Ricardo Vélez Ochoa
About Ricardo Vélez Ochoa
Ricardo Vélez Ochoa is a lawyer based in Bogotá, CO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Colombia™ since 2018. Ricardo Vélez Ochoa is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Bogotá, Colombia
- Arbitration and Mediation
- Litigation
Current Firm: Vélez Gutiérrez Abogados S.A.S.
Location: Bogotá, CO
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