Dispute Resolution
Latin America Guide 2025 : Colombia
Band 5
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Provided by Esguerra JHR
Esguerra JHR has a vast experience in dispute resolution, representing both plaintiffs and defendants in numerous cases before national courts in different jurisdictions, as well as national and international arbitral tribunals.
The dispute resolution team’s history goes back to over thirty years, even before the four partners joined together in Esguerra. In the 90s, Mr. Esguerra and Mr. Piquero together successfully defended the Colombian Government in the over 800 lawsuits brought by those affected by the Volcán Nevado del Ruiz eruption in November, 1985. During that time, and before joining the firm, Mr. Miranda and Mr. Jaramillo leaded an unparalleled antitrust practice since which they have participated in the most important antitrust litigations in Colombia.
The firm has developed a special working method to gain maximum leverage of every area of expertise combined with a procedural strategy designed for every particular case, prioritizing the technical and financial aspects of the cases and a deep knowledge of the economic sector and the applicable regulation. Furthermore, we accomplish a thorough risk analysis of the particular dispute and set mitigation measures.
Chambers Review
Colombian law firm Esguerra JHR possesses an admired dispute resolution practice group that is adept at handling litigation and arbitration proceedings. The team is frequently retained by clients hailing from highly regulated industries including finance, construction and energy.
Work Highlights
- Esguerra JHR represented Caja Colombiana de Subsidio Familiar in several litigation proceedings regarding the construction of a housing project.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"I highlight the firm's solidity, its decisive advisory approach, and the certainty with which it provides recommendations on complex issues. Their advice is grounded in excellent technical knowledge."
"I highlight the firm's solidity, its decisive advisory approach, and the certainty with which it provides recommendations on complex issues. Their advice is grounded in excellent technical knowledge."
Notable Practitioners
Senior statesperson Juan Carlos Esguerra Portocarrero is commended by market observers for his extensive experience acting as an arbitrator in high-profile arbitration proceedings in Colombia. He is also praised for acting as counsel to clients across a range of arbitration and litigation proceedings.
"Juan Carlos Esguerra Portocarrero is a respectable practitioner who stands out for his great experience, respectfulness and humility."
Co-head of department Felipe Piquero Villegas offers a solid practice representing clients across several industries in commercial litigation and arbitration proceedings in Colombia.
"Felipe Piquero Villegas is an excellent lawyer with broad vision and an analytical approach to defending his clients' interests."
Ranked Lawyers at
Esguerra JHR
Colombia
Members
Provided by Esguerra JHR
Alfonso Miranda
Andrés Cadena
Head of Department
Head of Department
Jorge Gómez
Juan Carlos Esguerra Portocarrero
Head of Department
Sandra Salinas
Clients
Provided by Esguerra JHR
ATAC
Acción Fiduciaria S.A.
Air France
Avianca
Carbones del Cerrejon Limited
Cenit Transporte y Logística de Hidrocarburos
Colsubsidio
Easyfly
Equion
Fiducoldex
Fiduprevisora S.A
Grupo Suramericana
IATA
Latam Airlines
Industries
Provided by Esguerra JHR
Aerospace & Defence
Airports
Automobiles & Parts
Banks
Chemicals
Commercial & Professional Services
Construction & Materials
Consumer Product Manufacturing
Education
Energy
Financial Services
Food & Drink Producers
Government
Health Care
Industrial Engineering
Insurance
Mining & Metals
Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
Private Clients / Individuals
Real Estate
Real Estate Finance
Retail
Software & Computer Services
Technology, Hardware & Electronics
Telecommunications
Transportation
Utilities