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Posse Herrera Ruiz

Corporate/M&A

Latin America Guide 2026 : Colombia

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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. 

    Our team of experts are highly experienced and focused in industry sectores enhancing legal support with indepth business knowledge to local and international corporations. Over the past 3 years the firm has participated in over 60 transactions  representing over USD $6 billion transaction worth.

    Clients (20)

    • Financiera de Desarrollo Nacional
    • Colombian Ministry of Finance
    • Grupo Energía de Bogotá (GEB)
    • Union Acquisition Corp II
    • Parque Arauco
    • Webhelp
    • Odinsa S.A.
    • SNC-Lavalin
    • Prosus (MIH Edtech Investments B.V.)
    • Clear Ocean
    • Christofferson, Robb & Company
    • John Laing, Construcciones el Cóndor, Concesión la Pintada
    • Banco Davivienda
    • Grupo Orbis
    • IHS Towers
    • Indra Soluciones Tecnologías de la Información S.L.U.
    • Shareholders of SEVEN4N
    • Elis S.A.
    • HDI Seguros
    • Bancolombia

    Industries (12)

    • Aerospace & Defense
    • Automobile
    • Banks & Financial Institutions
    • Consumer Products
    • Energy & Natural Resources
    • Lifesciences & Pharma
    • Insurance
    • Real Estate
    • Retail
    • TMT
    • Utilities
    • Transportation

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    Corporate/M&A - Colombia

    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.

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    Work Highlights

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    • Posse Herrera Ruiz acted as local counsel to Energy Capital Partners in the acquisition of a 100% stake in Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure. This matter formed part of a global transaction with a reported value of approximately USD2.5 billion.

    Strengths

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    • 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 respondentLatin America

    • 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 respondentLatin America

    Notable Practitioners

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    • Jaime Herrera
      Jaime Herrera

      Jaime Herrera

      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.

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

        Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America

      • 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.

        Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America
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    • Jaime Cubillos Porto
      Jaime Cubillos Porto

      Jaime Cubillos Porto

      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.

        Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America
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    • José Alejandro Torres
      José Alejandro Torres

      José Alejandro Torres

      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.

        Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America
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    • Gabriel Sánchez
      Gabriel Sánchez

      Gabriel Sánchez

      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.

        Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America
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    • Oscar Tutasaura Castellanos
      Oscar Tutasaura Castellanos

      Oscar Tutasaura Castellanos

      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.

        Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America
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    • Susana Gómez
      Susana Gómez

      Susana Gómez

      Susana Gómez enters the ranking 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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