Lina Marcela Escobar Martínez

Lina Marcela Escobar Martínez is a distinguished Colombian lawyer and academic, recently appointed as a magistrate of the Constitutional Court of Colombia, succeeding Diana Fajardo. With a robust educational background that includes a doctorate in law from the University of the Basque Country and multiple master's degrees, Escobar has over 30 years of experience in public service across the executive, legislative, and judicial branches. Her career highlights include work with the Ministry of the Interior and teaching positions at various universities. She is known for her commitment to constitutional integrity and her ability to navigate complex legal issues facing the country.