR's work consistently exceeds our expectations in terms of depth, accuracy and clarity, enabling us to make strategic decisions with confidence. They demonstrate exceptional service and an unparalleled level of commitment.
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Juan Carlos Esguerra Portocarrero is a prominent figure in the Colombian public law arena.
Up-and-coming partner Adriana Nieto is recognised by market commentators for her public law practice in Colombia. Her practice includes advising clients on public bidding processes.
Adriana Nieto consistently exceeds expectations and always goes above and beyond. She is an exceptional lawyer whose dedication, knowledge and professionalism make a real difference to our projects.
Head of Public Law
Public Law
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Felipe Piquero Villegas
Jorge Andrés Gómez
MarÃa Fernanda Barraza
Daniela Urueña
Adriana Nieto
Tatiana Manby
Juan Carlos Esguerra Portocarrero
Head of Department
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