Pinilla González & Prieto Abogados is praised for its lawyers’ ‘kind and respectful treatment of their clients, even in the most difficult times’. The wider firm’s premier real estate offering ensures that its compliance and white-collar crime team excels in matters connected to real estate and urban law, including enabling the development of projects blocked by criminal acts. Founding partner Felipe Pinilla co-heads the practice together with experienced associate César Augusto Gónzalez, who is a former naval intelligence officer. Associate Laura Pinilla De Brigard provides dedicated criminal law support.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘It is unique due to the knowledge and ability to respond promptly and efficiently on the part of the entire team. It strictly controls and monitors all ongoing processes and reports on time on any new developments that arise.’

  • ‘Lawyers always take into account the opinions and needs of the client before making decisions that may affect ongoing processes. They stand out for their kind and respectful treatment of their clients, even in the most difficult times within any process. César Augusto Gónzalez and Laura Pinilla De Brigard stand out.’

  • ‘The team provides 100% availability to requests.’

Key clients

  • Lucas Tamayo Giraldo
  • Álvaro Rozo Castellanos
  • Structures and Designs
  • Luis Eduardo Gutiérrez
  • Ruth Cubillos
  • Ingeniería Inmobiliaria
  • Asociación para la Enseñanza - ASPAEN
  • Paladin Realty Colombia
  • Casiri Inmobiliaria

Work highlights

  • Advised Paladin Realty Colombia on due diligence and compliance matters.
  • Successfully represented a doctor falsely accused of sexually abusing a patient.
  • Represented Lucas Tamayo, CEO of the company Ingeniería Inmobiliaria, in criminal proceedings.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Felipe Pinilla, César Augusto Gónzalez