Baker McKenzie’s real estate team is noted for its transactional strength across healthcare, retail, hotels and office assets, advising international funds, banks and developers on acquisitions, development and construction matters. Co-head Guillermo Rodrigo focuses on complex asset and portfolio deals, real estate finance and SOCIMI structures. Fellow co-head José Antonio Pérez, who joined the firm in January 2025, brings deep sector knowledge across hospitality, retail and healthcare. Paloma Alcón is another name to note for real estate acquisitions, sales and leases, with a focus on offices, retail, logistics, industrial and residential properties.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Regarding the people, the lawyers who manage the real estate and construction team stand out for their proactive approach, technical knowledge, and negotiation skills. Guillermo Rodrigo is notable for his leadership and technical expertise, while Paloma Alcón brings a valuable business perspective.’
- ‘Partner José Antonio Pérez has decades of experience advising numerous players in the logistics real estate sector, including 3PLs, developers, investors, and construction companies. Always with the utmost trust and professionalism. Excellent at explaining transactions to clients, even those from other countries, languages, and cultures. Fluent in English and French.’
- ‘Guillermo Rodrigo is exceptional. He quickly identifies problems and finds common ground for all parties. He has a conciliatory and pragmatic tone. He's a deal maker!’
- ‘I am extremely pleased to highlight the excellence of the team, especially the friendly, professional, and always available service of Paloma Alcón and Guillermo Rodrigo, whose dedication makes all the difference. In-house counsel should know that the team combines in-depth technical knowledge with an exceptional ability to anticipate client needs. They compare very favorably with other firms, standing out for their human-centred and decisive approach.'
- ‘What sets the lawyers at this firm apart is their personal commitment, approachability, and strategic vision, qualities that are not always found together. Guillermo Rodrigo and Paloma Alcón stand out not only for their technical brilliance but also for their ability to build trust, anticipate challenges, and offer clear and tailored solutions.'
- ‘My assessment of the real estate team we work with, led by Guillermo Rodrigo, is very positive, based on the following strengths: accessibility, availability, seniority, speed, and good integration and collaboration with the internal teams, both legal and business. Additionally, I believe it is a firm that has embraced diversity well.’
Key clients
- Abercrombie
- Accord
- AEW
- Aina Hospitality
- AL SHARQIA UNITED GENERAL TRADING - SOLE PROPRIETORSHIP L.L.C.
- Alantra Real Estate Debt
- Almirall
- Banca March, S.A.
- Banco Santander
- Bankia
- Beazley
- Belmond
Work highlights
Advised Logistriel, the development arm of ID Logistics, in the sale of a 30,000 sqm fully let logistics building in landmark industrial site in Burgos to an Israeli based equity fund.
Advised Valfondo on the creation of a joint venture vehicle with Ares for the development of a European portfolio of logistics assets.
Advised Panattoni on the purchase of a specific plot of land in Antequera and development of a logistics centre for Leroy Merlin on a build-to-suit basis.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
José Antonio Pérez
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Guillermo Rodrigo; José Antonio Pérez
Other key lawyers
Jorge Adell; Paloma Alcón