Legal advice on internationalization and foreign investment

We are experts in international and business law.

Our experience as practicing lawyers and government representatives allows us to offer a comprehensive view of international business law. Additionally, we have advised large corporations, small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as startups, enabling us to tailor our solutions efficiently to the specific needs of each transaction.

Comprehensive legal advice

We offer legal advice for the operation of international companies in Colombia and some Latin American countries, from contract negotiation, establishment of corporate vehicles, and foreign trade strategies to the protection of intangible assets.

Intelligent Design and Creation of Companies.
Business Collaboration (Joint Venture).
Corporate Governance Proposal.
Legal schemes for tax financing.
International Trade and Customs Law.
Trade Defense (Anti-dumping and Safeguards Measures).
International Negotiation and Contracting.
Business, Labor, and Tax Law.
Copyright, Patent Registration, and Industrial Designs.

Regulatory framework and market maximization

We accompany companies in their investment analysis in Latin America or in enhancing their presence in international markets, whether in Latin America, the Middle East, or the Asia-Pacific region.

Market Research Development or Complementation.
Risk and Opportunity Analysis.
Development and execution of strategies for entering new markets and public positioning.
Franchise Model Structuring or International Adaptation to Existing Franchise Models.
Identification and validation of potential franchisees' solvency and experience, as well as brand usage oversight.

Investment protection and local presence

We provide legal services to foreign entrepreneurs seeking to do business in Latin America. Having worked within the government, we possess an understanding of internal processes within public entities. This allows us to accompany our clients, protect their investments, and leverage various government tools to develop local businesses.

Comprehensive Legal Advisory: Corporate Law, Regulatory Compliance, Intellectual Property, Customs, Labor, Tax, and Exchange Law.
Public Law, Infrastructure, and Public Procurement.
Companies and Investment Vehicles.
Mergers and Acquisitions.
Strategic use of International Investment and Trade Treaties, Andean Community, and Pacific Alliance.
Acquisition of benefits and special regimes: Free Trade Zones, Special Economic Zones, Plan Vallejo, and Rules of Origin.
International Trade and Trade Defense.

Business development and market opening

We accompany our clients in their analysis of starting a business project or enhancing their presence in international markets in Latin America, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region.

Market Research Development or Complementation.
Risk and Opportunity Analysis.
Funding Sources.
Development and execution of strategies for entering new markets and public positioning.
Search for distributors, partners, and/or allies.
Development of trade missions and business matchmaking events.
Participation or representation in trade fairs.
Distribution channels and internationalization: direct and indirect exports, commercial agency, franchises, microfranchises, etc.

Franchise development

We accompany our clients throughout the franchise structuring process. Our services range from lead generation to collaborating with franchisees.

Structuring of international and national franchises.
Identification and validation of potential franchisees' solvency.
Adaptation of franchise models to the commercial practices of international markets.
Support with communication and marketing strategies for dissemination and positioning.
Support for franchisee in their operation and design of joint campaigns between the product and other franchisees to align with the brand's interests and market potential.

Intellectual Property & Copyright Law

Our knowledge of the multilateral system, regional agreements, free trade, and intellectual and industrial property enables us to offer strategic advice on the protection of intangibles worldwide, leveraging the Latin American subregion. Our services in this practice area include:

E-commerce & Data Protection

Our understanding of domestic and foreign law allows us to offer a practical comparative law perspective, enabling our clients to anticipate the regulatory landscape for the proper functioning of their business models. Our services in this practice area include:

Internet Law, Apps, and Software.
Terms and Conditions.
Monetization of databases and protection.
International Data Transfer.
Online Dispute Resolution.
Consumer Law.

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