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Posse Herrera Ruiz
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Provided by Posse Herrera Ruiz

Posse Herrera Ruiz has earned a region-wide reputation in the structuring, negotiation, and implementation of integration transactions, and has participated in many of the largest acquisitions and privatizations in Colombia as part of other multi-jurisdictional transactions. 

The M&A practice  has broad experience in carve-outs, spin-offs, stock purchase and sales, asset sales and acquisitions, providing capabilities on each specific transaction, and providing legal advice in all stages of the transaction:

  • Due Diligence
  • Structuring
  • Negotiation and preparation of documents
  • Closing and transaction transition
  • Post-transaction support

    Our transactional skills are supported with expertise from Labor, Litigation, Corporates, Anti-trust, Environmental and Intellectual Property as well as  Real Estate practice groups, providing high-end legal advice in all relevant matters.

    In Corporate Law the firm advises clients on a wide range of corporate, secretarial, contract structuring, negotiation, and execution, foreign investment, exchange controls, tax, and labor matters, as well as dispute resolution and litigation. 

    Chambers Review

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    Corporate/M&A - Colombia

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    Band 1

    What the Team is Known For

    Posse Herrera Ruiz is a market-leading corporate powerhouse that is highly revered for its activity dealing with cross-border and Colombian M&A transactions. The legal team's abilities extend to conducting large-scale due diligence and assisting with sophisticated corporate reorganisations and joint venture agreements. Posse Herrera Ruiz boasts renowned expertise in representing large private equity funds and major companies from sectors including energy, infrastructure and technology.

    Strengths

    Provided by Chambers

    Posse Herrera Ruiz’s corporate team delivers strategic, high-level advice, blending legal precision with business insight and agile, effective responses that meet the highest quality standards.

    Corporate/M&A respondent
    Global

    I strongly recommend Posse Herrera Ruiz for managing complex matters in Colombia. They possess extensive knowledge and demonstrate the ability to work effectively in challenging situations.

    Corporate/M&A respondent
    Global

    Notable Practitioners

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    Jaime Herrera
    1
    Band 1

    Highly regarded practitioner Jaime Herrera receives positive endorsements from interviewees for his involvement in the legal market in Colombia. He possesses extensive experience advising clients on notable corporate and M&A mandates.

    Jaime Herrera is an excellent practitioner. He's fully dedicated, responsible, rigorous and committed to his clients' requirements to move forward their interests. He is a first-rate professional.

    I wouldn't hesitate to describe Jaime Herrera as one of the best lawyers in Colombia, due to his extensive experience and profound knowledge.

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    2
    Jaime Cubillos Porto
    2
    Band 2
    Experienced practitioner Jaime Cubillos Porto provides solid expertise in advising clients on corporate transactions and joint ventures in Colombia.

    Jaime Cubillos is an outstanding, strategic and well-rounded lawyer. He is capable of coordinating M&A and litigation matters while designing strategies that incorporate a comprehensive risk analysis.

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    3
    José Alejandro Torres
    3
    Band 3

    Knowledgeable practitioner José Alejandro Torres is well placed to handle cross-border M&A transactions, capitalisations and the negotiation of commercial agreements in Colombia.

    José Alejandro Torres stands out for his comprehensive business vision, providing support not only in legal matters but also in negotiation strategies that significantly enhance transactions.

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    5
    Gabriel Sánchez
    5
    Band 5

    Dynamic partner Gabriel Sánchez continues to elicit significant endorsement from market commentators for his activity in the Colombian corporate space.

    Gabriel Sánchez is our trusted legal counsellor for corporate and M&A matters. His analysis is impeccable, and he provides timely and comprehensive advice.

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    5
    Oscar Tutasaura Castellanos
    5
    Band 5

    Oscar Tutasaura Castellanos retains his position in the rankings after eliciting endorsements from respondents for his expertise in Colombia's corporate market.

    Oscar Tutasaura Castellanos' practice stands out for his broad industry knowledge. He's always available, client-oriented and willing to seek alternatives to advance their businesses.

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    U
    Susana Gómez
    U
    Up and Coming

    Susana Gómez enters the rankings this year as an up-and-coming practitioner after impressing clients and peers alike with her involvement in the Colombian corporate domain.

    Susana Gómez led our M&A transaction with comprehensive knowledge, experience and a results-driven approach, earning the confidence of all participants throughout.

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    Ranked Lawyers at
    Posse Herrera Ruiz

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    Colombia

    Corporate/M&A
    1
    Jaime Herrera
    1
    Band 1
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    2
    Jaime Cubillos Porto
    2
    Band 2
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    3
    José Alejandro Torres
    3
    Band 3
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    5
    Gabriel Sánchez
    5
    Band 5
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    5
    Oscar Tutasaura Castellanos
    5
    Band 5
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    U
    Susana Gómez
    U
    Up and Coming
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    Clients

    Provided by Posse Herrera Ruiz

    AON

    AXA

    Abraaj

    Andean Cacao Ltd

    Cencosud

    Citibank

    Coltabaco (Philip Morris Colombia)

    Compañía de Seguros Bolívar

    Copec

    Corpbanca

    Credicorp

    Delta

    Diageo

    Engie

    Fareva

    GDF Suez

    Itau Corpbanca Chile

    Itau Corpbanca Chile

    John Laing Group plc

    Portland Private Equity

    SV Viagens Ltda.

    Saint Gobain

    Scotiabank

    Industries

    Provided by Posse Herrera Ruiz

    Agroindustry & Forestry

    Aviation

    Banks & Financial Institutions

    Energy & Natural Resources

    Hospitality & Leisure

    Infrastructure & Construction

    Insurance

    Lifesciences & Pharma

    Private Equity Funds

    Retail

    TMT

    Utilities