Valued for providing ‘effective and creative solutions to complex problems’, Ibarra Abogados Rimon Law’s firm-wide focus on economic regulation and compliance pays dividends and it is widely recognised as a market leader for competition and antitrust law. The group is a particularly popular choice to advise on complex and highly strategic matters, where it has extensive experience in administrative investigations and competition litigation, including the representation of companies filing antitrust complaints against competitors. That being said, the group is also well versed in merger reviews and related work, including advising on complaints regarding non-compliance with merger remedies. Managing partner and department head Gabriel Ibarra is held up by clients for his ’unbeatable experience and specialised knowledge’; he continues to act alongside the ‘strategic’ Ana Lucía Parra to provide ongoing advice to Yara Colombia on day-to-day competition law matters. Rounding out the team at partner level is Alejandro Ibarra, who recently teamed up with Parra to represent PayU Colombia in filing an antitrust proceeding before the SIC against Visa and Mastercard. Other key contacts include senior associate Carlos Bermúdes Pulido, whose practice combines antitrust, public procurement, commercial and administrative law.
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‘The team has a complete view of our company's needs, which makes its recommendations practical, easy and safe to implement. Ana Lucía Parra and Gabriel Ibarra stay close to the client and they are both informed about our sector which makes them strategic in their advice.’
‘A strong team from a leading boutique practice firm. Lawyers demonstrate vast experience and knowledge.’
‘Ibarra Abogados is characterised as being a compact team with great knowledge in competition law. Lawyers are always available for calls and questions and have excellent client service levels.’
‘The great plus that Ibarra lawyers have over others is their specialised knowledge. Each team member shows great background and knowledge in their area, while additionally keeping in mind the national and international context. The advice provided has been excellent in every way.’
‘The firm is characterised by its solid teamwork, its personalised customer service and its long history in competition law. The firm's lawyers provide effective and creative solutions to complex problems, making the most of the intersection between competition law, criminal law, foreign trade and IP.’
‘In recent years, the firm has invested significant efforts in optimising the various legal services offered to clients with the use of software for trade mark surveillance, process monitoring and document automation. Likewise, the firm is made up of an equitable team in matters of gender and the LGBTQI+ community.’
‘Gabriel Ibarra stands out for being a lawyer with unbeatable experience and specialised knowledge in the areas of competition law and customs law. Throughout his long professional career, he has been characterised as a lawyer of integrity and respect.’
‘The level of involvement from key partners Gabriel Ibarra and Ana Lucía Parra is unique. They are aware of every detail of both the strategy and its execution. They have an excellent relationship with their clients and a superior level of experience that provides great support in competition matters.’
Key clients
- PayU Colombia
- Yara Colombia
- Brinsa
- Ingenio Risaralda
- Ingenio del Cauca
- C.I. de Azúcares y Mieles (CIAMSA)
- Messer Colombia
- Alambike (Aguardiente Jubilo)
- UNE EPM Telecomunicaciones
Work highlights
- Advised Renault Sociedad de Fabricación de Automotores (Renault SOFASA) on competition law matters.
- Represented PayU Colombia in an antitrust proceeding before the SIC, regarding the antitrust complaint filed by PayU against the franchises Visa and Mastercard.
- Advised Yara Colombia on competition law matters.
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Gabriel Ibarra