Track record: The firm advised Enertolima on the sale of its commercial establishment (distribution and commercialization assets) to EPSA (Grupo Argos). They advised Seguros del Estado (the second biggest Colombian insurance company) on the sale of 45% of the company to Grupo Mutua Madrileña (Spanish insurance company). The main private equity funds are clients.

Team & differentiation: The team is recognized as one of the best M&A teams in Colombia. Camilo Martínez, Juan Manuel de la Rosa and Felipe Quintero lead the M&A practice area and bring combined experience and skills to the firm. Partner Jose Miguel Mendoza is highly specialized in corporate law, shareholders’ agreements and shareholder litigation.

Track record: Valbuena Abogados focuses on​competition law and its practice is well regarded in the market. The firm regularly works on has the most complex, high-profile antitrust investigations, merger control proceedings, and unfair competition lawsuits. Clients are drawn from are from various industries, such as telecoms, pharmaceuticals, energy & natural resources and infrastructure.

Team & differentiation: The team is praised for its understanding of its client’s businesses and objectives, which allows them to give excellent advice. Founding Partner Gustavo Valbuena has served as superintendent of industry and commerce, which is the head of the highest administrative authority in antitrust affairs, data privacy and consumer protection.