Expert opinions

Within this service, we provide support to lawyers, arbitrators and international courts by preparing expert opinions that interpret and explain specific aspects of Colombian legislation. Our opinions cover a wide range of topics, including civil, commercial, contractual, corporate, civil liability and regulatory standards applicable in Colombia. We are responsible for analyzing the relevant regulations in detail and presenting a technical opinion that provides clarity and support for our clients' position in international arbitrations or litigation.

Another key aspect of our service is the preparation of comparative analyses between Colombian legislation and the regulations of other jurisdictions, when necessary. This is particularly useful in disputes where solid arguments are required on how Colombian law differs from or resembles other legal systems. Our opinions are prepared in accessible language and with an academic rigor that guarantees their acceptance and evaluation in international courts and arbitration tribunals.

In addition, our team of Colombian legal experts is available to appear as expert witnesses in arbitration and litigation hearings, answering questions and defending the content of our opinions before international arbitrators and judges. This direct participation helps ensure that critical points of Colombian law are properly understood, which is essential for a favorable resolution of the case.

Having an expert opinion on Colombian law prepared by Arrubla Devis offers several benefits. One of the main ones is the technical quality and precision in the analysis and presentation of Colombian regulations. Our team of lawyers specializes in Colombian law and has a solid background in comparative law and international arbitration, which guarantees that our opinions meet international standards of clarity, rigor and reasoning.

Another important benefit is the impartiality and credibility of our opinions, which are prepared with an objective and detailed methodology that ensures their validity in arbitration and judicial processes. At Arrubla Devis, we are aware that impartiality is essential for the acceptance of an expert opinion, and therefore we make sure to present our opinions objectively, based on a thorough analysis of the laws, jurisprudence and doctrines applicable in Colombia.

Our clients also benefit from the tailoring and customization of each opinion. We understand that each case is unique and that Colombian law issues can vary widely in complexity and specificity. Therefore, we adapt our opinions to the needs of each client and the case in question, providing a clear and precise document that responds to the specific questions and concerns of each international arbitration or litigation.

Preparing an expert opinion in Colombian law requires a meticulous and detailed process. At Arrubla Devis, we begin with a thorough evaluation of the facts and legal arguments of the case , in which we analyze the applicable Colombian laws and determine the specific issues that should be addressed in the opinion. We work closely with our clients to understand the critical points of the dispute and the specific objectives of the expert opinion.

We then proceed with the drafting of the expert opinion , which includes a detailed analysis of the Colombian regulations and their application in the context of the case, as well as a clear presentation of the expert's conclusions and opinions. Our team ensures that the expert opinion complies with all formal and technical requirements, so that it can be presented before arbitration or judicial courts with complete confidence.

Finally, should the opinion require to be defended at a hearing or appearance before arbitrators or judges , our experts are available to participate as expert witnesses. In this phase, we answer questions from arbitrators or judges, defending the key points of the opinion and ensuring that our clients' position is fully supported by Colombian law.