Commended by multinational clients for its ‘deep local knowledge’, Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas’ real estate team stands out for its ability to link up with its wider global platform to provide seamless cross-border advice. The group is particularly noted for its record in real estate transactions but it is also geared-up to advise on regulatory and project development matters. Corporate and finance specialist Eduardo Cárdenas steers a multidisciplinary practice that additionally draws on tax head Camilo Cortés, along with increasingly prominent directors María Paula Álvarez (real estate) and Julián Cardona (land use and urban development).
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team stands out for its deep local knowledge; it understands and anticipates potential pitfalls when doing real estate deals in certain parts of the country.’
- ‘María Paula Álvarez fights for her clients' interests. Julian Cardona provides comprehensive analysis and practical advice.’
- ‘It is a team focused on detail, with simple language, in charge of providing viable legal solutions to the problems raised by the client.’
- ‘Julian Cardona, the director of urban law, always focuses on the needs of his client and on clearly explaining the problem and the possible legal solution. Likewise, his speed and agility in resolving disputes, makes it possible for the client to trust the concepts delivered. He provides excellent service.’
Key clients
- CBRE Colombia
- Compass Datacenters
- Inversiones Rodriguez Cortes & Cia (in liquidation)
- Cerro Prieto Colombia
- Santa Barbara Investments (Colombia branch)
- Editorial Televisa
- Fondo de Inversión Colectiva Inmobiliaria de Renta Davivienda Corredores
- Black Orchid Real Estate
- Brown Gold Holdings
- Constructora NIO
- Politécnico Grancolombiano
Work highlights
- Advised Black Orchid Real Estate on the acquisition of a plot of land located in Magdalena and on the subsequent lease agreement with a solar energy company.
- Advised Fondo de Inversión Colectiva Inmobiliaria de Renta Davivienda Corredores on a due diligence report concerning a property acquisition.
- Advised Inversiones Rodriguez Cortes & Cia SCA (in liquidation) on a title study with legal conditions applicable to the property “Laguna Verde” in Tenjo, Cundinamarca.
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.
Eduardo Cárdenas, Maria Paula Alvarez, Julian Cardona