Chambers Review
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Corporate/M&A - Colombia
What the Team is Known For
Uribe Henao Abogados is a Medellín-based firm with an established reputation for its corporate and M&A practice. The legal team offers advice on a wide range of mandates, including sale and acquisition of equity stakes, investment and shareholders agreements, and corporate restructurings. The corporate department is also frequently called upon by national and international clients to assist with due diligence mandates.
Strengths
Uribe Henao Abogados strengths include their business management skills, in-depth knowledge of the regulatory framework and the ability to efficiently structure complex transactions.
Uribe Henao excels as a firm close to its clients, with strong negotiation and legal management skills. They help us avoid mistakes and provide reliable, well-rounded advice we can trust.
Work Highlights
Uribe Henao Abogados advised Sociedad Portafolio on its corporate restructuring throughout its entire lifecycle, from incorporation to voluntary liquidation, as part of a complex corporate reorganisation and transfer of stake interests involving Grupo Nutresa, Grupo Argos, and Grupo Sura.
Notable practitioners
Partner and co-head of department Carlos Fernando Henao Moreno is praised by clients and peers alike for his dynamic practice in Medellin. He has expertise in advising on M&A transactions.
Carlos Fernando Henao Moreno is an excellent ally to our company. He has deep understanding of our business's necessities and can predict significant risks, to keep transactions smooth and efficient.
Co-head of department and managing partner of the firm, María Carolina Uribe is recognised for her activity in the Colombian market, advising clients on both transaction structuring and corporate governance mandates.
María Carolina Uribe's approach is clear and practical. Her experience working for high-level companies enables her to anticipate risks and provide solutions that align with business needs.