From acquisitions, development and financing to operation, restructuring and exits, Cuatrecasas offers advice on an array of real estate matters. The practice regularly assists with cross-border transactions and the implementation of multi-jurisdictional structures, with experience covering real estate-related M&A and joint ventures, project development, and real estate financing relating to residential, mixed-use, commercial, retail, logistics, industrial, hospitality, offices and infrastructure assets. Practice head Carolina Menichetti joined in September 2025 from the former MBC Abogados, and is highly regarded for her expertise in complex M&A involving real estate assets and companies, real estate joint ventures, and project acquisition, structuring, and financing. Other noted members of the team are senior associates Josefina Durán and Sybil O’Reilly, who joined the firm alongside Menichetti and advise on an array of real estate-related M&A, joint ventures, financings and agreements.
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Testimonials
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- An excellent team with appropriate answers at the right time.
- Outstanding Partner: Carolina Menichetti Outstanding Associate: Sybil O'Reilly Rodríguez Excellent knowledge of real estate and financing in the same area, with practical solutions that facilitate business.
Key clients
- Grupo Patio
- Rentas Patio X
Work highlights
Advised Rentas Patio X on a refinancing through a long‑term lease agreement.
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Carolina Menichetti
Other key lawyers
Martín Pavez; Felipe Prieto