Competition and antitrust

Esguerra JHR

A destination firm for competition and antitrust matters, administrative law stalwart Esguerra JHR attracts praise for its ‘remarkable professionalism, knowledge and legal strategy’. Fielding three experienced partners dedicated to the area, the competition team stands out for its depth and breadth across the full range of investigations, merger reviews, unfair competition litigation and regulatory issues, while it also contributes strength in complementary areas such as consumer law and data protection. Alfonso Miranda is widely regarded as a dean of Colombia’s competition bar; he recently teamed up with high-profile competition litigator Andrés Jaramillo Hoyos to represent Comcel (Comunicación Celular) in an antitrust investigation conducted by the SIC concerning mobile number portability and sham litigation, among other issues. The group also draws on the experience of up-and-coming competition partner Daniel Beltrán, who co-heads the department together with Miranda and Jaramillo Hoyos. Among its junior names, clients highlight intermediate associate and ’outstanding asset’ David Cotrina, who handles a mix of competition, consumer protection and intellectual property-related work. Associate Jasibi Ali Cabrales left in August 2023 to join Nestlé.

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Testimonials

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‘It is a very complete team, with extensive knowledge. It is also very attentive and proactive in all the activities related to the advice it provides to us.’
‘Lawyers are very professional people who stay very close to the client; they take the trouble to understand our needs and evaluate how they can meet those needs in light of the standards and best practices.’
‘Esguerra Asesores Jurídicos is characterised by its ability to provide top-level legal advice, with direct attention from partners, which guarantees that its suggestions are accurate and come with a high degree of legal security.’
‘The team stands out for its remarkable professionalism, knowledge and legal strategy. Daniel Beltrán and Alfonso Miranda are excellent and the work conducted has direct involvement of both partners, which is undoubtedly a plus and guarantee.’
‘We value the team for its deep knowledge of competition practice and its extensive experience, which allows the formulation of solid strategies for the issues we need addressing.’
‘David Cotrina is an outstanding asset for Esguerra Asesores Jurídicos as he delivers professional opinions supported by deep understanding of our business. In addition, he strikes the necessary balance between business and law advice. ’
‘The team demonstrates total knowledge of competition issues and it provides agile and innovative solutions. Overall, a great team composed of Alfonso Miranda and Daniel Beltrán.’
‘Great experience in competition matters, and excellent management of unstructured contexts that require adequate management and strategy. Great level of involvement from key partner Alfonso Miranda.’

Key clients

Avianca
Bancolombia
Corficolombiana
Drummond
Organización Terpel
Bavaria & Cia (Ab InBev)
Kimberly Clark
Comcel
Promigas
Laboratorios Baxter
Sanimax
Manuelita
Equion Energia
Sociedad Portuaria Regional de Buenaventura
Oleoducto Central – OCENSA
Ecopetrol
Koba Colombia D1
Citibank
Quala
Mexichem (Orbia)
Olympia

Work highlights

Represented Avianca in an administrative investigation conducted by the SIC concerning alleged non-compliance with the remedies imposed on a merger to jointly manage the Avianca Tours brand.
Represented Sociedad Portuaria Regional de Buenaventura in an investigation by the SIC to determine whether it engaged in anti-competitive behaviour concerning the provision of port operation services in the Port of Buenaventura.
Advised Bancolombia—Grupo Sura on merger-control matters connected to the creation of a new digital solution (ARATI) for senior citizens between Grupo Sura, Bancolombia, Protección, Sura AM and Seguros Suramericana.

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