Pinilla González & Prieto Abogados’ dominant real estate offering underpins a specialist tax practice with niche expertise in advising construction companies, landowners, real estate funds and other industry participants on local taxes, transaction structuring and litigation. The department is led by director Viviana Africano Franco, who is highlighted for her ‘personalised attention’, and also draws on senior associate Juan Nicolás Cortés. Intermediate associate Daniel Cuellar left the firm in June 2025.
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‘It has very in-depth knowledge of the tax regulations applicable to non-profit organisations, which is very valuable to us as clients. Its tax consultations have a success rate of over 95%, which gives us complete confidence in its advice. As a new feature, it keeps us constantly updated on changes in tax legislation.’
‘The firm's lawyers excel in providing personalised attention and availability for any query, regardless of the day or time, and they understand and address urgent matters at any time. Viviana Africano Franco stands out for us.’
‘All client processes are executed within the timeframes of their work promise. It is a team of lawyers who are always available to their clients. ’
‘The practice maintains a very high level of professionalism and quality. The processes are very efficient and the service is excellent; compared to other firms, I rate them as outstanding.’
‘Our contact attorney is Viviana Africano Franco. I would like to highlight her knowledge of tax matters, her quality and timely service, and her careful follow-up.’
Key clients
- Corporación de Inversiones de Colombia (Colombian branch)
- Promotora La Alborada
- Ícono Urbano
- CELAM – Consejo Episcopal Latinoamericano
- Canales Desarrolladores
- Asociación Para la Enseñanza – ASPAEN
- Constructora Santa Ana
- Titularizadora Colombiana
- Prodesa.
- Amarilo
Work highlights
Represented Corporación de Inversiones de Colombia in a lawsuit against the Cadastral Authority of Bogota stemming from an administrative act that assigned a wrong property valuation to its estates.
Advised Promotora La Alborada, as the owner of several parcels of land, on contentious municipal tax issues.
Represented Titularizadora Colombiana in a lawsuit against the Department of Atlántico seeking the refund of a contribution.
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
Viviana Africano Franco