International Trade/WTO
Latin America Guide 2025 : Colombia
Band 1
About
Provided by Araújo Ibarra Consultores Internacionales
Araújo Ibarra is the leading Colombian firm in investment and international trade mechanisms. We advise local and international businessmen, as well as governments and government agencies in identifying and seizing business opportunities combined with the design of strategies that enables them to increase their competitiveness in a globalized environment.
Through a global network of partners and an interdisciplinary team, we provide economic and legal advice in Free Zones / Special Economic Zones, Special Import-Export Systems “Plan Vallejo”, International Trade Strategy, Customs Law, Foreign Exchange, Trade Remedies and Commercial Policy (Anti-Dumping measures), Corporate Law and Tax Planning.
We have led the optimization of some of the most important investment projects in the history of Colombia. In addition, we actively participate in the design of investment and foreign trade strategies in the main emerging economies of the world.
MAIN AREAS OF PRACTICE
International Trade.
Customs Law
Trade remedies and commercial policy
Special Import-Export Systems “Plan Vallejo”
Innovation and internationalization strategies
Corporate law and M&A
Chambers Review
Araújo Ibarra Consultores Internacionales is an outstanding international trade and customs boutique that is highly respected in the Colombian market. The legal team remains a top choice for matters pertaining to free trade zone regulations, as well as the declaration and extension of free trade zone status. The department's expertise further encompasses anti-dumping matters and administrative proceedings before the DIAN. The law firm's new client wins include T1T Solutions and Grupo Energía de Bogotá.
Work Highlights
- Araújo Ibarra Consultores Internacionales' international trade team assisted SOCODA with an investigation for the renewal of the anti-dumping duties concerning imports of stainless steel dishwashers weighing less than or equal to 8 kilograms from China.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Araújo Ibarra Consultores Internacionales stand out for their specialised and detailed knowledge in the field which allows them to exercise a novel and strong defence in customs sanctions proceedings."
"Araújo Ibarra Consultores Internacionales is a boutique firm with a team which is made to provide a tailor-made service and timely, personalised first-class attention."
"Araújo Ibarra Consultores Internacionales stand out for their specialised and detailed knowledge in the field which allows them to exercise a novel and strong defence in customs sanctions proceedings."
"Araújo Ibarra Consultores Internacionales is a boutique firm with a team which is made to provide a tailor-made service and timely, personalised first-class attention."
Notable Practitioners
Front-running practitioner Martín Gustavo Ibarra Pardo comes highly recommended by significant clients for his top-notch international trade expertise in Colombia.
"Martín Gustavo Ibarra Pardo's customer service is extraordinary, he always gives timely responses and has a high level of knowledge mixed with a world-class business strategy."
"Martin Gustavo is a shrewd lawyer with in-depth knowledge of the subject he works with. He provides personalised attention to customers and his experience is reflected in the strategies he proposes."
Up-and-coming partner Andrea Caicedo is skilled at advising on international trade matters in Colombia and recognised for her capabilities in customs mandates.
"Andrea Caicedo is an excellent lawyer, very diligent and handles customs issues with great rigour."
Ranked Lawyers at
Araújo Ibarra Consultores Internacionales
Colombia
Members
Provided by Araújo Ibarra Consultores Internacionales
Industries
Provided by Araújo Ibarra Consultores Internacionales
Automobiles & Parts
Chemicals
Construction & Materials
Consumer Product Manufacturing
Energy
Food & Drink Producers
Forestry & Paper
Government
Health Care
Industrial Engineering
Mining & Metals
Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
Real Estate
Retail
Telecommunications
Transportation