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Provided by Cescon, Barrieu, Flesch & Barreto Advogados
Cescon Barrieu’s real estate Rio de Janeiro department provides full-service assistance, from structuring operations until closing aspects of transactions that involves all real estate matters, being involved in the most innovative and important real estate transactions of the market. We cover the full spectrum of the practice, being mostly involved in real estate transactions involving structures in the acquisition and sale of logistic warehouses, corporate offices and shopping centers stakes in several regions across the country.
We are particularly well positioned in assisting foreigner clients in the elaboration of complex structures to ensure the regular occupation and acquisition of rural properties due to the restrictions imposed by foreigners. Our team acts for a diverse clientele, including developers, lenders, investment banks, pension funds, real estate investment funds, properties’ companies and domestic and foreign investors and large corporations. With this comprehensive perspective, we gain a broad view of all stakeholders needs within the real estate sector and other players with related work in real estate market, representing key real estate companies that are currently defining the Brazilian Real Estate market.
We are always able to provide full and deep legal advisory to our clients in all kinds of real estate transactions, always being involved in the development of projects that are at the same time iconic and relevant from the market perspective.
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Cescon, Barrieu, Flesch & Barreto Advogados is a full-service law firm with a solid real estate practice in Rio de Janeiro. The department shines in contentious matters such as repossessions, but also carries out substantial consultancy work for clients in the energy and engineering sectors.
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Cescon Barrieu advised IMPA on the real estate aspects of the development of its new headquarters in Rio de Janeiro, assisting with procurement processes, construction‑related arrangements and regulatory issues throughout the implementation of the project.
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Cescon Barrieu maintains a high level of technical expertise and strategic vision, with a strong ability to coordinate complex and sophisticated matters and deliver solutions aligned with our needs.
Cescon Barrieu has experience in structured real estate transactions beyond traditional real estate, supported by in‑depth technical knowledge.
Cescon Barrieu's team is highly qualified and consistently open to listening to and considering our views on the matters discussed.
From our perspective, Cescon Barrieu is a benchmark firm in the real estate sector.
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Ivana Bomfim is a widely respected real estate practitioner with extensive experience in the Rio de Janeiro market. She is praised for her knowledge in this field, which she puts to use assisting real estate developers and shopping centre administrators with property subdivision procedures and due diligence.
Ivana Bomfim brings deep experience in the real estate sector, combining strong technical skills with a meticulous approach and consistent availability to clients.
Ivana Bomfim is an excellent lawyer, highly supportive and attentive.
Ivana Bomfim is an exceptional lawyer who is always ready to support us, delivering precise solutions to complex issues and demonstrating deep knowledge and confidence in her area of practice.
Juan Danniel Torres Yanes Rocha Braga is a real estate associate cherished by clients for his efficiency in meetings. Based in Rio de Janeiro, he is often seen assisting shopping centre administrators and pharmaceutical companies with legal advice and due diligence work.
Juan Danniel Torres Yanes Rocha Braga is very detail‑oriented and well organised. His technical knowledge is an essential support to the team.
Real Estate: Rio de Janeiro
Real Estate: Rio de Janeiro
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Ivana Bomfim
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