Hall of fameUría Menéndez
Real Estate and Planning, Banking and Finance, Insolvency and Financial Distress.
Noted by clients for being equipped with the ‘best real estate knowledge and experience in Spain’, Uría Menéndez is a first point of contact for SOCIMIs, banks, investment funds, developers, and private and listed companies seeking assistance with real estate projects. The group is jointly led by Fernando Azofra, who advises on real estate M&A and financing matters, and Diego Armero, who is particularly skilled in acquisitions and disposals of real estate property. The ’deep bench’ also includes: Ignacio Albiñana, a key name to note for real estate funds; ‘top’ lawyer Rafael Jiménez, who often handles transactions involving commercial and logistic assets, and Javier Ruiz-Cámara, who stands out for his combined knowledge of real estate, corporate, and finance law. Recently promoted partner Ivan Abad advises clients on the entire life cycle of real estate investments.
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Testimonials
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‘Teamwork, availability, transparency and efficiency.’
‘They understand us perfectly and are very good people. They are creative and try to help at all times.'
'Exceptional lawyers, very well directed and coordinated. Bold and prudently brave. With the partner always in the lead. ’
‘Rafa Jiménez is a top lawyer. Without a doubt the best business and corporate real estate lawyer I have ever met due to his technical capacity, business vision, and availability.'
‘Very complete team that keeps projects up to date permanently and keeps the client informed of each and every step to be taken. Ensured effort and commitment from all team members.’
‘Permanent availability, interest and commitment in all the projects in which we collaborate. Always a job well done.’
‘Great team, deep bench, strong partners. Best real estate knowledge and experience in Spain.’
‘Diego Armero is without question a top real estate lawyer in Spain. Immense knowledge, great solutions provider, and top level client service.’
Key clients
- Testa Residencial SOCIMI
- Pictet Real Estate
- Angelo Gordon
- Goldman Sachs
- Millenium Hospitality Real Estate SOCIMI
- BC Partners
- Meridia Capital
- King Street
- Stoneweg
- Azora
- Tempore Property SOCIMI
- Neinor Homes
- Palladium Hotel Group
- DWS
- Kronos Homes
- FREO Group
- Talus Real Estate (España)
- Covivio Hotels
- Grupo Lar
- Ikos
- Adia
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 partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Fernando Azofra, Diego Armero