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Posse Herrera Ruiz

Dispute Resolution: Civil & Commercial Litigation

Latin America Guide 2027 : Colombia

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Posse Herrera Ruiz has one of Colombia’s strongest dispute resolution practices, with trained and experienced lawyers, offering its clients service in all types of civil, commercial and administrative litigation, before national and international courts. 

The team has the ability and flexibility to handle cases in practically all areas of law, including contractual liability and torts with respect to private and public entities, insurance, class actions, collective actions, insolvency and bankruptcy proceedings, related to energy and natural resources, finance, competition law, infrastructure, environment, consumer law, public services and constitutional actions, among others.

The team is compossed of 18 attorneys, including 4 partners and associates with extraordinary experience, allowing us to handle complex cases.

The firm has successfully represented the interests of commercial banks, insurers, savings and loan institutions, investment banks, manufactures, utilities, distributors and service companies in a broad range of matters before national courts, as well as a large number of national and multinational companies in local and international arbitration. 

Lawyers have acted as local counsel and Colombian law experts in litigation before U.S. Courts involving Colombian interests or matters.

Clients (19)

  • Acción Sociedad Fiduciaria
  • Alianza Fiduciaria S.A.
  • Cemex Latam Holdings S.A.
  • Colombia Móvil S.A. E.S.P.
  • Consorcio CCC Ituango
  • Diageo Colombia S.A.
  • Elis
  • Empresa de Telecomunicaciones de Bogotá
  • Equion Energia Limited
  • Frontera Energy
  • Maped
  • Metro Línea S.A.S
  • Naturgy Distribucion Latinoamerica
  • Organización Terpel
  • Rappi, Inc
  • South 32
  • Tractebl GWK GM
  • Trina Solar Colombia
  • Ventus

Industries (12)

  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Automobile
  • Banks & Financial Institutions
  • Chemicals
  • Infrastructure & Construction
  • Energy & Natural Resources
  • Consumer Products
  • Insurance
  • Mining
  • Private Clients
  • Real Estate
  • Retail

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Dispute Resolution: Civil & Commercial Litigation - Colombia

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Posse Herrera Ruiz maintains a front-running dispute resolution team that boasts significant experience representing clients in complex commercial litigation, as well as cross-border and Colombian arbitration proceedings. The law firm is frequently retained by leading players in the infrastructure, energy and natural resources, and financial arenas to handle noteworthy and complex cases. Posse Herrera Ruiz boasts a stellar team that routinely deals with conflicts pertaining to breaches of contract, especially those involving construction and engineering matters. The team also advises on shareholder disputes and contentious insolvency mandates.

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Work Highlights

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  • Posse Herrera Ruiz represented Brock Colombia in a civil dispute with CDI arising from the invalidation of a membership interest transfer agreement and claims to profit-sharing rights valued at approximately USD5.7 million.

Strengths

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  • Posse Herrera Ruiz's dispute resolution team combines outstanding technical expertise with a clear understanding of the business. Its service is exceptional and clearly among the market leaders.

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  • Posse Herrera Ruiz is known for its extensive experience in both procedural and business matters, as well as its continuous availability and commitment to staying up to date. The team offers high-quality service and is well equipped to meet the needs of our organisation.

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  • Posse Herrera Ruiz is the adviser you need and want in any litigation matter. The firm is strategic and pragmatic, has in-depth knowledge and is approachable in its dealings with clients.

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  • Posse Herrera Ruiz's robust multidisciplinary team provides responsive, high-quality support, combining excellent client service, speed and a strong commitment to addressing any legal matter.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Carolina Posada
    Carolina Posada

    Carolina Posada

    Co-head of department Carolina Posada continues to garner outstanding endorsement from respondents for her prowess in the dispute resolution field in Colombia. She is recognised for her ability to handle sophisticated components of cases, and clients routinely instruct her in international arbitration proceedings, sensitive investigations and class actions.

    • Carolina Posada has been instrumental in the delivery of our work and client service. She has a remarkable ability to translate complex issues into clear, practical solutions, enabling clients to play a more effective role in resolving disputes.

      Dispute Resolution: Civil & Commercial Litigation respondentLatin America

    • Carolina Posada is among the leading litigation lawyers in Colombia. Her legal advice is consistently insightful, combining rigorous legal analysis with practical solutions that businesses can implement effectively.

      Dispute Resolution: Civil & Commercial Litigation respondentLatin America

    • Carolina Posada is an excellent team leader with impeccable case management skills and exceptional attention to detail. She is a trusted adviser to whom any matter can be entrusted, no matter how complex.

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    • She has a strong ability to devise innovative, legally sound strategies, approaching matters pragmatically while maintaining rigorous protection of clients’ legal positions and interests.

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  • Daniel Posse
    Daniel Posse

    Daniel Posse

    Daniel Posse has forged a formidable reputation as one of Colombia's leading dispute resolution practitioners. His longstanding reputation and expertise in arbitration and litigation proceedings place him as a standout individual in the field, sought after by clients for the most complex and sophisticated matters in the market.

    • Daniel is highly experienced, approachable and deeply committed to his clients' cases. Working with him is a genuine pleasure, owing to his professionalism and friendly manner.

      Dispute Resolution: Civil & Commercial Litigation respondentLatin America

    • Daniel Posse's strong knowledge and dedication inspire confidence at the most important and sensitive stages of arbitration proceedings, making him a trusted adviser in complex matters.

      Dispute Resolution: Civil & Commercial Litigation respondentLatin America

    • Daniel Posse is a legal adviser with exceptional strategic insight.

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    • Daniel Posse is a seasoned arbitration practitioner, distinguished by his strong track record in managing international arbitral institutions and large international tribunals.

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  • Estefanía Ponce Durán
    Estefanía Ponce Durán

    Estefanía Ponce Durán

    Estefanía Ponce Durán is widely recognised as a leading international arbitration practitioner and co-head of the dispute resolution department. She focuses on international arbitration and related litigation, representing states, investors and companies in complex cross-border disputes across a broad range of sectors.

    • Estefanía Ponce has demonstrated exceptional professionalism in managing a complex multi-jurisdictional dispute. Her strategic judgement, technical expertise and stakeholder management have been outstanding.

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  • Juan Pablo Bonilla
    Juan Pablo Bonilla

    Juan Pablo Bonilla

    Juan Pablo Bonilla represents local and international clients in litigation and arbitration, with a particular focus on insolvency matters and complex commercial disputes. His market-recognised practice also covers competition, consumer protection and unfair competition cases.

    • Juan Pablo Bonilla combines his extensive experience with a strong understanding of the risks associated with the advice he provides. He is also highly responsive and always available to meet our needs.

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  • Daniela Corchuelo
    Daniela Corchuelo

    Daniela Corchuelo

    Up-and-coming partner Daniela Corchuelo continues to receive recognition from interviewees for her skills assisting with noteworthy disputes on behalf of both international and domestic clients.

    • Daniela Corchuelo has a strong command of both substantive and procedural law. She brings significant arbitration expertise and a proven ability to develop and implement effective legal strategies.

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