Civil & Family Law·7 min read·36 reads
Apostille for Documents to Be Used in Colombia (and from Colombia Abroad): A Step-by-Step Guide
Oct 19, 2026Read →
Legal blog · 151 articles
Knowledge that
protects you.
Articles on Colombian law written and reviewed by our team of attorneys.
Civil & Family Law·8 min read·42 reads
Power of Attorney to Sell Real Property in Colombia from Abroad
If you live outside Colombia and want to sell your property without traveling: what your power of attorney must say, how the apostille works, and the risks you need to manage.
Oct 19, 2026Read →
Labor & Social Security Law·7 min read·59 reads
Severance Pay After Dismissal Without Just Cause: How It Is Calculated and What You Are Owed
If you were dismissed without just cause in Colombia, you may be entitled to compensation. We explain how it is calculated, how much to claim, and the applicable deadlines.
Oct 13, 2026Read →
Corporate Law·6 min read·33 reads
Majority Shareholder Abuse: How to File a Claim in Colombia
Are the majority shareholders making decisions that harm you? Majority shareholder abuse is actionable in Colombia. Find out when it applies and what to do.
Oct 5, 2026Read →
Corporate Law·7 min read·64 reads
Lawyer to Liquidate an SAS in Colombia: What They Do and How to Choose One
Liquidating a badly closed SAS can leave you personally liable. What a lawyer does, what it costs, and how to choose the right one.
Sep 1, 2026Read →
Corporate Law·7 min read·67 reads
Reactivating an Inactive or Non-Compliant SAS in Colombia
Has your SAS gone inactive or let its registration lapse? We explain how to bring it back into compliance, the costs involved, the risks at stake, and when it makes more sense to reactivate versus dissolve.
Aug 25, 2026Read →
Corporate Law·7 min read·61 reads
Dissolving, Selling, or Leaving a SAS Dormant: What Makes Sense and What It Costs
Do you have a SAS you're no longer using? Compare dissolution, sale, and dormancy — with costs, risks, and the consequences of doing nothing under Colombian law.
Aug 18, 2026Read →
Labor & Social Security Law·6 min read·75 reads
Wrongful Termination Severance Pay in Colombia: How It Is Calculated
We explain how wrongful termination severance pay is calculated under Colombian law, when it applies, and what mistakes to avoid before signing any document.
Aug 13, 2026Read →
Corporate Law·7 min read
Family Business Protocol: How to Do It Right
A family protocol keeps personal conflicts from destroying the business. What it is, when you need one, and how to structure it.
Aug 13, 2026Read →
Corporate Law·6 min read·34 reads
Partner Disputes in Colombia: How to Resolve Them
Partner disputes in Colombia: what options you have, what mistakes to avoid, and why acting too late may cost everyone the company.
Aug 13, 2026Read →
Corporate Law·7 min read·28 reads
Shareholder Disputes in Colombia: What to Do and How to Resolve Them
When shareholders cannot reach an agreement, the entire company is at risk. Learn to identify the conflict and what steps to take before it is too late.
Aug 13, 2026Read →
Civil & Family Law·6 min read·117 reads
How Much Does a Probate with Real Property in Bogotá Cost? (2026)
How much does it cost to go through probate involving real property in Bogotá? Attorney fees, taxes, notary costs and the mistakes that make it more expensive.
Aug 13, 2026Read →
Civil & Family Law·6 min read·90 reads
How Much Does a Lawyer Charge for a Probate in Colombia?
Real fees, the factors that drive them up or down, and the mistakes that make the process more expensive: everything you need to know before starting a probate proceeding in Colombia.
Aug 13, 2026Read →
Civil & Family Law·7 min read
Dividing an Inheritance Between Siblings in Conflict: A Practical Guide
Are siblings fighting over an inheritance? Learn the legal steps to divide it without destroying the family or losing what's rightfully yours.
Aug 13, 2026Read →
Civil & Family Law·6 min read·55 reads
Judicial Partition Attorney in Inheritance Cases: What It Is and When You Need One
Can't the heirs reach an agreement? A judicial partitioner may be the only way out. We explain how it works and what risks you face if you fail to act.
Aug 11, 2026Read →
Criminal & Disciplinary Law·6 min read·30 reads
Criminal Defense Attorney at an Indagatoria Hearing: What to Do When You Receive a Summons
You've been summoned to an indagatoria hearing and don't know what to say or whether you need a lawyer. We explain what it is, how it works, and why going alone is the most costly mistake you can make.
Aug 11, 2026Read →
Labor & Social Security Law·6 min read·49 reads
Labor Law Advisory for Businesses in Colombia: A Practical Guide
Find out when your company needs labor law counsel, what risks it faces without it, and how to protect yourself before it's too late.
Aug 11, 2026Read →
Civil & Family Law·8 min read·59 reads
How to Handle an Estate Succession in Colombia: Steps, Costs, and Common Mistakes
A practical guide to estate succession in Colombia: when to use a notary versus a court, the real steps involved, what it costs, and what happens if you wait too long.
Aug 11, 2026Read →
Labor & Social Security Law·7 min read
Was I Wrongly Transferred to a Pension Fund? How to Find Out and What to Do
If you signed a pension-regime transfer without understanding the consequences, you could be losing out on a bigger pension. Learn how to spot it and act.
Aug 11, 2026Read →
Labor & Social Security Law·6 min read·28 reads
De Facto Employment Contracts in Colombia: What They Are and How to Claim Your Rights
Are you paid as an independent contractor but required to follow a schedule and take orders? Under Colombian law, that may qualify as a de facto employment relationship. Here's how it works and what you can do.
Aug 11, 2026Read →
Labor & Social Security Law·6 min read·36 reads
Ineffectiveness of Pension Fund Transfers: How to Return to Colpensiones
Were you transferred to a private pension fund without being properly informed of what you were giving up? Find out how to challenge the transfer's legal validity and recover your place in Colpensiones.
Aug 11, 2026Read →
Civil & Family Law·6 min read·20 reads
Mutual Consent Divorce in Colombia: Steps and Key Considerations
Have you and your partner decided to separate? A mutual consent divorce is the fastest route, but it comes with requirements and pitfalls worth understanding before you sign anything.
Aug 11, 2026Read →
Corporate Law·7 min read·23 reads
Corporate Arbitration Litigation: What It Is and When to Use It
A dispute between shareholders does not always end up in court. Corporate arbitration can be faster and more confidential — if used correctly.
Aug 11, 2026Read →
Corporate Law·6 min read·35 reads
Family Business Protocol in Colombia: A Practical Guide
Does your family own a business without a formal protocol in place? Learn what a family business protocol is, why it matters, and how to protect your company before conflicts arise.
Aug 11, 2026Read →
Do you have a specific question?
Jurídiconline's digital legal assistant analyzes your case. The initial review is free.
I want my case reviewed →