The real estate practice at Hughes & Hughes is renowned for its strong expertise in rural land acquisitions. Recent developments include a growing focus on land use and planning regulations at the national and municipal levels. Led by Haroldo Espalter, a key figure in the Uruguayan real estate market, the practice provides comprehensive guidance across various industries. However, partners Juan Carlos Oreggia and Florencia Beyhaut both left in February 2025.
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Key clients

  • Sa San Miguel
  • Akuo Energy – Glymont
  • Global Timber Resources
  • Frutura Uruguay
  • GTI10 Investments Acquisitions Company Limited C/o Global Forests Partners
  • TRG
  • Automotores Gildemeister
  • Danilum
  • Stafford Capital Partners
  • UPM– Forestal Oriental

Work highlights

Advised Frutura Uruguay S.A. on the lease of citrus plantations.
Advised Automotores Gildemeister SpA on the divesture of strategic land in Uruguay.

Lawyers

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Haroldo Espalter

Practice head

Haroldo Espalter