Foreign investment and international business

Our
Experience

Our experience includes international contract negotiation, M&A, IP, competition, tax, and dispute resolution.

Our experience in the negotiation and structuring of international sale and purchase agreements with companies located in the five continents, distribution agreements, commercial agency, consignment, loans with lending companies located in North America, Europe and Asia, national and international franchises, joint ventures, among others, has allowed us to help Colombian businessmen to reach various foreign markets such as Peru, Ecuador, Mexico, the United States, the European Union and Turkey.

We are committed to promoting international trade and supporting entrepreneurship, intellectual property, and fair competition We have experience in foreign investment, including company formation, share acquisitions, and real estate investments in different Colombian cities.

In short, at Nieto & Nieto Lawyers we can guide you in the negotiation and structuring of international trade agreements with your regional or global partners, and help you reach various foreign markets. Contact us and let us be your allies in the growth of your business.

Why us?

Our international business practice is essential in today’s globalized world. Our team specializes in international business law. We provide comprehensive advice on cross-border transactions, contracts, arbitration, and other international trade matters.

Our lawyers have an in-depth understanding of international trade laws and regulations, including free trade agreements, customs regulations, and foreign investment laws. This has enabled us to provide accurate and effective advice to companies on how to comply with laws and regulations in different jurisdictions and how to navigate the complex international legal environment.

In addition, we help Colombian companies expand into new markets through M&A and other strategies We are specialists in identifying and mitigating the legal and regulatory risks associated with international expansion.

Our firm has extensive experience in the resolution of international commercial disputes, whether through negotiations, mediation, arbitration or litigation. In particular, we provide advice on the applicable laws and regulations, as well as on the best strategies to effectively resolve conflicts.

Finally, our team has enabled Colombian companies to expand beyond national borders and reach new markets around the world, and we have extensive experience in helping companies establish solid and lasting business relationships with their international partners, which can generate long-term benefits.

Our services

1

Advice on structuring foreign investments

We ensure that our clients comply with the legal and regulatory requirements for making foreign investments in Colombia, including reviewing investment agreements, structuring the investment, and obtaining the necessary permits and licenses.

2

International compliance

We advise our clients on compliance with international regulations governing foreign investments in Colombia.

3

Advice on conflict resolution

Our team of professionals are experts in dispute resolution in the field of international business and foreign investment.

4

Advice on structuring direct investment schemes.

We provide advice to our clients in their investment and/or portfolio schemes to and from Colombia, as well as legal support for the compliance of their duties with the foreign exchange regime.

5

Legal due diligence

We conduct in-depth legal analysis of local companies to ensure that clients are properly informed about the risks and opportunities associated with their investment decisions.

6

Assistance in obtaining financing

We assist our clients in obtaining financing for their foreign investment projects in Colombia, including the review of financing terms and the preparation of documents necessary to obtain loans and other forms of financing.

Our team

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