CMS Rodríguez-Azuero
Client Satisfaction
The ‘top-notch team’ at CMS Rodríguez-Azuero stands out for its ’flexibility, dedication and commitment’. The practice houses a predominant compliance offering which routinely advises domestic and multinational clients on the full spread of Colombian anti-corruption matters, including adherence with SAGRILAFT (System of Self-Control and Management of the Comprehensive Risk of Money Laundering, Financing of Terrorism, and Financing of Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction) and the Transparency and Business Ethics Programme (PTEE). On the white-collar crime side, the team has recently advised both victims and defendants in criminal proceedings. Dual-qualified (Colombia/New York) Daniel Rodríguez is a popular choice to support national and foreign corporations on their compliance programmes, including recently advising HP Colombia on implementing its SAGRILAFT policy. Rodríguez co-heads the department together with Jacques Simhon, whose dispute resolution expertise positions him well for both compliance and contentious work. Key supporting associates include senior Santiago Calle (‘extensive experience in criminal law’); and semi-senior María José Correa. Former counsel Beatriz Molina left to go freelance in July 2023, since when the firm has hired Ligia María Vargas Mendoza (also as a counsel, as of June 2024); who will particularly strengthen the practice group's litigious capabilities.
Testimonials
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‘CMS Rodríguez-Azuero deserves recognition for its exceptional work, which exceeded initial expectations. Its ability to adapt to the particular needs of the client, along with its legal precision, were determining factors for making strategic decisions. Its flexibility, dedication and commitment facilitated fluid dialogue.’
‘It stands out for the attention to detail and deep legal knowledge of its lawyers. The advice provided is based on an exhaustive analysis, explained in a simple way, and followed by prompt identification of the problem to be solved. It was common to expect the extra mile in legal, operational and administrative matters.’
Key clients
- FCC Aqualia
- Sociedad Portuaria Puerto Bahía
Work highlights
- Represented a significant group of victims of the actions carried out by Felipe Miguel Rocha Medina relating to a pyramid scheme.
- Advised HP Colombia in designing and implementing its SAGRILAFT policy, and other anti-corruption compliance matters.