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The real estate practice at Urenda & Urenda advises on a range of complex real estate developments, and negotiates the purchase and sale of property; Manuel Urenda and Alfredo Urenda lead the team.

Real estate in Bolivia

Moreno Baldivieso Estudio De Abogados

The real estate practice at Moreno Baldivieso Estudio De Abogados collaborates with other departments within the firm, such as corporate and tax, to assist in restructuring processes. Representing a stellar portfolio of both national and international companies, the firm excels at carrying out legal audits and due diligence on the acquisition of assets. The group has a successful track record advising on the sale and lease of real estate, as well as drafting and negotiating contracts. It works with clients in the construction, pharmaceutical and telecommunications industries, in addition to embassies. Teddy Mercado leads the team alongside René Cuellar, who specialises in construction and engineering projects. Fellow practice co-head Luis Moreno has extensive experience advising on mergers and acquisitions for companies in the real estate and retail sectors. The group benefits from the input of litigator Delfor Zapata, who assists in disputes related to land ownership, multi-party land conflicts and possessory actions.

Responsables de la pratique:

René Cuellar; Luis Moreno; Teddy Mercado


Principaux clients

Claure Group


Phoenix Towers Bolivia


Embassy of the United States of America


TAI LOY


Westland Construction


Droguería INTI


El Deber


Aceros Galvanizados « Acergal »


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Claure Group on the real estate strategy for building a new football stadium and cutting-edge training facilities in collaboration with City Football Group, the entity behind Manchester City.
  • Advising Phoenix Tower International on the cancellation of liens on over 650 telecommunication towers nationwide.
  • Advising the US Embassy on Bolivia to carry out the acquisition of a 5.000 mt2 residential property in the city of La Paz to become the official residence of the US Ambassador in Bolivia.

PPO Indacochea

Very much at the forefront of the real estate market thanks to its full-service offering which encompasses the development of real estate projects from financing, construction and development advice, to the sale, transfer and purchase of property, PPO Indacochea excels in the drafting of real estate contracts covering sale, lease and construction contracts, and has knowledge of niche areas, such as horizontal property matters. The practice has four main pillars - transactional, regulatory, consultancy and (construction-related) dispute resolution advice - and has experience across commercial, office, residential, financial, agro-industrial and hotel projects. More typically, the team is active in real estate transactions, handling due diligence processes and drafting sale, lease, occupancy and assignment agreements. The consultancy practice encompasses environmental compliance, zoning and land use entitlement, as well as entity formation and tax advice within the real estate sector. The group also has experience before the real estate authorities, with a successful track record in obtaining government permissions and specialised authorisations. Other matters include contract enforcement and land management. The practice is co-lead by Carlos Pinto (transactions and financing - particularly in relation to projects), Marcial Fernández (transactions, corporate and commercial matters), Diego Böhrt (administrative and regulatory) and Anwar Farah. Dedicated practitioner Farah is a leading figure in the field of urban development, with expertise in land use, urbanisation processes and relevant licenses; he advises a diverse roster of clients, spanning the commercial, hotel and agro-industrial sectors on real estate investment and the structuring of real estate projects. At associate level, Fabiana Vaca Pereira plays a key role in the registration and regularisation of real estate matters before public institutions, including transfers, mergers and purchases; while Alejandra Suárez H assists on transactional matters, including acquisitions, sales and leasing.

Responsables de la pratique:

Anwar Farah


Principaux clients

Banco Ganadero


Fricción


Abitando


Semillas Monica


Cronembold Arquitectos


Criales & Urcullo

The real estate practice at Criales & Urcullo is sought out for its specialised work in contractual matters, particularly for investment funds looking to acquire property in Bolivia. The group has a successful track record working with authorities to negotiate property registration. Possessing a strong knowledge of banking, finance and capital markets, the firm provides an end-to-end service on real estate projects for both local and international clients. Experienced negotiator José Criales leads the team, skilled at advising clients in the construction and telecoms industries. Practice co-head David Alcozer Alcón excels in the drafting of legal documents and reports, while banking and finance expert Adrián Barrenechea works on acquisitions for companies in the real estate sector. Associate Diego Ajata Rivera is a key member of the team, with experience in the registration of real estate.

Responsables de la pratique:

Jose Criales; David Alcozer; Adrian Barrenechea


Les références

‘They offer a reliable and straightforward service.’

‘We have established a very good relationship of trust and agility in service and response.’

Principaux clients

Juan Despot


AXS Bolivia


Embajada Británica


Altifibers


Smart Builldings


Clinica Foianini


Conecta Bienes Raices


Lakauta Bienes Raices


Entrevigas Bienes Raices


BLDG Inversiones


Grupo Empresarial Lafuente


Principaux dossiers


Serrate Paz y Asociados

Active in real estate transactions and asset management, Serrate Paz y Asociados regularly advises developers, investment groups and corporate clients on complex property acquisitions, project structuring and regulatory compliance. The practice has experience in large-scale developments, such as commercial expansions, condominium projects and industrial parks. In response to emerging legal challenges in the sector, it advises on real estate financing, family business structuring and investment strategies. The group also excels in dispute resolution, including mediation and conciliation, providing strategic advice on contract enforcement, property disputes and claims involving expropriation. Senior associate María Ximena Callaú Vides leads the team, and corporate expert José Mario Serrate Paz Ramajo is also active in matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

María Ximena Callaú Vides


Principaux clients

Frigorifico BFC


Hipermaxi


Grupo Sion


Industrias Belen


Empresa Agroindustrial D.F.


Urubo Village


Embolpack Empresa Boliviana de Empaque


Ciagro


Curtiembre Tauro


Construcciones y Desarrollo Codesa


Principaux dossiers


Bufete Aguirre, Quintanilla, Soria & Nishizawa Sociedad Civil – (BAQSN)

Active in high-value transactions, the real estate team at Bufete Aguirre Soc Civ offers a range of services, such as regularisation and title review. Real estate investments and developments are areas of growth for the firm, which regularly advises international organisations and embassies as well as local companies. Demonstrating expertise in administrative processes, the group prepares and registers transfer, lease and guarantee contracts. Fernando Aguirre and Santiago Nishizawa lead the team, which includes key practitioners Eduardo Quintanilla and Carolina Aguirre.

Responsables de la pratique:

Fernando Aguirre; Santiago Nishizawa


Principaux clients

Sociedad Salesiana


COMVERSA


Thayne International


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising, planning and structuring the first phase of  construction of the Ciudad Educativa Salesiana Muyurina Project, for both private and public-private convention schools, on a land of more than 72 hectares in the city of Montero, Bolivia.

Dentons Guevara & Gutierrez

The real estate team at Dentons Guevara & Gutierrez has carved out a niche in the agroindustry sector, using its expertise to advise on complex investments, forest properties, land acquisitions and expropriation cases. Active in high-value transactions and developments, the team specialises in commercial developments, residential projects and rural land development. The group also has in-depth knowledge of real estate finance and cross-border transactions. Experienced arbitrator Rodrigo Rivera jointly leads the team, bringing negotiation skills to handle real estate disputes. Practice co-head Jorge Inchauste ensures clients comply with regulatory requirements, and has been involved in disputes arising from construction projects. Senior associate Ana Lora has extensive experience in transactions involving urban real estate as well as large pieces of land in the rural sector.

Responsables de la pratique:

Rodrigo Rivera; Jorge Inchauste; Ana Lora


Les références

‘We are very pleased with the external legal support provided by the Dentons Guevara & Gutiérrez team, led by Dr. Jorge Inchauste. We have been able to gain insight into the professional skills of many of the firm’s associates, who have demonstrated their solid legal foundations and are constantly up-to-date with regulations in general and in the construction sector in particular.’

‘I believe there is a balance and complementarity between the experience of the senior professionals and the youth of the firm’s new lawyers, which I find very positive compared to the competition. I highly highlight the professionalism and commitment of Dr. Jorge Inchauste, Dr. Michelle Mercado, and Dr. Mariana Soria Galvarro. ’

Principaux clients

Industrias Varias (INDUVAR)


Cámara Departamental de la Construcción de La Paz (CADECO La Paz)


Church of Jesus Christ of the Latterday Saints


Cámara Departamental de la Construcción de La Paz CADECO La Paz


Petrobras Bolivia


Principaux dossiers


  • Provided comprehensive litigation support in defending Petrobras’ easements, playing a critical role in safeguarding the company’s land rights and ensuring its operations proceed without disruption.
  • Assisting Induvar with the due diligence of its property documents, reviewing the situation of the title and the registration thereof before the Municipality of El Alto.
  • Assisting with the drafting of the terms of reference for a public tender, ultimately leading to the selection of a company to remodel the new Cadeco La Paz building.

Medina, Galindo & Richter Abogados S.R.L.

Medina, Galindo & Richter Abogados S.R.L. provides a full range of services in the real estate sector, from obtaining land and acquiring necessary permits and authorisations, to selling plots. The firm has extensive experience drafting and registering contracts, carrying out due diligence and advising on authorisations of projects. Possessing strong knowledge of real estate financing, the team is also involved in a number of capital increase operations. Rodrigo Galindo Garrett leads the practice, specialising in financial, administrative and corporate law, and cross-border transactions. Sergio Medina Bozo provides tax expertise in real estate matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Rodrigo Galindo Garrett


Principaux clients

Inypsa Informes y Proyectos


Amtrust Financial Services


Audentes Plus Ultra


Técnica y Proyectos – Typsa


Cosapi


Agropecuria Centurión


Food for the Hungry


ChildFund International


Gitec – Igip


Constructora Interandes


China State Construction Engineering


Constructora Santa Fe


Sociedad Comercial a Industrial Hansa


Glencore Bolivia


Kapunita


Cygen Labd


Grupo Inclam


Kieffer y Asociados Corredores de Seguros


Hamilton Insurance DAC


Master Sense


Marca Verde SAFI


CRZ Construcciones


Iberam Re Corredores Internacionales de Reaseguros


Exploraciones Maldonado


Compañía de Obras Civiles – Cociv


Compañía Cervecera Boliviana


Sociedad Industrial Taunus


Projecto Pacu Aquicultura


Heinsohn Business Technology


Engecorps Engenharia


Principaux dossiers


  • Completed due diligence of the Cosapi branch in Bolivia to execute a contract signed with The Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints, to build a new church and centre in the city of Santa Cruz de la Sierra.
  • Advised on the acquisition of a plot and development of an 18-floor, two-tower project for COCIV.
  • Advised on the contribution of 265 real estate properties in the city of La Paz in a capital increase operation for Kapunita, an extension of 76 hectares.