With ‘very thorough knowledge of the market', mid-sized firm CEPD consistently advises developers, investors, leasers, constructors and lenders on commercial, residential and industrial projects; it also has agricultural, hospitality and social-housing sector expertise. The seven-member team handles project structuring and financing, joint ownership issues, special purpose vehicles, and due diligence during the purchase and sale of assets. It additionally handles the day-to-day management of projects. The department is jointly led by Antonio Dittborn (’highly personalised attention'), whose practice incorporates land assemblage, acquisitions, planning, zoning, permits, environmental issues and construction contracts; and recently-promoted partner Sebastián Aninat, an adviser on urban planning, financing, corporate law and construction. Key senior associate Camila Aranda is experienced in the structuring, development and marketing of real estate and infrastructure projects.
Testimonials
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- 'The firm has very thorough knowledge of the market and a way of accompanying clients that is tailored to the business itself and its particular needs.'
- 'Solid advice.'
Key clients
- ENEA
- Inmobiliaria Brick
Work highlights
- Advised Inmobiliaria Brick on the land acquisition for five residential projects in Santiago.
- Advising DLS Desarrollos Logísticos on the negotiation of five retail-related built-to-suit logistics centres.