Noted for its ‘deep knowledge of the urban planning regulations’, Garrigues’ real estate practice is sought after by domestic and multinational companies and funds for its robust administrative law expertise. The group is primarily focused on regulatory matters — including planning and zoning issues — as well as land acquisition and management, while it also houses a thriving contentious offering. Principal associate Melissa Castro fronts the group and brings experience in urban and real estate law, administrative law and dispute resolution. Senior associate Carolina Pérez Forero is also well versed in real estate and administrative law matters.
Testimonials
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‘The team stands out for the permanent collaboration of its partners, and their work teams, and its up-to-date knowledge on regulatory issues, doctrine and jurisprudence.’
- ‘The team possesses extensive experience in the field of real estate and boasts multiple lawyers with broad experience in the field. The team is skilled in strategy and commercial law.’
Key clients
- Skandia Fiduciaria
- Coorserpark
Work highlights
- Advised Agroindustrias Villa Claudia on a constitutional claim seeking protection of constitutional rights against a restitution ruling of a plot.
- Advised Caja de Compensación Familiar (Cafam) on the formulation of the first multi-development project of diverse uses derived from a partial plan as an instrument of urban management.