Under the leadership of Luis Pedro Del Valle, Arias provides an 'excellent service' in the real estate sphere, with particular strength in advising major multinationals from across the retail, telecoms, oil and gas, and advertising sectors, among others, in relation to their expansion plans in Guatemala. The team frequently assists with the acquisition and management of real estate portfolios, long-term commercial leases, and related compliance and regulatory issues, in addition to the acquisition of land for development. Senior counsels Jorge Ordoñez and Florencio Gramajo are also key names.
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‘Arias provide an excellent service in this area; they have experience in the field and in how local authorities operate.’
‘The team is knowledgeable, and responds quickly and clearly to any questions.’
Key clients
- Walmart
- 12three Finance
- Sika
- Chevron
- Chemonics International
- 3M
- JCDecaux Top Media
- SBA Communications
- High Q International
- Grupo HPB
Work highlights
Advising JCDecaux Top Media Guatemala on a wide range of real estate matters essential for its operations.
Providing comprehensive real estate advisory services to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to support its activities across Guatemala and Central America.
Advising Chevron Guatemala on real estate matters to support and facilitate its business operations in a highly regulated industry.
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
Luis Pedro del Valle