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Urban Law: Planning, Zoning and Land Use

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Urban Law: Planning, Zoning and Land Use - Brazil

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Aroeira Salles Advogados is recognised for its expertise in complex urban law and infrastructure projects, advising concessionaires, developers and institutional clients on land use, zoning compliance and project structuring. The team is particularly noted for handling high-stakes disputes and multiparty negotiations, including public civil actions and mediation proceedings, often involving urban planning, heritage and regulatory issues.

Work Highlights

  • Aroeira Salles Advogados represented AGA Empreendimentos in public civil proceedings challenging the planning and heritage approval of a real estate project near Serra do Curral, a protected landmark in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, including developing the defence strategy and engaging in mediation to resolve the dispute.

Strengths

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Aroeira Salles Advogados delivers excellent performance, with a skilled and proactive team. They have in-depth knowledge of land use legislation and achieve decisive results in feasibility studies.

Urban Law: Planning, Zoning and Land Use respondent
Brazil

Aroeira Salles Advogados stands out for its ability to interpret complex regulations in a pragmatic way, offering solutions that are both legally sound and operationally viable. Their strategic and preventive approach also helps anticipate risks.

Urban Law: Planning, Zoning and Land Use respondent
Brazil

The team at Aroeira Salles Advogados studies issues in detail and comes up with solutions. They work closely with us to build strategy, interfacing with technical teams and helping align projects with regulatory requirements.

Urban Law: Planning, Zoning and Land Use respondent
Brazil

Notable Practitioners

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Francisco Ferreira
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Francisco Ferreira
3
Band 3

Francisco Ferreira is highly regarded for his expertise in urban and planning law, particularly in complex regulatory and infrastructure matters. He advises public authorities and private clients on significant projects and disputes, combining strategic advisory work with strong contentious capabilities. He is especially noted for his role in large-scale urban and concession projects, where regulatory, political and social considerations converge.

Very attentive and capable, Francisco is an excellent professional with strong business acumen and technical skills.

Francisco Ferreira is very meticulous, calm and composed, with strong technical knowledge.

Francisco stands out for combining deep technical knowledge with a very approachable manner. He shows strong business awareness, understanding the client’s priorities, constraints and deadlines.

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Urban Law: Planning, Zoning and Land Use
Francisco Ferreira
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Francisco Ferreira
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