Ustáriz & Abogados Estudio Jurídico

With a marked emphasis on regulatory work, Ustáriz & Abogados Estudio Jurídico stands out for its expertise in matters concerning banking responsibility, electronic fraud, fintech and International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) master agreements. Enjoying close relationships with a raft of domestic and international banks operating in Colombia, the group handles a mix of advisory, transactional and contentious matters, with a strong showing as regards representing banks in appeals against administrative sanctions. Founding partner Luis Humberto Ustáriz leverages a comprehensive 25-year-record in handling capital markets, banking and finance, and dispute resolution-related work following previous roles at both public and commercial entities, including the Superintendence of Finance. Fellow founding partner Jose Federico Ustáriz also brings to bear considerable industry experience gained during former stints as legal comptroller in financial institutions. The group includes seasoned counsels Pablo Valencia, who handles a mix of transactional and regulatory work; Calixto Anaya, who joined in April 2023 from Fiduciaria Scotiabank Colpatria; and Mario Fajardo, who arrived in November 2023 from Fiduciaria Popular. Senior counsel Andrés Pineda left in October 2023 to join Fondo Nacional de Garantías.