Representing both investors and developers, Ferrere is involved in transactions and developments at the forefront of Uruguay’s real estate sector. The team is particularly active in the residential, business and commercial sectors, handling bids, construction contracts, sale and purchase transactions, and re-sales. Expert in the structuring of real estate trusts and funds, the practice has a successful track record in the creation of REITs. Prominent in the agribusiness and forestry sectors, the team regularly advises on land sales and acquisitions. It also has a strong contentious practice, representing clients in real estate and construction-related litigation and arbitration. Practice head Carlos Falco advises an impressive list of foreign investors on residential developments and energy and mining projects, as well as providing representation in real estate litigation. Diego Durán, counsel, specialises in the agribusiness sector, playing a leading role in land purchases. Senior associate Florencia Taboas‘ broad real estate practice spans rural and urban property transactions, including agreements for mortgages, pledges, leasing and significant due diligence transactions. Ana Laura Oliveros is another senior associate to note.

As a leading firm in the real estate sector, Guyer & Regules regularly advises on innovative projects, including data centres, blockchain facilities and green hydrogen projects. The team has a strong background in luxury developments, particularly in the residential and tourist sectors, as well as in retail and agribusiness projects. It acts for an impressive clientele of banks, advising on mortgages, leasing and loans, and local REITs. Practice co-head Federico Susena advises on developments in the tourism, commercial and industrial sectors and has an established international practice, advising on foreign investment in real estate. He leads the group alongside Beatriz Spiess, who brings experience in sustainable development to the team and advises on industrial and housing real estate developments. With particular strength in the forestry and agribusiness sectors, counsel María Fernanda González is an expert in the structuring of REITs. Carolina Suárez, counsel, specialises in the drafting of real estate agreements, including purchases, sales and leases. Senior associate Martín Ruiz advises investors on real estate and housing developments in the tourism sector, including second residences.

Local and international developers and private and institutional investors continue to turn to Posadas for advice on real estate matters, spanning the retail, leisure, commercial and industrial sectors. The group has noted a recent uptick in foreign high-net-worth individuals seeking its advice on real estate investment. The team has a strong track record structuring real estate projects, demonstrating expertise in the implementation of real estate trusts and due diligence processes. It is active in the forestry sector, advising on acquisitions, financings and real estate regulatory matters. Following the departure of Eduardo Ferrari in August 2023, Federico Peñasco has assumed the role of practice head, bringing extensive experience in the real estate sector to the team. He specialises in the structuring of real estate projects and is an expert in real estate trusts, sales and acquisitions. Associate Lorena Speranza is also a public notary and has particular expertise in rural assets and the structuring of real estate projects. Nicolas Ferreira is also an active associate in the team, focusing on advice on foreign investment and the drafting of commercial agreements in the real estate sector.

Providing both legal and notary support, Dentons Jiménez de Aréchaga assists clients throughout the full life cycle of real estate transactions and developments. The team’s expertise encompasses both rural and urban development, as well as real estate for commercial and industrial premises. It advises developers and financers, notably Banco Santander, which the team assists in real estate financing and mortgages and other transactions. Practice head Héctor B. Viana acts for a diverse roster of clients, from investors and financiers to developers, managers, sellers and purchasers, in real estate acquisitions and developments. At the associate level, Aparicio Howard has experience in matters related to construction, leases and condominiums, including real estate disputes. Also qualified as a public notary, María José Rovira advises on rural real estate sales, bringing expert knowledge of ownership of land regulations and transfer permits.

Specialising in rural land matters, Hughes & Hughes advises clients on a national level on sales and purchases. The team also has in-depth knowledge of land planning regulations, including land use and land categories. Haroldo Espalter leads the practice and is an expert in rural real estate transactions. Juan Carlos Oreggia Carrau is also a key contact, bringing particular expertise in the agribusiness and forestry sectors to the team. Florencia Beyhaut focuses her real estate practice on urban and rural land development and residential infrastructure.