The team at Dentons Jiménez de Aréchaga is ‘committed to its client’s objectives’ and assists with all stages of real estate projects, from planning to approval. The practice counts major banks Banco Santander and Banco Itaú as well as developers among its clients, and handles industrial, commercial, office and residential real estate developments. ’Great leader’ Héctor Viana heads up the practice and handles property acquisitions and real estate developments; he is also knowledgeable on commercial, corporate, tax and regulatory issues. Of counsel and public notary María José Rovira supports on all real estate matters and is described as ‘organised' and 'meticulous’; and senior associate Aparicio Howard specialises in civil law and disputes that arise from real estate deals.
Testimonials
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‘Fernando and his team of lawyers diligently conduct all stages of a case in a controlled and precise manner.'
‘Fernando Jiménez de Aréchaga is committed to the objectives of his client, tirelessly providing opinions and taking the necessary steps, some of which we had not initially mapped.’
‘Dentons Jiménez de Aréchaga is one of the top firms in Uruguay, constantly striving for excellence and customer satisfaction.'
‘Fernando Jiménez de Aréchaga is a great leader; María José Rovira's work is organised and meticulous.’
‘It is a collaborative team that closely accompanies its clients, responding quickly.’
‘Its professionals are experienced and inspire confidence to their clients.’
Key clients
- Grupo Ivory
- Diamantis Plaza
- Banco Santander
- Trump Group
- Selina
- GreenWood Resources
- CEAOSA
- Arcos Dorados Uruguay
- CBRE
- Todd Anthony Robinson
- Immobiliaria Pams
Work highlights
- Advised high-end residential complex Diamantis on its insolvency proceedings.
- Advised Banco Santander on the financing of a real estate development in Villa Biarritz, Montevideo.
- Advised Trump Group on the construction of a residential tower in Punta del Este.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Héctor Viana