The projects group at Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA) impresses sources with its ‘commitment to excellence in client service’. Well versed across the full life cycle of project matters, from tenders through to operational issues, the team counts public-sector entities, banks, investment funds and construction companies among its key clients. Department head Paola Larrahondo is an increasingly prominent name for infrastructure and administrative law; she recently advised Empresa Metro de Bogotá on the construction and operation of Bogotá’s metro lines. Seasoned projects specialist, José Luis Suárez, contributes experience across the full range of infrastructure, public law and project finance; he advised VGMobility on the financing of a project for the provision of an electric bus fleet. Senior associates Juan Antonio Ucrós (infrastructure and administrative law) and Catalina Prieto (banking and finance and infrastructure) provide additional support.

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  • ‘The team is always willing to solve doubts, while its responses, apart from being quick, are very clear and effective.’

  • ‘Juan Antonio Ucrós and Paola Larrahondo are excellent professionals. They both have extensive knowledge in conflict resolution concerning concession contracts, so they understand the challenges and know how to provide solutions.’

  • ‘GPA is recognised for its outstanding legal team that is characterised by its professionalism and personalised attention. What makes this practice unique is its comprehensive focus on providing legal solutions tailored to each client's specific need and also its ability to provide innovative and strategic solutions.’

  • ‘Lawyers stand out for their deep legal knowledge, strategic approach and commitment to excellence in client service. Some of the outstanding partners in the firm include Paola Larrahondo, who is specialised in infrastructure and bidding processes.’

  • ‘Juan Antonio Ucrós knows contracts very well and is capable of articulating the entire business with specific consultations on a topic.’

Key clients

  • Empresa Metro de Bogotá
  • Mota-Engil
  • CRRC (Hong Kong)
  • Jajomar
  • Cal & Mayor
  • DB Engineering & Consulting
  • VG Mobility
  • CRRC Changchun Railway Vehicles
  • Financiera de Desarrollo Nacional
  • ERG International UK

Work highlights

  • Advised Empresa Metro de Bogotá on the construction and operation of Bogotá’s metro lines.
  • Advised VGMobility on the financing of three tranches of a project for the provision of an electric bus fleet and depots.
  • Advised Jajomar and Cal & Mayor on the structuring of an unsolicited PPP proposal for the construction and implementation of a public road-parking system.

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Practice head

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Paola Larrahondo