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Guyer & Regules

Real Estate

Latin America Guide 2027 : Uruguay

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Guyer & Regules

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It is by far the largest and most experienced team in the country, recognized by Chambers Latin America as a “market-leading department with a deep bench of seasoned professionals offering long-standing expertise in this practice area”. This practice, which has an unmatched senior team of 2 partners, 2 counsels and 4 experienced  senior associates,  has a very strong presence in REITs, residential and touristic developments, industrial plants and commercial retail stores as well as agribusiness and forestry investments.

Recent highlights include:

  • Advising Fondo Compass in the construction, development and commercialization of  5 residential condominium projects in, totaling  approx. 600 apartments.
  • Advising  Argentinean renowned businessman Manuel Antelo in the development  of a car shopping mall and retail center called  Car One in a 12-hectare plot.
  • Advising Atlantico a landmark-to-be in Punta del Este, awarded Best Mixed Use Development in Uruguay Award by the Central & South America Property Awards. The project is worth USD 250 million.
  • Assisting trusts Fideicomiso Financiero Tierras Irrigadas I y II, which raised a capital investment of USD 300 million with the objective of acquiring agricultural land.

Chambers Review

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Real Estate - Uruguay

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Guyer & Regules is a full-service heavyweight law firm with a front-runner position in Uruguay's real estate market. The team routinely advises clients, such as investors and developers, on the structuring and financing of commercial, industrial and tourism real estate projects. The department frequently negotiates high-profile lease agreements as well as transactions in agribusiness and forestry. The law firm is experienced in assisting funds and trusts with the purchase of real estate assets.

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Work Highlights

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  • Guyer & Regules advised Consultatio on the acquisition of 170 hectares of rural land, including title due diligence and the negotiation, drafting and execution of all related transaction agreements.

Strengths

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  • Guyer & Regules' lawyers are diligent, thorough and proactive. They go the extra mile to ensure matters run smoothly, and I have complete confidence in their ability to handle every detail from start to finish.

    Real Estate respondentLatin America

  • The Guyer & Regules team consistently demonstrates exceptional responsiveness, dedication and a genuine commitment to supporting clients at every stage of the process. No matter how complex the challenge, the team always seeks a practical solution.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Federico Susena
    Federico Susena

    Federico Susena

    Stellar partner Federico Susena continues to advise clients on the structuring of real estate investments as well as the construction of commercial and tourism developments in Uruguay.

    • Federico Susena stands out for his expertise and strategic vision. His comprehensive understanding of matters provides clients with confidence and reassurance when making important decisions.

      Real Estate respondentLatin America

    • Federico Susena is widely regarded as the benchmark for real estate matters in Uruguay. He combines exceptional technical expertise with a deep understanding of business, delivering commercially astute advice on the most significant and complex matters.

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  • Beatriz Spiess
    Beatriz Spiess

    Beatriz Spiess

    Experienced partner Beatriz Spiess co-leads the firm's practice and is seen handling large-scale real estate transactions in the agribusiness sector in Uruguay. She is also sought after for her complementary knowledge of environmental law.

    • Beatriz Spiess is an outstanding professional with strong technical expertise and the temperament to handle even the most complex matters with confidence and composure.

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  • María Fernanda González
    María Fernanda González

    María Fernanda González

    Dynamic partner María Fernanda González is well placed to assist clients with rural land purchase agreements, forestry lease contracts and deed agreements.

    • María Fernanda González is exceptionally meticulous and highly professional, consistently delivering her work on time, and is a pleasure to work with.

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  • Martin Ruiz
    Martin Ruiz

    Martin Ruiz

    Associate-to-watch Martín Ruiz is particularly adept at handling real estate transactions and investments, with special expertise in the tourism sector.

    • Martin Ruiz is a dedicated and proactive lawyer with strong commercial awareness, excellent interpersonal skills, and a deep understanding of business. A well-rounded professional, he works with a high degree of autonomy and consistently delivers effective, high-quality results.

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