Garrigues, Banking & Finance | Chambers Latin America Profile

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Banking & Finance - Colombia

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Garrigues is a prestigious full-service law firm with a top-tier banking and finance practice in Colombia. Garrigues has a particular focus on advising major Colombian and international financial institutions on regulatory banking matters, and assists them with their procedures before the SFC. The legal team also has notable experience dealing with complex project finance transactions, representing both lenders and borrowers.

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Work Highlights

Garrigues advised Grupo Bancolombia on its USD85.31 billion corporate restructuring process, which aimed to separate the functions of Bancolombia as a banking institution from the others of the parent company Grupo Cibest.

Strengths

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Garrigues' service and responsiveness are solid. They stands out for its negotiation skills, drawing on knowledge acquired through both local and international transactions.

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Garrigues demonstrates a remarkable ability to manage complex matters in Colombia’s banking and finance sector. Their strength combines technical expertise, strategic approach and regional presence.

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Garrigues' service and responsiveness are solid. They stands out for its negotiation skills, drawing on knowledge acquired through both local and international transactions.

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Notable Practitioners

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Roberto Borrás

Band 1

Outstanding practitioner Roberto Borrás continues to be recognised here following strong feedback from peers and clients alike. He is held in high esteem for his extensive experience in the banking and finance arena in Colombia, particularly in assisting clients with regulatory mandates.

Roberto Borrás is an excellent lawyer, both in terms of experience and skills. He is approachable, clear, and precise in his reasoning, always providing outstanding insight and support in his advice.

Roberto Borrás is one of the best lawyers in the banking and finance field, with extensive knowledge and experience across every aspect that can arise in a transaction.

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Francisco Noguera

Band 3

Key partner and co-head of the department, Francisco Noguera, is praised by clients for his expertise in banking and finance in Colombia. He regularly advises international lenders on project finance matters in Colombia.

Francisco Noguera brings strong leadership and deep knowledge to the deal. His negotiation skills stand out, and he’s a partner who stays actively involved throughout the transaction.

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Lissa Parra

Associates to watch

Associate-to-watch Lissa Parra joins the rankings this year after earning strong recognition from clients and the wider market. She demonstrates particular expertise in the regulatory side of banking and finance in Colombia.

Lissa Parra demonstrates a remarkable ability to understand the needs of our business. Her proactive approach and foresight in anticipating legal risks are critical to the success of our projects.

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