Based in Medellín, UH Abogados’ alliance with national heavyweight Brigard Urrutia additionally provides the mid-sized firm with access to a leading Bogotá platform. The group is primarily recognised for its ‘extensive knowledge of real estate law’ as well as for its corporate practice (both departments are ranked nationally), while it also handles dispute resolution, corporate compliance, labour and employment, insurance and tax-related matters. Carolina Uribe and Carlos Henao jointly lead the real estate and the corporate teams; they recently paired up to advise Londoño Gómez and Arquitectura & Concreto on the structuring of a macro-project development intended for housing, commerce and services in the municipality of Bello in Antioquia. Rounding out the partner group is Juan Bernardo Tascón, who heads the litigation, arbitration and dispute resolution practice, and has more than 15 years of experience as a trial lawyer. Key associates include Maria Adelaida Zapata, who specialises in real estate; Daniela Vélez. who has an emphasis on corporate and commercial law; Óscar Fernando Jiménez, who supports on contentious work; and corporate-focused Maria Clara Palacio, who arrived in July 2022 from BDO Colombia.
Testimonials
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- ‘The team has extensive knowledge of real estate law. Additionally, it is very good at maintaining business relationships with clients and counterparties. Lately the group has been expanding its knowledge at the tax level, which complements the business quite well.’
- ‘We value lawyers for their excellent client relations. We highlight outstanding lawyers Carlos Fernando Henao and Maria Adelaida Zapata.’
- ‘We value the team for its ability to understand the client as well as the personalisation of its advice and support. It is a close, practical team used to dealing with highly complex issues. Its support provides peace of mind and confidence.’
- ‘Lawyers demonstrate extensive knowledge of the context and aspects that can influence the different processes. They remain close to the client, know the industry and the client, and provide clear and informed opinions.’
‘We value the team for its ability to understand the client as well as the personalisation of its advice and support. It is a close, practical team used to dealing with highly complex issues. Its support provides peace of mind and confidence.’
‘Lawyers demonstrate extensive knowledge of the context and aspects that can influence the different processes. They remain close to the client, know the industry and the client, and provide clear and informed opinions.’
‘The UH team is of high legal strength, but its best hallmark is its quality of service. We particularly value its ability to understand business and join the client's team to achieve results. It is a team that generates professional and personal confidence, speeding up negotiations and above all building alternatives.’
‘We recommend Carlos Henao and associate Daniela Vélez for their strength in M&A negotiations and transactions; deep legal knowledge; high level of preparation for difficult negotiations; and clarity in the pursuit of objectives.’