Ports

Ports

The ports and maritime industry is one of the most relevant in Colombia due to its connection with two oceans and the amount of port companies in the country. At DLA Piper Martinez Beltrán we offer specialized services for ports in every level, including: advice, negotiation with public entities and, of course, litigation matters. 

We have broad experience in (i) day-to-day business and corporate sphere of port companies with their special characteristics; (ii) drafting and negotiation of complex contracts with different parties, including shipping companies, free trade zones, and shipping agents; (iii) procedures and permits of all kinds before authorities; and (iv) handling and management of port concession contracts and other documents associated with this special relationship with the public authority.  

Finally, we offer accompaniment in labor matters of individual and collective nature, environmental and customs, always considering their special nature and taking advantage of the knowledge that we have built thanks to our clients. 

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Utilities

Utilities

DLA Piper Martínez Beltrán has participated in some of the largest and most complex water projects in the world. In addition to project development and financing, we assist with mergers and acquisitions, project tenders, environmental regulatory matters, trade agreements, intellectual property advice, and dispute resolution.

Our experience also covers the entire spectrum of agreements related to public services, advising clients on agreements for the construction, administration and operation of infrastructure, as well as on environmental and planning issues, technological development and regulatory conflicts.

We accompany both public and private originators in the legal structuring of projects. The experience of our team in this matter includes infrastructure, energy, water, mobility, transportation, among others.

We provide legal consulting in the design and evaluation of public policies, the definition of the legal viability of projects, the definition of new business models and / or the improvement of existing businesses.

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Private Equity Funds

Private Equity Funds

DLA Piper Martínez Beltrán extensive knowledge of the market and the relevant businesses. We advise numerous companies on all aspects of private equity transactions, especially on issues related to add-on acquisitions, incentive compensation, capital raising, debt financing, joint ventures and commercial contracts.

We have a large volume of transactions in this sector, which has allowed us to gain extensive knowledge of the capital, debt and insurance markets. Based on the above, we help our clients achieve their investment objectives taking into account all the legal aspects of the M&A process and provide advice throughout the entire investment process.

Due to the great work of our team locally and globally, our Private Equity practice is recognized as a leading practice. We have more than 200 highly responsive and dedicated lawyers who work together to execute sophisticated transactions efficiently and cost-effectively.

Our clients benefit from:

  • Transaction expertise: Our practice is ranked #1 in mergers and acquisitions and #2 in private equity transaction volume. We are at the top of national and global rankings in venture capital, mergers and acquisitions and capital markets.

  • Competitive Pricing:Our team offers exceptional service at competitive prices. Our extensive experience in handling some of the most complex private equity transactions translates into significant returns for our clients.

  • Quality advice: The experience we have gained acting on more private equity transactions than most other law firms enables us to provide quality commercial advice to our clients. We have the market knowledge and exposure to help you achieve your investment objectives in a comprehensive and efficient manner.
  • Cross-border operations: Our firm offers a truly integrated service, with responsiveness in all jurisdictions in which we operate around the world. We are one of the few global firms specialized in private equity that can offer clients a true ability to execute cross-border transactions, covering the full spectrum of legal needs.

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Fintech

FinTech

DLA Piper Martínez Beltrán is one of the most experienced law firms advising companies in the FinTech industry in Colombia.

Our dedicated team consists of experts in financial, corporate and tax law, with extensive experience in the industry regulation as well as in complex and innovative transactions.

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Education

Education

DLA Piper Martínez Beltrán has extensive experience advising public and private entities in the Education sector.

We offer comprehensive legal advice in all areas of law with an impact on the academic, formative and research activities of universities, schools and other educational institutions.The Firm advises clients in the process of formalizing national and international agreements, merger and acquisition transactions, financial operations, compliance,dispute resolution and regulatory matters, among others.

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Retail

Retail

DLA Piper Martínez Beltrán offers specialized legal advice to the Retail industry. We advise clients in obtaining licenses, registration and protection of trademarks, franchises, negotiation with suppliers and distributors, consumer rights, corporate and labor matters, mergers and acquisitions transactions, regulatory matters and day-to-day operations.

Likewise, the interdisciplinary nature of our team, allows us to protect our clients against possible legal contingencies, as well as represent them in dispute resolution matters.

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Automotive

Automotive

DLA Piper Martínez Beltrán advises national and international companies dedicated to the manufacturing, distribution, design and sale of vehicles and assembly parts. The firm has extensive experience in the Automotive sector of private, cargo and mass transportation.

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Agribusiness

Agribusiness

DLA Piper Martínez Beltrán has a team of lawyers specialized in all stages of the development of agro-industrial projects. This includes property acquisition, advice on real estate law, regulatory matters, obtaining licenses, negotiating with communities, negotiating with national and regional entities, and structuring contracts.

Our deep knowledge of the sector also allows us to successfully represent companies in the Agribusiness sector in complex litigation and arbitration proceedings.

The Firm has specialized in the study of the existing competition in the agroindustry sector, having deep knowledge about the characteristics of the market, based on which it has been possible to obtain authorizations of market concentration by the Superintendence of Industry and Commerce, and policies focused on Competition Law have been created and implemented to prevent any risk of restrictive competition practices.

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Hotelería y Turismo

Hospitality & Tourism

DLA Piper Martínez Beltrán offers first-class multidisciplinary legal services to hotel chains, investors, travel agencies, tour operators and financing entities in the Hospitality and Tourism industry.

Our team has extensive experience in the structuring, negotiation and execution of investments and the acquisition and sale of real estate projects in this industry, as well as in the day-to-day legal advice.

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Healthcare

Healthcare & Pharmaceutical

DLA Piper Martínez Beltrán offers comprehensive advice to companies in the Healthcare and Pharmaceutical industries, such as hospitals, medical technology development companies, cosmetics, research institutions, associations and emerging companies in the biotechnology sector.

We are one of the most active firms in the country in structuring investment operations and mergers and acquisitions transactions in the healthcare industry. Additionally, we advise on trademarks, unfair competition, licensing agreements, obtaining product authorizations, as well as on corporate, contractual, tax and day-to-day matters.

We have advised clients on the diversification of their business at a national level and on the expansion of their operations and commercial activities abroad.

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