Lawyers in the real estate group at Baker McKenzie S.A.S. are valued by sources for their ‘clarity and business sense to overcome challenges’. Arguably best known for its transactional expertise, the group also possesses extensive experience in urban planning, development and tax-related issues. Transactional energy and infrastructure specialist Alejandro Mesa oversees the department and is advising Netflix on its new offices in Bogotá, including lease arrangements. Senior associate Lucía Murgueytio specialises in real estate law and is highlighted as ’an excellent lawyer, who always tries to provide the best service’.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Since we're not Spanish-speaking, having a team whose English language skillset is good certainly helps. The fact that the Baker McKenzie team are experts in local landlord/tenant law is a given.’

  • ‘The members of the Baker McKenzie team are knowledgeable, reliable and responsive. Lucía Murgueytio is a pleasure to work with.’

  • ‘Its service adjusts to the needs of each client. Lawyers are proactive and try to be available for their clients' requests. They make a great effort to meet tight schedules without affecting the quality of service.’

  • ‘Lucía Murgueytio is an excellent lawyer, who always tries to provide the best service. She is proactive and seeks to adjust to the needs of each client.’

  • ‘BM's real estate team is one of the strongest in the market. It has knowledge and demonstrable experience in different sectors and its service is direct and very fast, which ensures responses in excellent time. It has flexibility in billing and understands that international companies can have complex and delayed protocols.’

  • ‘Alejandro Mesa is an exceptional lawyer, I highlight his integrity and ethics in conducting business, he is an example of the type of lawyer that Colombia needs. His knowledge of law is extensive, he is open to reviewing different possibilities and he is extremely respectful.’

  • ‘We highlight the team for its technical and market knowledge; client support; quality of deliverables; and clarity and business sense to overcome challenges.’

  • ‘Lawyers stand out for their personalised attention; ability; and knowledge — particularly partner Alejandro Mesa and associate Lucía Murgueytio.’

Key clients

  • Fideicomiso Plaza de la Américas
  • Portales Urbanos
  • Equinix Colombia
  • Equion Energía
  • Huntsman International
  • RealPage
  • Sanofi
  • Aris Mining
  • Fuel Alliance
  • Netflix
  • Everise Holdings
  • Isagen
  • Phoenix Tower International
  • Ecopetrol
  • Sura Asset Management
  • Yellowstone Capital Partners
  • Four Seasons Hotel & Resorts
  • Ascenty
  • The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

Work highlights

  • Advising Sura Asset Management on all its real estate transactions.
  • Advising Portales Urbanos on the construction and sale of the commercial premises of a major shopping centre in Bogotá.
  • Advising Everise Holdings on the expansion of its offices in Bogotá.

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.

Alejandro Mesa Neira