María Adelaida Zapata
UH Abogados
UH Abogados
Client SatisfactionReal estate is a mainstay at UH Abogados, with the Medellín-based firm highlighted for its ‘specific specialisation in the real estate field’. The practice provides comprehensive coverage of the sector but it is arguably best known for its close relationships with leading local construction and retail companies — including CrearCimientos Propiedad Raíz and Almacenes Flamingo — which it advises on an array of corporate and development matters. Transactional real estate specialists Carolina Uribe and Carlos Fernando Henao co-head the group. The team also includes ten-year associate María Adelaida Zapata, whose ’precision and clarity stand out when advising on a process’.
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‘Demonstrates immediate availability to attend to the requested matters. Collaboration and support is provided due to the team’s specific specialisation in the real estate field. It is punctual and specific when giving a response or issuing advice. It maintains clear and transparent relationships with clients.’
‘In the real estate area, Maria Adelaida Zapata has supported us. Her precision and clarity stand out when advising on a process. Her documents are written in a neat and orderly manner. She fulfils her commitments and demonstrates extensive knowledge of real estate law.’
Key clients
- Crearcimientos Propiedad Raíz
- Almacenes Flamingo
- Arquitectura y Concreto
- Cooperativa Consumo
- Condiseño Arquitectos
- Inversiones Médicas de Antioquia and Unidad Médica Las Vegas
- Distribuidora Avícola
- Grupo IMSA
- Proyecto de Ingeniería Avanzada
- Cerros del Mar
Work highlights
- Advised Crearcimientos Propiedad Raíz on the structuring and development of real estate projects in El Retiro and Medellín.
- Advised Cooperativa Consumo on real estate transactions as a part of a merger and acquisition process with Inversiones Supervaquita la 33.
- Advised Arquitectura y Concreto on the structuring of a commercial project to be located in Rionegro.
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.
Carolina Uribe, Carlos Fernando Henao