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Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez LLC

Corporate/Commercial: Real Estate

Latin America Guide 2026 : Puerto Rico

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Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez LLC

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  • The Firm has a broad and diversified corporate and commercial law practice. Our attorneys advise clients on corporate and commercial law matters and help them structure a variety of transactions in the context of Puerto Rico’s unique legal environment.
  •  We regularly represent both borrowers and international and local financial institutions in large and complex financings, including construction loans, leveraged buyouts, syndicated loans and multi-borrower facilities. Our attorneys have also worked on major financings outside of Puerto Rico, including the U.S. Virgin Islands and the Dominican Republic. ​
  • PMA actively represents financial institutions, banks, and bank holding companies doing business in Puerto Rico. Our attorneys have represented clients in matters before the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the Office of Thrift Supervision and the Puerto Rico Commissioner of Financial Institutions. Our attorneys have advised clients regarding the organization of international banking entities under the Puerto Rico International Banking Center Regulatory Act. PMA also regularly represents banks and bank holding companies in capital market transactions, including the issuance of equity securities and structured notes.
  • We pride ourselves in providing excellent work and results in an efficient and timely manner.
  • Quick response time to clients and turn-around time for clients.

Clients (16)

  • Government Development Bank for Puerto Rico
  • Puerto Rico Public-Private Partnerships Authority
  • Fiscal Agency and Financial Advisory Authority
  • Banco Popular de Puerto Rico
  • Oriental Bank
  • Hewlett-Packard Enterprise
  • Popular Auto LLC
  • FirstBank Puerto Rico
  • Grupo Punta Cana, S.A.
  • Total Petroleum Puerto Rico Corp.
  • WV Capital Partners
  • Triple-S Management Corporation
  • GM Group
  • LIFT Puerto Rico Business Impact Fund LLC
  • Grupo Ferré Rangel
  • Acrecent Financial Corporation

Industries (12)

  • Banks
  • Charities
  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Food and Drinks Producers
  • Government
  • Health Care
  • Insurance
  • Telecommunications
  • Transportation
  • Utilities
  • Private Clients/Individuals

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Corporate/Commercial: Real Estate - Puerto Rico

What the Team is Known For

Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez is a powerhouse practice group with a wealth of experience acting on corporate and commercial matters. The team is routinely called upon to advise an impressive roster of multinational clients on complex acquisitions and disposals, as well as corporate restructurings and the development of mixed-use projects. The department also represents banks and multilateral lenders in corporate finance, securities offerings, and workout transactions. The firm also boasts particular expertise in real estate finance, routinely assisting lenders with the financing of real estate projects as well as counselling developers on acquisitions.

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Work Highlights

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  • Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez assisted Grupo HIMA San Pablo and Centro Medico del Turabo with the auction and sale of several healthcare facilities following its bankruptcy filling.

Strengths

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  • We have had excellent and fluent communication with lawyers at all levels in Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez.

    Corporate/Commercial: Real Estate respondentLatin America

  • Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez has the ability to think and provide advice with a pragmatic mindset and vision, looking for practical solutions in contracts.

    Corporate/Commercial: Real Estate respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Donald E Hull
    Donald E Hull

    Donald E Hull

    Acclaimed senior statesperson Donald Hull offers an outstanding reputation advising clients on high-profile real estate transactions in Puerto Rico.

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  • Manuel Pietrantoni
    Manuel Pietrantoni

    Manuel Pietrantoni

    Senior statesperson Manuel Pietrantoni boasts noteworthy experience advising clients on M&A transactions and public finance. He continues to garner significant market recognition for his track record in the Puerto Rican market.

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  • Jaime E Santos
    Jaime E Santos

    Jaime E Santos

    Solid partner Jaime Santos offers extensive experience advising clients on corporate and real estate transactions in Puerto Rico.

    • Jaime Santos is a leader in his field and we count on his advice constantly. He knows how we think and helps us to land negotiations with ease.

      Corporate/Commercial: Real Estate respondentLatin America
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  • Antonio Molina-Machargo
    Antonio Molina-Machargo

    Antonio Molina-Machargo

    Noted partner Antonio Molina-Machargo boasts extensive expertise advising clients on the development of commercial and residential real estate projects in Puerto Rico.
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  • Antonio Santos
    Antonio Santos

    Antonio Santos

    Partner Antonio Santos is frequently sought after by clients to advise on the financing of real estate projects. He is also well placed to assist developers with acquisitions in Puerto Rico.

    • Antonio Santos has great abilities as a lawyer and years in the industry.

      Corporate/Commercial: Real Estate respondentLatin America
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  • Iván Marrero
    Iván Marrero

    Iván Marrero

    Ivan Marrero garners recognition for working with funds and handling regulatory banking issues in Puerto Rico.

    • Ivan Marrero is very disciplined and methodical. I like his approach and he gives us a lot of confidence.

      Corporate/Commercial: Real Estate respondentLatin America
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  • Manuel del Valle
    Manuel del Valle

    Manuel del Valle

    Noted partner Manuel del Valle is recognised for his participation in M&A matters in Puerto Rico.

    • Manuel is very talented in drafting and reviewing contracts, and attends to all issues in a pragmatic way, which facilitates the resolution of problems and setbacks.

      Corporate/Commercial: Real Estate respondentLatin America
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