INDIVIDUAL PROFILE

Juan David Velasco

High Net Worth 2026

Baker McKenzie S.A.S.

Ranked in 1 practice area

Private Wealth Law

Colombia

7 years ranked

Contributions and articles

2 Global Practice Guides

About

Provided by Baker McKenzie S.A.S.

High Net Worth

Practice Areas

Juan David is a Transactional Tax Partner and Wealth Management Practice Group Leader at Baker McKenzie Colombia.

As a leading transactional tax practitioner, he has actively advised numerous public and private companies, as well as private equity and venture capital firms on multijurisdictional tax-related aspects of investment, project finance, mergers, acquisitions and disposition of business interests and corporate reorganizations.

He also works with high-net-worth individuals on private wealth management, tax-efficient estate planning strategies and cross-border asset-protection structures.

Juan's practice focuses on International Tax, Transactional Tax, Merger and Acquisition Tax, Taxation of Private Equity and Venture Capital, Taxation of Digital Economy, Taxation of Compensation & Benefits, and Wealth Management for private clients.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers High Net Worth

Private Wealth Law - Colombia

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Juan David Velasco is experienced in corporate structuring, succession planning and other tax advice. He also advises ultra-high net worth clients on estate planning and trust-related matters, frequently working on both domestic and cross-border matters.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Juan David Velasco's intelligence and creativity in addressing complex matters is exceptional. He has an astounding memory for detail, recalling specific aspects of our cases and context, which greatly facilitates the continuity and quality of our work.
Private Wealth LawChambers High Net Worth
Juan's knowledge and ability to communicate complex topics clearly, simply and practically is admirable. His availability and support throughout the process made us feel supported at all times.
Private Wealth LawChambers High Net Worth
Juan David Velasco is a great guy and world-class lawyer. He is smart, grounded and always available. He handles global work with ease, and connects well with everyone involved.
Private Wealth LawChambers High Net Worth
Juan David is an excellent partner, with vast knowledge of the subject. He's always willing to help as quickly as possible.
Private Wealth LawChambers High Net Worth
Juan David is an exceptional adviser. He is strategic, precise and deeply committed.
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