Distinguished by its niche focus, Garrigues’ real estate offering is primarily recognised for its expertise in regulatory work, with strong activity in planning and zoning matters. Land acquisition and management is also a strong suit, supporting the firm's formidable projects group in structuring infrastructure development projects. Department head Melissa Castro was promoted to counsel in January 2025 and is recommended for construction and planning law, urban and rural land regulation, and administrative law. Senior associate Carolina Pérez Forero provides capable support.
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Melissa Castro