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With a strong position in the Ecuadorian and Latin American real estate markets, Robalino exhibits strength in a variety of matters, including project investment structuring and construction-related litigation. Arbitration proceedings are also regularly handled by the group. Led by Martín Pallares and Daniel Robalino, who are well versed in corporate issues relating to the acquisition of land and premises, the team is particularly active in the agriculture industry. Key developments in the practice include the departure of former practice co-head Ernesto Weisson in October 2022.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Multidisciplinary team’
  • ‘Personalised client service.’

  • 'Robalino's team is capable of understanding the business need from the client's point of view, managing to reach favourable negotiations.'

  • 'Daniel Robalino definitely manages to be part of his client's team and this makes him a negotiating ally and knowledgeable about the industry of his client. When they sit down to negotiate, they do so from the business point of view.'

Key clients

  • Alkavat Holdings
  • Inmobiliaria Rijona
  • Colour Republic
  • Sunshine Bouquet
  • Semaica
  • H&M
  • Orion
  • La Fabril
  • Avesca

Work highlights

  • Advised H&M on the negotiation and execution of lease agreements with three shopping centres in Ecuador.
  • Advised Sunshine Bouquet on various acquisitions of land and flower assets.
  • Advising Semaica on the potential sale of a 975-hectare plot named La Estancia La Luz, located in the outskirts of Guayaquil, for approximately $4m.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Martín Pallares Sevilla
Partner

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Martin Pallares, Daniel Robalino