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Corporate Law

At PALACIO & ABOGADOS ASESORES, we not only assist you in the creation of your company but also provide comprehensive support for all the needs that arise in the development of your business.

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Public Law

Led by experienced administrative law attorney, Juan Ángel Palacio, at PALACIO & ABOGADOS ASESORES, we have a vast trajectory in resolving disputes arising during the execution of contracts with governmental entities. Our firm is committed to protecting your interests and ensuring the fulfillment of your rights at every stage of the process, from the initial bidding to the conclusion of the project.

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Labor Law

At PALACIO & ABOGADOS ASESORES, we understand the importance of properly managing human resources in your company. That’s why we take care of handling all labor relations and ensuring compliance with current labor regulations.

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Intellectual Property

At PALACIO & ABOGADOS ASESORES, we specialize in protecting your company’s most valuable assets, such as trademarks, slogans, and trade names. We have international memberships and alliances, including our affiliation with the International Trademark Association (INTA) and TMKonnect, allowing us to provide our clients with comprehensive advice and support in expanding their businesses globally.

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Data Protection

At PALACIO & ABOGADOS ASESORES, we understand the importance of protecting the personal data of your clients and employees. That’s why we offer specialized advice to ensure that your company complies with the provisions established by Law 1581 of 2012 and other complementary regulations regarding personal data protection.

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Entrepreneurship

At PALACIO & ABOGADOS ASESORES, we understand that entrepreneurship is an exciting yet complex challenge. That’s why we’re here to simplify your process of business creation and growth, providing you with the legal advice necessary to formalize your projects and accompany you on the path to success.

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Litigation and alternative dispute resolution

At PALACIO & ABOGADOS ASESORES, our expertise in litigation and arbitration is one of our strongest areas. We take pride in successfully representing the legal interests of our clients in claims of various kinds and in different jurisdictions.

With extensive experience in litigation, we have led cases involving complex matters on behalf of companies and individuals in a wide range of legal areas, including civil, commercial, labor, copyright, and trademarks.

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Gender-Informed Litigation

At PALACIO & ABOGADAS ASESORAS, we approach the law through a gender lens to deliver impactful, tailored solutions. Our specialized Gender-Focused Litigation services provide comprehensive support and representation for women and LGBTIQ+ individuals whose rights have been violated. We are deeply committed to championing equality and ensuring fair access to justice for everyone.

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Juan Luis Palacio Puerta

Partner

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Juan Luis Palacio Puerta is a lawyer specializing in Commercial and Financial Law, graduating with honors from Sergio Arboleda University in Bogotá, Colombia. With over 10 years of experience in high-complexity litigation, Juan Luis has demonstrated his ability to successfully represent companies and individuals in a wide range of legal disputes.

As the director of the litigation department at PALACIO & ABOGADOS ASESORES, Juan Luis has led legal teams in representing companies from various sectors, including finance, health, construction, telecommunications, and creative industries. He has handled complex matters in both ordinary jurisdiction and arbitration, demonstrating his ability to face legal challenges with determination and professionalism. Additionally, he has experience advising companies on corporate matters.

His involvement as secretary for Arbitration Tribunals of the Bogotá Chamber of Commerce and as an arbitrator in the Chambers of Commerce of Cali and Medellín reflects his commitment to fair and equitable conflict resolution.

Education

- Specialist in Commercial and Financial Law, Universidad Sergio Arboleda, Bogotá.
- Lawyer from Universidad Sergio Arboleda, Bogotá, graduating Summa cum Laude.

Professional Recognitions

- Recognized by the Best Lawyers Colombia publication in 2022, 2023, and 2024 for Corporate Law.

Affiliations

- College of Commercial Lawyers
- International Trademark Association (INTA)

Academic Recognitions

- Summa cum Laude Law Degree in 2014.
- Member of the "Rodrigo Noguera Laborde" Honors Group in 2011.
- Winner of the "Academic Merit" Scholarship in 2011.
- Special Mention as "Speaker" in the V International Commercial Arbitration Competition of American University in 2012.
- Member of the Talent Seedbed of COLFUTURO.
- Recognized as one of the best results in the Icfes Saber Pro Tests (equivalent to bar exam) in 2013.

Marcela Palacio Puerta

Partner

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Marcela Palacio Puerta is a lawyer specializing in intellectual property law, with outstanding academic training and extensive experience in the legal field. Marcela holds a Doctor of Juridical Science from the American University Washington College of Law, Washington DC, where she also obtained her Master of Laws (LL.M) in International Legal Studies with specialization on International and Comparative Intellectual Property. Additionally, she graduated magna cum laude as a Lawyer from Sergio Arboleda University.

As the Director of the Intellectual Property practice area at PALACIO & ABOGADOS ASESORES, Marcela advises artists, authors, and companies on the management of their copyrights, trademarks, trade names, logos, patents, and other intangible assets. Her extensive experience in intellectual property litigation positions her as an expert in resolving complex legal disputes in this field.

In addition to her legal practice, Marcela has dedicated 13 years to university teaching, conferences, and research in the field of intellectual property. Her dedication and academic excellence have led her to be recognized as a Senior Researcher by Colciencias.

Education

- Doctor of Juridical Science, American University Washington College of Law, Washington D.C, United States.
- Master of Laws in International Legal Studies with specialization on International and Comparative Intellectual Property, American University Washington College of Law, Washington D.C, United States.
- Lawyer from Universidad Sergio Arboleda, Bogotá, graduating magna cum laude.

Professional Recognitions

- Recognized by the Best Lawyers Colombia 2024 publication for the field of intellectual property.

Affiliations

- International Trademark Association (INTA)
- Colombian Copyright Center (CECOLDA)
- College of Commercial Lawyers

Academic Recognitions

- Scholarship recipient to attend the WIPO-WTO Colloquium for Intellectual Property Professors, organized by the World Intellectual Property Organization (2016).
- Google Policy Fellow (2013).
- Colfuturo Scholar (2011).
- Ninth place nationally in the SaberPro exams ( equvalent to Bar exam) (2010).
- Degree in Law magna cum laude (2011).
- Member of the "Rodrigo Noguera Laborde" Honors Group (2008).
- Scholarship for the best Law student (2008).
- Second place in the Moot Court Competition "Eduardo Jiménez de Aréchega" (2008).

Juan Ángel Palacio Hincapié

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Juan Ángel Palacio Hincapié, former Magistrate of the State Council (2008), is a prominent expert in administrative and public law, with a widely recognized professional trajectory. Following his tenure at the State Council and after a long career as a judge in the Republic of Colombia, Juan Ángel founded PALACIO & ABOGADOS ASESORES in October 2008, where he brings his vast experience in complex litigation and strategic legal advice.

His teaching and academic experience in areas such as administrative law, procedural law, public procurement, state liability, tax law, and public economics make him a reference in his field. In his professional practice, he has advised companies in bidding processes and has represented state and private entities in various legal disputes.

Education

- Master's in Administrative Law from Universidad Sergio Arboleda, Bogotá, Colombia.
- Specialist in Administrative and Public Law from Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana de Medellín.
- Lawyer from Pontifical Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana de Medellín.

Recognitions

- Recognized by "Best Lawyers Colombia" publication for his trajectory in Arbitration since 2021.
- Recognized by "Best Lawyers Colombia" publication for his trajectory in administrative law since 2022.
- Bolivarian Talent in the Social Field. Bolivarian University. Medellín, 2007.
- Order of the Whip. Illustrious Citizen. Ciudad Ixtapán de la SaL. Mexico, 2005.
- Executive of the Year 2004.
- Guest of Honor. Santiago de Cali University. July 2001.

Some of his works

- Public Procurement by State Entities, Juridical Bookstore Sánchez: Medellín, 2020.
- Administrative Procedural Law, Juridical Bookstore Sánchez: Medellín, 2021.

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Juan Ángel Palacio Hincapié

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Ex Magistrado del Consejo de Estado (2008). Candidato a Doctor en Derecho de la Universidad Sergio Arboleda. Magíster en Derecho Administrativo de la misma Universidad; especializado en Derecho Administrativo y Público de la Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana de la Ciudad de Medellín; con amplia experiencia docente, académica y de la Magistratura en las áreas de Derecho Administrativo, procesal, contratación pública, responsabilidad del Estado, derecho tributario y público económico. Doctrinante especialmente en Derecho Administrativo con una producción de varios libros y artículos. Como miembro del area de Derecho Público Juan angel acompaña a empresas en procesos licitatorios y representa a entidades estatales y privadas en diversas controversias.

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Juan Ángel Palacio Hincapié

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Ex Magistrado del Consejo de Estado (2008), Juan Ángel Palacio Hincapié es un destacado experto en derecho administrativo y público, con una trayectoria profesional ampliamente reconocida. Luego de finalizar su periodo en el Consejo de Estado y tras una larga trayectoria como juez de la República de Colombia, Juan Ángel fundó a PALACIO & ABOGADOS ASESORES en octubre de 2008 donde aporta su vasta experiencia en litigios complejos y asesoramiento legal estratégico.

Su experiencia docente y académica en áreas como el derecho administrativo, procesal, contratación pública, responsabilidad del Estado, derecho tributario y público económico lo convierten en un referente en su campo. En su práctica profesional, ha asesorado a empresas en procesos licitatorios y ha representado a entidades estatales y privadas en diversas controversias legales.

Educación

- Magister en Derecho Administrativo de la Universidad Sergio Arboleda, Bogotá Colombia.
- Especialista en Derecho Administrativo y Público de la Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana de Medellín.
- Abogado de la Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana de Medellín.

Reconocimientos

- Reconocido por la publicación “Best Lawyers Colombia” por su trayectoria en Arbitraje desde el 2021.
- Reconocido por la publicación “Best Lawyers Colombia” por su trayectoria en derecho administrativo desde el 2022
- Talento Bolivariano En El Campo Social. Universidad Bolivariana. Medellín, 2007
- Orden de Zurriago. Ciudadano Ilustre. Ciudad Ixtapán de la SaL. México, 2005.
- Ejecutivo del Año 2.004 - Huésped de Honor. Universidad Santiago de Cali. Julio 2001

Algunas de sus obras

- La Contratación de las Entidades Estatales, Librería Jurídica Sánchez: Medellín, 2020
- Derecho Procesal Administrativo, Librería Jurídica Sánchez: Medellín, 2021.

Marcela Palacio Puerta

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  • marcelapalacio@palacioabogados.com

Marcela Palacio Puerta es abogada especializada en derecho de propiedad intelectual, con una destacada formación académica y una amplia experiencia en el campo legal. Marcela es Doctora en Derecho por la American University Washington College of Law, Washington DC, donde también obtuvo su Master (LL.M) en Estudios Legales Internacionales con especialización en Propiedad Intelectual Internacional y Comparada. Además, es Abogada graduada magna cum laude de la Universidad Sergio Arboleda.

Como Directora del área de práctica en derecho de propiedad intelectual en PALACIO & ABOGADOS ASESORES, Marcela asesora a artistas, autores, compañías, en el manejo de sus derechos de autor, marcas, enseñas comerciales, logos, patentes y demás activos intangibles. Su vasta experiencia en litigios en materia de propiedad intelectual la posiciona como una experta en resolver disputas legales complejas en este campo.

Además de su práctica legal, Marcela ha dedicado 13 años a la docencia universitaria, conferencias e investigación en el área de la propiedad intelectual. Su dedicación y excelencia académica la han llevado a ser reconocida como investigadora Senior de Colciencias.

Educación

- Doctora en jurisprudencia, American University Washington College of Law, Washington D.C, Estados Unidos.
- Master en Estudios legales internacionales con especialización en Propiedad intelectual internacional y comparada, American University Washington College of Law, Washington D.C , Estados Unidos.
- Abogada de la Universidad Sergio Arboleda, Bogotá, grado magna cum laude.

Reconocimientos Profesionales

- Reconocida por la Publicación Best Lawyers Colombia 2024 para el área de propiedad intelectual.

Afiliaciones

- International Trademark Association (INTA)
- Centro Colombiano de Derecho de Autor (CECOLDA)
-Colegio de Abogados Comercialistas

Reconocimientos Académicos

- Beca para atender el WIPO-WTO Colloquium for Intellectual Property Professors, de la Organización Mundial de la Propiedad Intelectual (2016).
- Becaria de "Google Policy Fellow" (2013).
- Becaria Colfuturo (2011).
- Noveno puesto a nivel nacional en pruebas SaberPro (2010).
- Grado en derecho "magna cum laude" (2011).
- Miembro del grupo de honores "Rodrigo Noguera Laborde" (2008).
- Beca al mejor estudiante de Derecho (2008).
- Segundo puesto en el Moot Court Competition "Eduardo Jiménez de Aréchega" (2008).

Juan Luis Palacio Puerta

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Juan Luis Palacio Puerta es abogado especializado en Derecho Comercial y Financiero, graduado con honores de la Universidad Sergio Arboleda en Bogotá, Colombia. Con más de 10 años de experiencia en litigios de alta complejidad, Juan Luis ha demostrado su capacidad para representar con éxito a empresas y particulares en una amplia gama de controversias legales.

Como director del área de litigios en PALACIO & ABOGADOS ASESORES, Juan Luis ha liderado equipos legales en la representación de empresas de diversos sectores, incluyendo el financiero, de salud, construcción, telecomunicaciones e industrias creativas. Ha manejado asuntos complejos tanto en jurisdicción ordinaria como arbitral, demostrando su habilidad para enfrentar desafíos legales con determinación y profesionalismo. Adicionalmente cuenta con experiencia asesorando empresas en asuntos corporativos.

Su participación como secretario para Tribunales de Arbitramento de la Cámara de Comercio de Bogotá y como árbitro en la Cámara de Comercio de Cali y Medellín refleja su compromiso con la resolución justa y equitativa de conflictos.

Educación

- Especialista en derecho comercial y financiero, Universidad Sergio Arboleda, Bogotá.
- Abogado de la Universidad Sergio Arboleda, Bogotá, grado Summa cum Laude.

Reconocimientos Profesionales

- Reconocido por la Publicación Best Lawyers Colombia en 2022, 2023 y 2024 para el área de Corporativo.

Afiliaciones

- Colegio de Abogados Comercialistas
- International Trademark Association (INTA)

Reconocimientos Académicos

- Grado en Derecho Summa cum Laude en 2014.
- Miembro del Grupo de Honores "Rodrigo Noguera Laborde" en 2011.
- Ganador de la Beca al "Mérito Académico" en 2011.
- Mención especial como "Orador" en la V Competencia Internacional de Arbitraje Comercial de American University en 2012.
- Miembro del Semillero de Talentos de COLFUTURO.
- Reconocido como uno de los mejores resultados en las Pruebas Icfes Saber Pro en 2013.