The real estate team at Garrigues, based between Mexico City, Querétaro and Monterrey, supports clients across the retail, industrial, commercial and residential sectors through the full lifecycle of real estate projects. Drawing on strong transactional, regulatory and financing capabilities, the practice advises manufacturers, logistics platforms, developers and retail brands on market entry, expansion and operational optimisation, including development, construction and build-to-suit projects, leasing programmes and portfolio transactions. The team also assists with the structuring of investment vehicles for developers and provides regulatory support on matters such as land use, zoning and urban development compliance. Leadership of the group is shared between Monterrey-based Rafael Villamar (who handles real estate and infrastructure transactions) and Querétaro-based Diego Gómez Haro. Principal associates Alfredo Villarreal Hansmann and José Miguel Ortiz, of the Monterrey and Querétaro offices, respectively, are additional key contacts for real estate work.
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- They complement each other and communicate very well. They always work in pairs or teams, and respond well and promptly. They are consistent and congruent.
- Experience and knowledge. Bilingual communication skills in Spanish and English.
- The RE team is made up of highly capable lawyers who make the process much easier. There's always someone available to address pending matters and find solutions.
Key clients
- Franke Management
- Cloud HQ
- Hengst
- John Crane
- Giorgio Armani
- Triple M Metal
Work highlights
Advised Franke Foodservice Systems on the establishment of a 31,000 m² manufacturing hub in San Luis Potosí.
Advised CloudHQ on the design of a joint investment project with the local state government.
Advised Hengst on its market entry.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Rafael Villamar; Diego Gómez-Haro