The real estate department at Pérez Del Castillo & Asociados advises across a broad spectrum of complex real estate matters. The team advises on urban and rural property transactions, the formation and management of real estate trusts and legal frameworks such as the condominium property regime. It also handles financial guarantees, including mortgages and pledges. Co-leader Gustavo Di Genio specialises in notarial, real estate and corporate law, with expertise in property regimes and contract structuring. Co-leader Soledad Echevarría focuses on real estate transactions, trusts and the establishment of commercial companies. Associate Jimena Lanzani has particular expertise in real estate transactions, leases, trusts and agribusiness contracts, as well as advising on commercial company formation and operation.
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Testimonials

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  • 'The level of responsiveness and speed when I have contracted services has always been excellent. Furthermore, the professionals I deal with at the firm are always up to date with regulatory changes and even analyse proposed regulatory modifications that impact the real estate business, which is a relevant input for assessing risks and making decisions.'
  • 'It is an agile and client-oriented firm, with professionalism and expertise, but also with a personal touch that sets it apart from the rest.'
  • 'Notary Gustavo Di Genio, in particular. Excellent human quality - attentive, knowledgeable, and capable. Communication is fluid, responses are quick, and the quality of reasoning is outstanding. He supports and advises us in the different aspects we require, being of vital importance in the development of our operations.'
  • 'The personalised and dedicated attention of the firm’s members facilitates quick and appropriate resolution of inquiries.'
  • 'What makes it outstanding and exceptional are the people who make up the practice, particularly Gustavo Di Genio, a notary with great experience and a very practical mindset, who also provides continuous and close follow-up on matters.'
  • 'I highlight the experience of the team, their ability to handle complex transactions, and their knowledge of current regulations. Their continuous effort to stay updated, embracing new technologies and ways of working.'

Key clients

  • Lago de Calpen Fideicomiso Dulfini Skantil Fideicomiso San Pedro Fideicomiso Edu Fideicomiso Sarandí Fideicomiso Herrera Fideicomiso Piedras Fideicomiso Douro

Work highlights

Advised Riba (Lago de Calpen) on the acquisition, structuring and development of the exclusive residential real estate complex “Riba”, in Ciudad de la Costa, Canelones, which involved a 70m USD investment.
Advised Fideicomiso, a Uruguayan real estate trust backed by the Lacroze Group and HA Emprendimientos (Argentina), on the development of the high end residential “Sense Manantiales” real estate project in Punta del Este, Maldonado, which involved a USD 40m investment.
Advised Flater S.R.L. on aquiring direct control of minimarket companies and their stores.
Practice head

Gustavo Di Genio

Other key lawyers

Soledad Echevarría; Jimena Lanazni