Baker McKenzie S.A.S.’s real estate and zoning practice is recognised for its expertise in real estate development, acquisitions, investment and tax structuring, as well as navigating land use regulations and securing necessary permits. Alejandro Mesa leads the team and draws on extensive experience in structuring real estate transactions, investment trusts and construction projects for domestic and multinational clients across a range of asset classes. Senior associate Lucía Murgueytio adds valuable urban planning expertise to the practice.
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Testimonials
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- Baker's real estate team fully understands our operations and business model. That's why we trust their advice to always be well-informed and tailored to our needs.
- Lucia Murgueyto is outstanding for her customer service and her willingness to assist us in the best way.
- They differ in their closeness to the customer.
- Knowledge of the sector, transactions and customer service.
Key clients
- Stanley Black & Decker
- Conconcreto
- Khazna Data Centers
- Aviva Investors Sustainable Outcomes
- Brookfield Asset Management
- Banco Davivienda
- Sociedad Minera de Santander
- Aimbridge Latam
- Equinix
- Inspired Education Group
- Mattel
- Land Degradation Neutrality Fund
Work highlights
Advised Yellowstone Capital Partners on the structuring and negotiation of multiple housing development investments in Colombia, including projects in Barranquilla, Bogotá and Medellín.
Advised Sura Asset Management on high-value real estate matters, including restitution of an industrial property in a free trade zone, drafting trust rights transfer agreements and structuring broker services agreements, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation without litigation.
Advising Conconcreto on the acquisition of land for a major housing development within the Serena del Mar master-planned community in Cartagena, conducting detailed zoning due diligence and negotiating purchase agreements with tailored indemnity provisions to address regulatory obligations.
Lawyers
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
Alejandro Mesa
Other key lawyers
Lucía Murgueytio