COSRO Advogados

Real Estate

Our team is composed of renowned professionals with extensive experience in both advisory and real estate litigation work. We act at every stage of real estate transactions and deals of varying complexity, as well as at the intersections of real estate law with various sectors of the economy, such as energy, infrastructure, and life sciences and healthcare. We offer effective, efficient, innovative, and integrated solutions that meet the specific needs of our clients

Real Estate
Real Estate

The Brazilian real estate sector is one of the main driving forces of the economy, offering ample opportunities for investment and development. This sector is essential for sustainable economic growth, driven by the growing demand for residential, commercial, logistics, and industrial properties. We have extensive experience in the legal structuring of real estate deals involving both urban and rural properties, with expertise in all facets of the operations

Our view on the industry

The real estate sector, widely recognized as a barometer of the economy, represents a field full of opportunities in Brazil. The constant demand for housing, commercial spaces, and adequate infrastructure has created a favorable environment for new initiatives and investments. In addition, the growing demand for multipurpose and shared spaces reflects trends in sustainability and the integration of uses. Projections indicate that the construction industry will continue to play a crucial role in the economic recovery, fostering the development of innovative real estate projects. Segments such as logistics, retail, hospitality, and shopping centers are undergoing constant transformation, attracting new investors and players to the market.

However, it is essential to acknowledge the persistent challenges the sector faces. Regulatory complexity, characterized by a myriad of rules at the federal, state, and municipal levels, and the restrictions on access to rural properties by Brazilian legal entities controlled by foreigners require rigorous attention and an in-depth understanding of the subject to avoid legal setbacks. Although significant progress has already been made in reducing bureaucracy in the sector, increasing legal certainty, and centralizing and digitalizing real estate information, this bureaucracy can still represent a relevant obstacle. This makes careful management necessary to ensure compliance at every stage. Moreover, environmental issues have gained increasing prominence in discussions on real estate development. Investments in sustainable construction practices not only meet regulatory demands but also offer a competitive advantage in a market where consumers are increasingly aware of environmental responsibility.

With the advancement of new technologies, such as artificial intelligence, automation, and digital platforms, the real estate sector has the opportunity to innovate its approach, making processes more efficient and transparent. Real estate management applications, data analytics tools, and digital financing solutions are transforming the way business is conducted, providing the agility needed to adapt to new market demands.

As Brazil adapts to these new realities, the real estate sector will consolidate itself as an essential pillar for economic and social development, committed to creating more sustainable and integrated communities.

  • Expansion of the real estate market
  • Development of sustainable projects, with a focus on ESG practices
  • Growth of the infrastructure and logistics sectors
  • Appreciation of urban and rural areas, with emphasis on properties in expansion regions
  • Regulatory complexity, decentralization, and lack of legislative uniformity
  • Bureaucracy and slowness of public agencies
  • Need to adapt to new legislation, in both urban and rural areas
  • Risk management involved in real estate projects
  • Integration of digital technologies
  • Sustainability
  • Social responsibility
  • Digital transformation in the acquisition and management of properties
Work Highlights

Structuring of a built-to-suit agreement

Advisory services to an investment fund on the sale of a completed industrial plant (subject to a built-to-suit lease agreement) in Pernambuco, with a value of approximately R$ 70 million

Acquisition of land for a logistics condominium

Advisory services to a large logistics company on the purchase of two plots of land intended for the construction of a logistics condominium in the interior of São Paulo, in a transaction valued at R$ 120 million

Execution of a long-term use assignment agreement

Assistance to a logistics company in the formalization of long-term use assignment agreements in airport areas

Lease agreements for shared spaces

Advisory services to a large coworking company on the expansion of its operations in Brazil, with the drafting and negotiation of complex lease agreements for several “Triple A” buildings in São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Belo Horizonte

Structuring of financing and real estate guarantees

Advisory services to a large company on the creation of real estate guarantees for financing with the BNDES, in a transaction valued at R$ 1.5 billion

Acquisition of a real estate fund

Advisory services to an investment bank on the purchase of 100% of the quotas of an investment fund holding a “Triple A” commercial building in São Paulo, with a value of approximately R$ 1.2 billion

Financial exchange of land for a shopping center

Advisory services to a large company in the shopping center sector on the sale of a local plot of land in São Paulo, in a financial exchange transaction valued at R$ 30 million

Acquisition of property for a luxury hotel development

Advisory services to a high-end hospitality group on the acquisition of a property in Rio de Janeiro for the development of a luxury hotel

Establishment of a usufruct with a focus on sustainability

Representation of a client in the formalization of a usufruct over a rural property, meeting regulatory requirements for carbon credit certification and highlighting sustainable practices

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