As a specialist boutique exceling in investment mechanisms and international trade, Araújo Ibarra strikes the right note with clients due to its ‘extensive knowledge and experience’. Housing dominant offerings in all key pillars of international trade law — including trade remedies, customs matters, free zones and trade policy — the multidisciplinary team has established itself as a first port of call for domestic and multinational companies and governments looking for foreign trade advice. Managing partner Martín Ibarra KC is widely acknowledged as a ‘true expert in his field’; he was recently engaged by the Trade and Investment Division of the Inter-American Development Bank to advise on strengthening Jamaica’s Special Economic Zone regime. Olga Salamanca heads the the trade remedies and commercial policy area, where she stands out for her ‘knowledge of international treaties and sound judgment’; she recently represented the Colombian steel industry in seeking safeguarding measures on imports of corrugated iron or steel bars for concrete reinforcement from the Andean Community. Other key contacts include director Andrea Caicedo, who fronts the customs and exchange law unit; Felipe Barón, who serves as manager in the customs and exchange law practice; and senior consultant Nathalia Sáchica, who focuses on administrative and customs law.

Scoring highly for its ‘knowledge and specialisation in the area of international trade’, Ibarra Abogados Rimon Law is distinguished by its dominant record in anti-dumping cases and countervailing measures. The five-lawyer-strong practice also draws on its integrated team of lawyers and specialist non-legal professionals — including economists, bankers, engineers and auditors — to advise on bilateral and multilateral agreements, WTO dispute settlement and customs law. In a significant development, the regulatory boutique further added to its multidisciplinary firepower in February 2024, when it joined forces with four other boutique law firms (MPV Abogados, Prias Cadavid Abogados, Quintero y Quintero Asesores and Torrado Angarita & Pinzón Abogados) to form Signature Legal Group. Firm founder Gabriel Ibarra is widely hailed for his ‘excellent knowledge and experience in the field’; he recently paired up with competition and international trade partner, Alejandro Ibarra, to successfully represent Acesco and Corpacero in proceedings before the Ministry of Commerce seeking the imposition of anti-dumping duties against steel products from China. Rounding out the group of department heads is Ana Lucía Parra, who advises on customs, competition, consumer protection and administrative law; she acted alongside Gabriel Ibarra to advise Colgate Palmolive on customs and foreign trade matters. Senior associate Dylan Arias is also noted for his ‘drive to understand the business’.

International trade lawyers at Brigard Urrutia are roundly praised for their ‘unique understanding of the clients’ business and goals’. The practice continues to secure a strong market share of trade remedies work, where it represents both domestic and foreign industry clients in anti-dumping proceedings. Among its other practice strong suits, the team routinely advises on customs regulation and litigation, free zones and free-trade agreements. Department head Jose Francisco Mafla is singled out for his ‘deep understanding of international law principles’ and led on a steady stream of anti-dumping matters during 2024/25, including representing Mexichem Colombia in an anti-dumping investigation into imports of polyvinyl chloride from China and South Korea. A strong second line of non-partners includes director Camilo Castrillón, who co-heads the department together with Mafla; and newly promoted (November 2024) senior associate Gerardo Chadid, who is highlighted for his ‘pragmatic, results-oriented attitude’.

Noted for its ‘commitment and specialised knowledge’, Posse Herrera Ruiz’s international trade offering has an emphasis on customs tax, where it can act in tandem with the firm’s top-tier tax practice, as well as regulatory compliance. The group also brings to bear experience in trade remedies, customs litigation and free-trade zones. Next-generation partner María Paula Sánchez spearheads the customs and international trade area and advises on a broad spectrum of trade remedies cases, customs compliance, customs litigation and trade zone-related matters; she recently advised Levi Strauss Colombia on the structure for importing merchandise following the acquisition of a maquila operation in Colombia. At senior level, the team additionally benefits from the experience of seasoned customs law counsel Ramiro Araujo Segovia; tax partner Juan Guillermo Ruiz, who oversees the tax, customs, and foreign trade departments; and tax and customs litigator Juan Camilo De Bedout. In March 2025, associate Ana María Vega left to become legal director at Contratamos.

The July 2025 merger between Gómez-Pinzón Abogados and incoming Spanish firm Pérez-Llorca positions the combined entity as an attractive option to multinational clients seeking advice on Colombian trade issues. The team, which is valued for its ‘knowledge and proactivity in working with customs authorities’, is set apart through its focus on customs law, including regulatory compliance and litigation. The team additionally advises on free-trade zones, free-trade agreements and foreign exchange issues, among other matters. Next-generation partner Nicolás Potdevin Stein leads the practice and is widely recognised as a customs specialist. The group also includes experienced senior associate Yamile Yomayusa, whose focus spans customs regulations, trade agreements and tariff classifications. Of counsel Andrea Mora Ramírez left the firm in December 2024.

During 2024/25, Baker McKenzie S.A.S.’s international trade offering gained traction in the market, with the team adding a raft of high-profile clients to its practice portfolio, including Boston Scientific Colombia. Providing support across a wide array of trade remedies, trade policy, free-trade zones and customs law-related matters, the team further benefits from its ability to link up with specialist trade lawyers from across the wider firm’s global network. Newly promoted (July 2025) partner Juan David López heads the department.

CMS Rodríguez-Azuero‘s international trade practice has a focus on customs law, with its recent work encompassing tariff classification, tax incentives and customs disputes. Key practitioners include department head Santiago Arbouin, who additionally leads the tax group and contributes strong experience in customs tax and international tax. Associates to note include associate practice director Nicole Ríos, who specialises in tax law; senior associate Natalia Recio, who co-ordinates the closely aligned tax, and customs law and trade teams; and senior associate Daniela Lozada, who focuses on customs and trade-related litigation.

Goh’s international customs and foreign trade law practice leverages the firm’s formidable tax expertise to specialise in advising on customs tax issues, including tax planning, regulatory compliance and litigation. Among its other areas of activity, the group is equipped to advise on free-trade agreements and free zones. The department is co-led by founding partner Juan Pablo Godoy, whose focus spans tax, international trade, and energy and natural resources law; and newly promoted (February 2025) Gustavo Lorenzo, who concentrates on customs, exchange and foreign trade matters. Senior associate Nicolás Torres provides dedicated practice support.

Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría’s international trade team is strongly aligned with its tax offering, with the practice primarily recognised for its strength in customs law. Advising on the full life cycle of related matters — including customs tax planning, regulatory compliance and contentious work — the group provides additional experience in complementary areas such as free-trade treaties and free zones. Managing partner and tax expert Martín Acero co-heads the department together with fellow tax specialists Carolina Rozo and Héctor Ramírez. Principal associate Juan José Castaño is also recommended by clients.