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Real Estate, Urban Planning and Construction Law

Over the past decade, we have participated in a wide range of real estate projects of every type and scale. We understand how to identify and anticipate the risks faced by developers, investors, and construction companies. We are experts in financial, corporate, contractual, and tax structuring of projects; land-use and environmental planning strategies; processing and defense related to urban and environmental permits; consumer protection matters, and more.

Our legal advisory services are comprehensive and cover the entire lifecycle of real estate projects, aligned with new trends, regulatory developments, and the constant changes within this dynamic industry.

Corporate Structuring

We advise on the most suitable corporate vehicle for each project and the optimal corporate structure. We guide the selection of the most appropriate legal vehicle to regulate the relationship between project developers and investors.

Project Financing

We provide support in capital raising and negotiations required to secure project financing, including drafting of collateral and guarantee agreements. We work collaboratively with our Corporate and Tax teams to deliver integrated counsel.

Project Development

We assist clients throughout all stages of real estate development, including construction, urban planning, permitting, and judicial defense, together with a strategic analysis of each project such as financing, acquisition, construction, and subsequent sale.

Real Estate Litigation

We advise clients in disputes related to real property, including ownership conflicts, purchase and sale agreements, leases, easements, expropriations, zoning, and land-use disputes, working to resolve conflicts efficiently and in our clients’ favor.

Construction Law

We advise on selecting the appropriate project delivery model, negotiating and drafting construction contracts, and addressing contractual and labor-related matters connected to the development of projects.

Permits

We manage the full permitting process required for construction projects—from the filing and municipal processing of permits through to final project approval—backed by significant experience with the Real Estate Co-ownership Law and related regulations.

Housing Subsidies

We have extensive experience advising on housing projects developed under government subsidy programs. We support clients in planning and securing permits, financing management, compliance with regulatory requirements, and maximizing available benefits.

Urban Planning & Territorial Compatibility

We advise on land-use regulation and urban development under planning instruments and sector-specific regulations that guide the orderly, sustainable growth of cities and territories. Our services include zoning guidance and development standards applicable to construction and infrastructure.

«Barros, Silva, Varela & Vigil’s team has deep expertise in the real estate industry, an area where issues frequently arise, making their support essential in emergencies».

Client, Chambers and Partnes.

«Barros, Silva, Varela & Vigil not only delivers a complete and timely service, but also offers innovative solutions with a very customer-oriented approach».

Client, Chambers and Partnes.

«José Joaquín Silva has great business vision and legal judgement difficult to find in the industry. His leadership, efficiency and effectiveness in his delivery make him an exceptional and essential lawyer for our company».

Client, Chambers and Partnes.

«Very agile, energetic and extraordinarily well prepared».

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