Bernardo P. Cárdenas
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2009 About Bernardo P. Cárdenas
Bernardo P. Cárdenas is a lawyer based in Bogotá, CO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Colombia™ since 2009. Bernardo P. Cárdenas is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Bogotá, Colombia
- Banking and Finance Law
- Corporate and Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Energy Law
- Mining Law
- Natural Resources Law
- Project Finance and Development Practice
Current Firm: Dentons Cárdenas & Cárdenas
Location: Bogotá, CO
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