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In 1995, Diego Muñoz Tamayo began his independent practice concentrating on the first privatizations in Colombia in the 1990s, whose specialty has been maintained over the years, making the firm a leader in the sector. Developing a practice that focuses on Corporate Law, he is recognized for his great talent in structuring complex transactions and his ingenuity advising clients in strategic negotiations. Diego Muñoz Tamayo has participated in important matters related to different sectors of the economy, including energy, mining, telecommunications, finance and insurance, among others, not only as a legal advisor but also as an arbitrator.

He has been a member of the following Boards of Directors

  • Interconexión Eléctrica S.A. 2021-2024.
  • Gas Natural S.A. E.S.P. (now Naturgy), 2017-2018.
  • Suramericana S.A., 2002-2011.
  • Münchener de Colombia S.A, 1997-2011.
  • Inversiones Rendiles S.A, 2008-present.
  • Publications Semana, 1999-2008.
  • Grupo Publicaciones Latinoamericanas S.A., 2001.
  • Pensions and Severance Payments Colpatria, 1995-1999.
  • Propescol S.A, 1990-1993.
  • Sofasa S.A., 1987-1989.
  • Cerro Matoso S.A, 1986-1989.
  • International Bar Association (IBA)
  • American Bar Association (ABA)
  • National Association of Entrepreneurs of Colombia (ANDI)

Education

  • Master’s degree (M.Sc.) in Latin American Public Policy, Oxford University, Saint Antony’s College, Oxford, United Kingdom (1986).
  • Master’s Degree (LL.M.) in International Financial Law, London School of Economics and Political Science, London, United Kingdom (1985).
  • Specialization in Commercial Law, Universidad de los Andes, Bogotá, Colombia (1983).
  • Lawyer, Universidad de los Andes, Bogotá, Colombia (1983).
  • Degree in Law, Social Sciences and Economics (DEUG), Université Paris 2 – Panthéon-Assas, Paris, France (1977).

Memberships

  • International Bar Association (IBA)
  • American Bar Association (ABA)
  • National Association of Entrepreneurs of Colombia (ANDI)

Publications

  • When it is said that Diego Muñoz Tamayo “wrote the book” about privatizations in Colombia, he means business. Published in 2004, “Privatizations in Colombia: Legal Framework for the Transfer of State Property,” remains the most important doctrine on the subject. He has also published many articles on the financial sector and topics such as Colombia’s foreign debt and legal and procedural aspects of public credit in Colombia.

    His publications include the following:

    • “Digital revolution, post-capitalism and its impact on the world of law”. Bogotá, 2016.
    • “The duty of information as a mechanism for the protection of shareholders”. In legal perspectives of corporate governance in Colombia. Confecámaras. Bogotá, 2006.
    • “Privatization in Colombia – Legal Framework for the Transfer of State Property”. National Planning Department. August 2004.
    • “The anti-creditor bias in guarantee contracts and in the restructuring processes of Law 550 of 1999.” In “The financial sector in the face of the 21st century”. Bogotá, 2002.
    • “The contract for the provision of services with investment banks in privatization processes”. In “Financial Management”. Bogotá, 2000.
    • “Reflections on the renegotiation of the Colombian external debt” Oxford, 1986. “Noción, naturaleza jurídica y características de los contratos de préstamo externa” Bogotá, 1986.
    • “Noción, naturaleza jurídica y características de los contratos de préstamo externa” Bogotá, 1986.
    • “Legal and procedural aspects of public credit in Colombia”, Bogotá, 1982.