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Naranjo Vallejo Abogados S.A.S

Public Law

Latin America Guide 2027 : Colombia

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Naranjo Vallejo Abogados S.A.S

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Naranjo Abogados is a premier Colombian boutique law firm with over 75 years of experience in public law, strategic litigation, arbitration, and infrastructure. Founded in 1949 and operating from Bogotá and Medellín, the firm combines deep institutional legacy with an agile approach to high-stakes matters. Led by Carlos Eduardo Naranjo alongside a dynamic generation of new partners, the firm serves energy, mining, oil & gas, transport, tech, environmental sectors, among others.

The firm delivers top-tier legal representation across Public Law, Class Actions, Administrative Litigation, Civil & Commercial Law, and Complex Dispute Resolution. Its clients include corporate and public entities such as Indicol, Ingeniería de Vías, Urbas, Indigo Group, Sonacol, Recaudos SIT, Insan, Departamento del Cesar, Municipio de San Antero (Oil & Gas export port zone).

A pioneer in public infrastructure and energy, Naranjo Abogados served as counsel to the Colombian Association of Engineers (1st & 2nd generation road concessions) and was the legal architect behind Odinsa S.A. Its landmark advisory work spans major projects including Vías del Meta, Santa Marta–Paraguachón, Metro de Medellín, TransMilenio (NQS line), Urrá I Hydroelectric Plant, and energy planning in Bolivia (Misicuni) and Costa Rica (Boruca). The firm leads complex arbitrations and litigation, including landmark cases such as Recaudos SIT v. Transmetro, Gob del Magdalena v. Carbones del Caribe, and Ocensa v. San Antero.

Clients (12)

  • URBAS
  • INDIGO GROUP
  • SONACOL
  • INGENIERIA DE VIAS
  • Indicol
  • Ingeniería de Vías
  • Urbas
  • Indigo Group
  • Sonacol
  • Recaudos SIT
  • Departamento del Cesar
  • Municipio de San Antero Exportación de Hidrocarburos

Industries (6)

  • Oil & gas
  • Environment
  • Transport
  • Technology
  • Mining
  • Construction

Chambers Review

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Public Law - Colombia

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Naranjo Vallejo Abogados is a dynamic Bogotá-based boutique firm recognised for its activity in the Colombian public law market. The team frequently represents clients in complex public law disputes, constitutional actions and administrative litigation. The department is particularly noted for its expertise in group actions, state liability claims and contentious public procurement matters. The practice has significant experience in matters involving the mining, hydrocarbons, transport and infrastructure sectors.

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Work Highlights

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  • Naranjo Vallejo Abogados represented Municipio de Barrancas and 55 other Colombian municipalities in a class action against the Ministry of Mines arising from underpayment of mining royalties.

Strengths

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  • Naranjo Vallejo Abogados stands out for its specialisation in public law and government contracts. The firm approaches litigation strategically to maximise the prospects of a successful outcome, supported by an experienced yet dynamic interdisciplinary team.

    Public Law respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Carlos Eduardo Naranjo
    Carlos Eduardo Naranjo

    Carlos Eduardo Naranjo

    Head of department Carlos Eduardo Naranjo is recognised in the Colombian public law market for his expertise in administrative litigation and complex public law disputes.

    • Carlos Eduardo Naranjo is an excellent public law practitioner who provides outstanding client service and a high level of sophistication in his work.

      Public Law respondentLatin America
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