At Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados, the established real estate group takes an interdisciplinary approach, by coordinating with the firm's project finance, regulatory and tax teams, to advise on commercial, industrial and residential developments. The firm demonstrates skill in advising on urban planning and architecture, in addition to general matters such as the study of titles, acquisitions of property rights, securing zoning permissions and complying with municipal regulations. The practice is co-led by the experienced Carlos Carpio, who regularly leads major infrastructure and retail projects, and Hugo Silva, who specialises in construction matters. Senior associate Hugo Sarria advises corporations on the development of mining and energy projects, while associate Soleil Castro often defends private interests in sanctioning administrative procedures.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘This firm's real estate legal practice is distinguished by its comprehensive and specialised approach to all facets of the real estate sector. They stand out for their ability to adapt to specific client needs and offer customised solutions, backed by their reputation in the market and a proven track record of success in resolving complex cases. In addition, they have implemented various initiatives to improve the efficiency and quality of their services, including the adoption of innovative technologies and continuous training programmes. This allows them to offer a competitive and cutting-edge service compared to other firms.'

  • ‘Coupled with a solid knowledge of law, I describe this as a firm committed to the interests of its client.'

  • 'Their commitment makes them stand out from the rest. I recommend Carlos Carpio and Hugo Sarria.'

  • ‘It is a solid, committed team that knows how to listen to the client's needs. They appropriately use the other areas of the firm to provide a complete and quality service.'

  • ‘It is a firm focused on excellence.'

  • ‘Organisation, dedication and commitment.'

  • ‘I have appreciated that the team at Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano is very cohesive, with lawyers of very high intellectual and human capacity but also stratified by age, which makes their practice unique. During the sessions they have dedicated to us we have seen that they work accompanied by the most modern technological programmes, which - in our case - has allowed them to work in a timely and very reliable manner.'

  • ‘Its lawyers have exceptional drive and argumentative solvency, which is based on an extremely high knowledge of their subject.'

Key clients

  • Compañía Minera Zafranal
  • Cencosud Retail Perú
  • CBC Peruana
  • Solgas
  • Compañía Peruana de Radiodifusión
  • Marina City Center
  • Southern Peru Copper Corporation Sucursal del Perú
  • Playa Grande
  • Inmobiliaria Vistamar
  • Fundación de Arte Contemporáneo
  • Desarrolladora del Pacífico
  • Inversiones La Maddalena
  • Universidad de Lima
  • Maersk Logistics & Services
  • Grupo Arama
  • SM Residencial
  • Inmobiliaria Quadrato
  • Statkraft Peru

Work highlights

  • Advised CBC Peruana on designing the strategy and conducting several procedures for the regularisation of certain property rights and buildings.
  • Advised Compañía Peruana de Radiodifusión on a construction contract for the expansion and remodeling of its press centre, which involves a constructed area of 16,697m2.
  • Advised Inmobiliaria Vistamar, which is currently developing a hotal complex in Miraflores, on several administrative procedures before the Public Registry.

Lawyers

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Practice head

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Carlos Carpio, Hugo Silva