About

Provided by Posse Herrera Ruiz

Posse Herrera Ruiz has a highly respected Real Estate department advising local and international companies in the development of rural and urban real estate projects, from their structuring phase to the sale or their initiation. 

Real estate projects include housing developments, shopping malls, hotels and commercial and business centers of different natures. In rural zones of different locations of Colombia, we structure and execute large forestry and agri-business projects.

Our team has experience in all types of contract negotiations and structuring related with the acquisition, sale, economic use of properties, tax planning and due diligence process.

Posse Herrera Ruiz works on the drafting of instruments of urban planning such as development and implementation plans, urban renovation projects, units of rural planning, legal defense in administrative proceedings of possible infractions or revocation of licenses, as well as all matters related with formalities of licensing before urban authorities and planning offices.

Our experience and knowledge in the structuring of personal and corporate trust vehicles is a fundamental component of our real estate practice. The team advises corporate clients as well as individuals in the structuring of financial agreements and corporate planning, as well as in optimizing strategies of wealth management.


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What the Team is Known For

Posse Herrera Ruiz is a market-leading law firm that possesses a stellar real estate team which is experienced in assisting an array of Colombian and international clients. Its client portfolio includes key developers, investment funds and hospitality companies. The team is frequently retained to assist with urban planning mandates, in addition to transactional matters, including the financing the acquisition of real estate assets. It also advises on lease contracts for office space.

Work Highlights

  • Posse Herrera Ruiz acted for UNE EPM Telecomunicaciones on the USD70 million sale and leaseback of more than one thousand telecommunications sites to Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Andrés Montoya
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Andrés Montoya
Head of Real Estate
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Well-regarded partner Andrés Montoya is praised for his experience in the Colombian real estate arena. He is noted for his high level of activity and expertise advising clients from a wide range of sectors, including agribusiness and retail.

Andrés Montoya has demonstrated great knowledge and tact to handle complex situations. He is a great adviser and became almost a partner to us.

Andrés Montoya has the technical knowhow to lead complex real estate transactions. His ability to clarify sophisticated issues and provide timely responses adds significant value.

Héctor Otálora
Associates to watch

Associate-to-watch Héctor Otálora joins the rankings with significant recognition for his activity in the Colombian real estate sector. He is recommended by clients for his experience in urban planning mandates.

Héctor Otálora has extensive knowledge in urban planning law and he offers a solid level of service and commercial vision.

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Andrés Montoya
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Andrés Montoya
Head of Real Estate
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Héctor Otálora
Associates to watch

Members

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Andrés Montoya

Andrés Montoya

Head of Department

Héctor Otálora

Sergio Salazar

Clients

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Bacao

Bancolombia

Mainstream

Parque Arauco

Renewable Resources Group

Sonae Sierra

Terranum

Unicentro Shopping Mall

Unilever

Visum Capital

Industries

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Banks & Financial Services

Chemicals

Education

Energy & Natural Resources

Forestry & Paper

Infrastructure & Construction

Mining

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