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Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría

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Latin America Guide 2027 : Colombia

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Our Projects area is composed by a solid team of highly specialized lawyers in public procurement processes, public law, infrastructure and project finance.

Has an adequate mix of partners, senior associates and junior associates, in order to provide our clients efficient legal services to cover all project needs.

Advises local and international clients, including construction companies, sponsors, local and international lenders, multilateral credit agencies, private equity funds, export/import financing agencies, governmental entities, institutional investors, among others.

Provides counsel to clients in connection with transportation infrastructure (toll roads,  ports, airports, and railways), social infrastructure (hospitals, jails, schools), public  utilities infrastructure (telecommunications, water and sewerage systems, energy)  and real estate developments (hotels, buildings, urban renovation), among others.

Advises clients in the engagement of strategic and financial investors who join the  projects as part of the financing scheme.

Clients (23)

  • Interamerican Development Bank
  • Goldman Sachs & Co
  • Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
  • Cintra
  • Bancolombia
  • JP Morgan
  • Banco Santander
  • Corficolombiana
  • Corpbanca/ Itau
  • Fondo de Deuda Senior Ashmore
  • BTG Pactual
  • Goldman Sachs
  • Transdev
  • Private Equity Fund - Colombian Infrastructure – Equity Fund
  • China Construction America
  • CCECC (China Engineering Construction Company)
  • Nomura Corporate Funding Americas
  • Deutsche Bank
  • Poma (Pomagalski S.A.)
  • Concesionaria Vial Ruta del Cacao
  • Termovalle SAS ESP
  • Termoyopal Generación 2 SAS ESP
  • Fondo de Capital Privado Deuda Infraestructura Colombia

Industries (8)

  • Banks
  • Construction & Materials
  • Financial Services
  • Insurance
  • Real Estate Finance
  • Telecommunications
  • Transportation
  • Utilities

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Projects - Colombia

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría has an excellent track record advising significant clients on a range of important projects mandates in Colombia. The highly skilled team is often found acting on the lender side of complex project financing cases, and represents leading banks and multilateral groups. The department is equally adept at advising key concessionaires, and it is particularly well placed to counsel on the structuring of PPP agreements, with a special focus on 4G toll road projects.

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Work Highlights

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  • Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría advised Concesionario Sencia on the long-term financing of Bogotá’s El Campín stadium redevelopment project, structured under a public-private partnership agreement.

Strengths

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  • They have professionals with extensive experience and networking skills, which allows them to provide a high level of service on matters of administrative law, government contracting, infrastructure and projects.

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  • Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría stands out for its experience: its involvement in numerous projects gives it a strong understanding of the sector. With highly capable lawyers, their expertise translates into excellent results.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Jorge Di Terlizzi
    Jorge Di Terlizzi

    Jorge Di Terlizzi

    Jorge Di Terlizzi boasts remarkable prowess representing blue-chip international financial institutions in the financing of large-scale projects in Colombia. He is frequently involved in assisting clients with a wide range of infrastructures, including ports, airports and toll roads.

    • Jorge Di Terlizzi is a highly experienced professional. His openness and creativity in identifying practical alternatives help move the process of our projects forward effectively.

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  • Carlos Padilla
    Carlos Padilla

    Carlos Padilla

    Dynamic partner Carlos Padilla enjoys a practice focused on infrastructure, information technology projects and PPP matters. He is regularly sought out by local and international clients hailing from the energy, transport and telecommunications industries.

    • Carlos Padilla is an exceptionally astute lawyer with extensive experience advising on the financing of large infrastructure projects across the region. He has a strong track record and consistently proposes innovative and well-considered strategies that align with my company's interests.

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  • Juan Fernando Gaviria
    Juan Fernando Gaviria

    Juan Fernando Gaviria

    Juan Fernando Gaviria is routinely instructed by banks in the financing of large-scale projects. He is particularly highlighted for his expertise in 4G projects in Colombia.

    • Juan Fernando Gaviria is a readily available adviser. He demonstrates a capacity for response that comes with seniority, which is difficult to find elsewhere.

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