The real estate practice group at CMS Woodhouse Lorente Ludlow is equipped to advise on the structuring and financing of industrial, residential, hospitality, office and mixed-use developments across Mexico. The team handles land acquisitions and disposals, real estate finance and portfolio management, and regularly advises on the development and leasing of commercial, industrial and logistics properties. It also supports clients with joint venture structures for real estate projects, and the negotiation of land use rights and rights of way for infrastructure and energy projects. César Lechuga steers the practice and has a focus on the structuring and financing of real estate projects across all asset classes, as well as infrastructure project finance. Enrique Lorente Ludlow (who handles infrastructure projects and real estate) and associate Luis Enrique Mora y Medrano (a key contact for real estate and energy law) are additional names to note.
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Testimonials
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- The CMS real estate team stands out for its business acumen; they not only analyze legal risks but also ensure the viability of commercial projects. Their advice on structuring trusts and complex financing is impeccable, placing them above more traditional firms thanks to their agility and 24/7 availability. They have implemented advanced digital tools that drastically speed up due diligence processes.
- César Lechuga and Luis Enrique Mora stand out for their exceptional negotiation skills under pressure and outstanding availability. Their lawyers' key differentiator is their business acumen and foresight. Unlike traditional competitors who often act as mere contract reviewers, CMS lawyers understand the financial, tax, and operational implications of every real estate transaction, making them true facilitators of the business.
- It is, by far, the closest and most knowledgeable team in its field in Mexico. Its international coverage is also a significant asset.
- César Lechuga is a person capable of managing his team with a constant focus on operations and providing the best service.
- The way they treat you and the attention they give you is excellent. César Lechuga's knowledge of real estate and his personal touch make you feel very comfortable.
- The team is always up-to-date, they know the subject matter and the rules inside and out, and they provide excellent real estate advice.
Key clients
- Hasta Capital
- Opera Desarrolladora
- Innokap
- Kans Capital
- Kino Energía
- Union Real Estate Investment
- Deka Immobilien
- Archandel
- Mota Engil
- Savills
- Carrera
- Quiero Casa
Work highlights
Advised Innokap on implementing a legal and tax-efficient structure for the acquisition of a real estate property in Mexico City.
Advised a joint venture formed by Archandel and other Mexican companies on the implementation of a legal structure for the rehabilitation of a water park in Acapulco, Guerrero.
Assisted HASTA Capital with the implementation of a legal and tax-efficient structure for the development of a revenue-sharing residential real estate project in Cancún, Quintana Roo.
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Practice head
César Lechuga