A ‘very interactive boutique firm’, MestreMendieta Penalistas receives strong praise from sources for its ’direct relationship with its clients’ as well as for its ‘exhaustive investigation and judicious analysis of cases’. A strong choice for both corporate and public-sector clients, the practice handles a broad mix of compliance, risk-prevention and contentious matters, including representation before the Attorney General’s Office. Noted for his strong combination of professional experience and academic capability, José Fernando Mestre has notched up an impressive record in advising corporate executives and public servants in corruption-related cases. Mestre co-leads the department together with Nadia Carolina Mendieta, who is noted for her ’pragmatism in resolving cases’. The team also includes senior associate Nicolás Hurtado, who is an increasingly prominent name in the compliance and white-collar crime sphere.
Testimonials
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- ‘It is a very interactive boutique firm, with a direct relationship with its clients, which facilitates a comprehensive understanding of the issues and allows the team to provide tailored, comprehensive advice.’
- ‘MestreMendieta is a law firm with complementary practices that allows it to diagnose and elaborate on detailed theories of the case and prepare for changes in the decisions of the prosecutor, or the judge, throughout the process.’
Key clients
- AngloGold Ashanti Colombia
- Grupo Argos
Work highlights
- Cross-examined several witnesses in an individual’s trial for corruption charges.
- Advised Mercado Libre on improving its compliance programme.