The ‘highly capable, creative, dedicated and very client-driven' team at Alta QIL+4 Abogados advises some of Guatemala’s leading developers on the full spectrum of real estate matters, as well as related tax and commercial issues. The firm stands out for its strong track record of assisting with the structuring and development of large-scale residential, commercial and industrial projects, but also has robust skill sets in the negotiation of build-to-suit leases, the purchase and sale of properties, and the constitution of co-ownership regimes. ’Shining star‘ Eva Cacacho leads the team, with a broad practice that takes in project development and the incorporation of real estate funds. The talented line-up of junior lawyers includes senior associate María Fernanda Ovalle and associates José Carlos Pérez, who joined from Alegalis in August 2023, and Karen Tzoc.
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‘It is a well-rounded team with different specialisations that helps provide us with a comprehensive service.’
‘They are capable professionals and that can be seen in their extensive knowledge of their area of expertise.’
‘What makes the firm unique is that they have implemented processes for each step of our project. The team's knowledge of real estate issues is better than other firms that have assisted us. This is the first legal firm that has prepared training for our commercial team on signing purchase and sale agreements and managed to execute more than 10 signatures in 1 day.’
‘Eva Cacacho and María Fernanda Ovalle stand out for their knowledge, transparency in managing the issues and for their contribution towards the goals of the project and its legal protection. The focus on the processes to anticipate risks in the future has been one of the main qualities that stand out from the rest of the firms with which we have worked.’
'The subject matter knowledge is exceptional, the response times are incredibly fast and the organisation of the team is unparalleled. It is, by far, one of the best firms in the field for real estate issues. The level of experience and prestige is like few others and the involvement of the partner is spectacular. They have implemented technological tools and processes that have helped us be more agile in our business.'
'They have a very detailed knowledge of the subject matter that makes them stand out. Likewise, the team's agility is unmatched by competitors. Eva Cacacho is constantly involved in all our projects and contributes positively - in other words, Eva is one of our team and not just that, she is a shining star. Maria Fernanda Ovalle has taken on a relevant leadership role in the team and we feel very comfortable with her contribution to our projects.'
'The real estate team at Alta is highly capable, creative, dedicated and very client driven. If something cannot be done, they will find a way to resolve it to achieve the set objective, always within the framework of the law.'
'They stand out for their service, availability, professionalism and focus on results. They have a lot of experience in the subject matter. Eva Cacacho is exceptional!'
Key clients
- Grupo Onyx (Centro Comercial Maderos)
- Transcafe
- Iruña
- Belluno (Taco Bell restaurants)
- Corpoagro del Pacifico
- Minera San Rafael
- Desarrolladora Tetuan
- San Jose Fno
- Universidad del Valle de Guatemala/Colegio Americano de Guatemala
- Nuevo Naranjo
- Desarrolladora Los Amatles
- Desarrolladora Mogador
- Louvre
- Corporación Indyknit (Schwarz Partners Group/Indiana Knitwear)
Work highlights
- Advised Nextil Guatemala on the negotiation of a long-term built-to-suit sublease agreement for approximately 18,500 square metres.
- Advised Indyknit, a subsidiary of Indiana Knitwear in Guatemala, on the negotiation of a build-to-suit lease for new manufacturing facilities.
- Advising Nuevo Naranjo on the strategy for the development of an industrial project to be constructed in two phases.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
María Fernanda Ovalle
Alta QIL+4 AbogadosPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Eva Cacacho