UH Abogados is commended for its ‘extensive knowledge of real estate law’. The Medellín-based group is particularly recognised for its strong relationships with some of the city’s key real estate companies, with recent activity in the investment, development and management of real estate assets. The practice is also well versed in regulatory matters, while clients additionally appreciate its focus on ’expanding its knowledge at the tax level’. Real estate specialists Carolina Uribe and Carlos Fernando Henao are the key contacts, while associate Maria Adelaida Zapata provides support on real estate transactions.

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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.’

Key clients

  • Londoño Gómez and Arquitectura & Concreto
  • Grupo Cartama
  • Almacenes Flamingo
  • Umbral Propiedad Raíz
  • Condiseño Arquitectos
  • Latin American Leadership Academy
  • Distribuidora Avícola
  • Grupo IMSA
  • Parroquia San Bartolomé
  • Concretos y Asfaltos

Work highlights

  • Advised Londoño Gómez and Arquitectura & Concreto on the structuring of a macro-project development intended for housing, commerce, and services in the municipality of Bello, Antioquia.
  • Advised the different companies of Grupo Cartama on their expansion plan, including advising on the purchase of approximately 6000 hectares of land.
  • Advised Almacenes Flamingo on negotiating and drafting lease agreements for its stores located in, and nearby, Medellín.

Lawyers

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Carlos Fernando Henao, Carolina Uribe