Diaz Reus Colombia, as well as Marcela Blanco, Javier Coronado and Alejandra Martínez have been recognized by the international legal guide The Legal 500 Latin America 2027, Colombia chapter, in Compliance and White-Collar Crime; and Corporate / M&A.
In the Compliance & White-Collar Crime practice area, Marcela Blanco has been named a Leading Partner, and Javier Coronado has been named a “Next Generation Partner”.
COMPLIANCE & WHITE-COLLAR CRIME
The Legal 500 commented:
Valued for its ‘truly global reach’, Miami-headquartered Diaz Reus International Law Firm maintains a full-spectrum white-collar crime and compliance offering that is distinguished by its strength in representing global clients in multi-jurisdictional cases. The firm’s US platform ensures that it brings niche expertise in advising on US anti-corruption laws, with recent activity covering OFAC (Office of Foreign Assets Control) regulations, the Bank Secrecy Act and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). Bogotá office head Marcela Blanco is qualified to practise in Colombia, Florida and Kansas and draws on her international experience to advise domestic and multinational corporations on local and cross-border compliance, investigations and criminal proceedings. Tri-qualified (Florida, New York and Colombia) Javier Coronado splits his time between Miami and Bogotá and focuses on white-collar litigation, risk management, fraud and anti-money laundering issues. Intermediate associate Alejandra Martínez provides support.
Client testimonials
Good relationships, seriousness, and transparency for each of the established points.The firm demonstrates strong technical knowledge and efficient and effective handling of administrative and commercial matters. Its openness and flexibility to meet with partners and present economically viable proposals adds value to our company.
Marcela Blanco and her team, especially Alejandra Martínez, have consistently demonstrated their responsibility and commitment to our project. Their prompt and effective responses have been crucial to our decision-making process. We commend their leadership and proactive approach.
Diaz Reus is distinguished by the quality of its services, its truly global reach and its proven expertise in the relevant areas. Its profound legal knowledge and international experience were evident at every stage. It acted with impeccable professionalism and, above all, with unblemished ethics, which gave us complete confidence. Its close support and strategic guidance have been fundamental to the success of our project. A very customer-tailored approach, with a network of experts covering different subjects.We trust the team due to its proximity to the client, communication skills and technical understanding.
CORPORATE / M&A
The Legal 500 commented:
Diaz Reus International Law Firm’s thriving compliance and white-collar crime practice is reflected in its corporate offering, with the team routinely advising domestic and multinational clients on regulatory compliance and corporate governance matters. The group also handles transactions, with recent highlights encompassing acquisitions, disposals and corporate restructurings, including multi-jurisdictional mandates. Tri-qualified (Colombia/Florida/Kansas) Marcela Blanco heads the team and combines experience in regulatory compliance, domestic and cross-border M&A and dispute resolution. Also singled out for praise by clients is intermediate associate Alejandra Martínez Rodríguez, who advises on corporate, insolvency and compliance matters.
Client testimonials
The lawyers’ attention to detail and personalized client service are of the highest quality, surpassing any other firm in the industry. This, combined with their expertise, rivals that of the most prestigious firms in the country.Professional, friendly and dedicated.
Marcela Blanco, along with her team — and especially Alejandra Martínez Rodríguez — has consistently demonstrated an exceptional level of responsibility, professionalism and commitment. Their support has been fundamental to moving forward confidently at every stage, not only because of the legal quality of their contributions but also because of their proactive approach to every requirement. The clarity, precision, and timeliness of their responses have streamlined processes and strengthened strategic decision-making.
Diaz Reus distinguishes itself through the quality of its services, its truly global reach and its proven expertise in the areas in which it advises us. Its profound legal knowledge and international experience have been evident at every stage. Its close support and strategic guidance have been fundamental to the success of our project. Lawyers respond consistently, promptly and efficiently to all our requests, demonstrating an exceptional commitment to our needs and deadlines.
