Holland & Knight established its full-service Bogotá office in 2012. It is part of a global law firm with 30 offices across the globe. In terms of LATAM presence the firm also has two offices in Mexico City, in Palmas and Reforma, as well as Monterrey, Mexico. 

Focusses / specialisms 

The banking and finance team primarily advises lenders, including banks, commercial lenders, financial institutions and development banks. It is especially active in project financing, including project bonds. 

M&A work for the firm sees the team advising public and private entities in cross border transactions. It advises buyers and sellers in merger and acquisitions. 

The mining team at the firm represents clients in land use, environmental, construction and regulatory approvals. It is active in representing clients in concessions bid and extensions, as well as mining titles. 

Key clients 

Notable clients for the firm include QWS Holding, Banco General de Panama, Cemex Colombia, Lenovo (Asia Pacific), Hemisphere Media Group, Productos Ramo, Taikai USA Switchgear, Cemex Colombia, Hemisphere Media Group, MUFG Bank, Carbones del Cerrejón Limited, Lenovo and Zijin Mining. 

Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023) 

Project development : Mining 

“Solid knowledge of mining law. Excellent and timely attention and advice. Interdisciplinary work.”