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Provided by Ecija Abogados

ECIJA Colombia has extensive experience in competition and antitrust law in activities as explained below: 

Sanctioning procedures (cartels and abuses of dominant position) initiated by the Spanish or Community Competition Authorities.

Records of control of concentrations before the Spanish or Community Competition Authorities.

 Issues related to public aids and State intervention.

Judicial appeals before national and Community courts against decisions of Competition Authorities.

Civil proceedings for compensation of damages for breach of Competition Law.

Prior analysis in the context of mergers and acquisitions, in the due diligence phase and the development of strategies that accelerate the authorization of a merger.

 Evaluation of business practices potentially restrictive of competition.

Corporate programs of internal compliance with the competition rules.



Chambers Review

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Competition/Antitrust - Colombia

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Ecija Abogados is a dynamic law firm with a variegated competition law offering in Colombia. The legal team is particularly experienced in acting on merger control processes for major Colombian and international companies. The practice group's expertise encompasses advising on litigation proceedings before the SIC and complex regulatory issues. Ecija Abogados' clients hail from a wide range of industries including real estate, telecommunications, and banking and finance. Biomax Biocombustibles, Bogotá Fútbol Club and Team Trainer Sports are among new client wins this year.

Work Highlights

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  • Ecija Abogados represented Dispresco in an investigation initiated by the SIC for alleged anticompetitive behaviours and obstruction of the Department of Antioquia’s distilled liquors distribution and commercialisation.

Strengths

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The coverage provided by Ecija is a distinctive feature. It is a highly professional firm that supports the client at all times, making them feel secure with their expert opinions. 

Competition/Antitrust respondent
Latin America

Notable Practitioners

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Pablo Márquez
2
Pablo Márquez
Head of Competition/Antitrust
2
Band 2

Pablo Márquez benefits from solid expertise advising on litigation proceedings before the SIC, as well as assisting with regulatory competition issues in Colombia.

Pablo Márquez is a lawyer of great trajectory and recognition for his knowledge and experience in competition matters. He provides a solid service and level of sophistication.

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Julio César Castañeda A
4
Julio César Castañeda A
4
Band 4

Julio César Castañeda is well regarded for his activity in the regulatory aspect of the competition law sphere.

Julio César Castañeda is a brilliant lawyer. He is technical, meticulous, and thorough.

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Ranked Lawyers at
Ecija Abogados

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Competition/Antitrust
Pablo Márquez
2
Pablo Márquez
Head of Competition/Antitrust
2
Band 2
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Julio César Castañeda A
4
Julio César Castañeda A
4
Band 4
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Members

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Pablo E Onofre

Pablo Márquez

Pablo Márquez

Head of Department

Patricia Renjifo

Clients

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Argos

Bavaria

CMO

Dimayor

MercadoLibre

Terpel

Industries

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Entertainment

Finacial