Department profile
Gallegos, Valarezo & Neira

Real Estate

Latin America Guide 2026 : Ecuador


Gallegos, Valarezo & Neira

Rankings

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Real Estate - Ecuador

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Gallegos, Valarezo & Neira is a dynamic firm with a notable real estate department dedicated to advising local and foreign investors on the development and construction of real estate and urban development projects for all market sectors. The legal team offers expertise in assisting clients with urban planning and zoning matters, as well as ownership title regularisation, property holding structures, and the negotiation of sale and purchase agreements. Gallegos, Valarezo & Neira is also well placed to negotiate concessions and leasing mandates.

Work Highlights

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  • Gallegos, Valarezo & Neira assisted Jorge & Bernardo Hidalgo - Real Estate Developers with the ownership and administration aspects of the Induchaupi Warehouse Industrial Park. The matter was quoted at USD10 million.

Strengths

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  • Gallegos, Valarezo & Neira are distinguished by their objectivity and prompt response. The service provided is optimal, and they are determined to meet the needs of each client.

    Real Estate respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Juan Carlos Gallegos Happle
    Band 2Juan Carlos Gallegos Happle

    Juan Carlos Gallegos Happle

    Partner and co-head of department Juan Carlos Gallegos Happle remains sought after for his ability to handle real estate assets and investment mandates in Ecuador.
    • Juan Carlos Gallegos Happle always takes responsibility for his work. I am very satisfied with his attention and service, and I can recommend him with confidence.

      Real Estate respondentLatin America
  • Associates to watchMaría Edith Játiva Cadena
    Associates to watchMaría Edith Játiva Cadena

    María Edith Játiva Cadena

    María Edith Játiva Cadena continues to receive significant endorsement from clients for her activity in the real estate sphere in Ecuador. She notably assists builders and real estate developers, among others.

    • María Edith Játiva's participation in my projects adds value to my work and facilitates it. She also is willing to explain the legal aspects in a simple and informative way.

      Real Estate respondentLatin America

Ranked Individuals at Gallegos, Valarezo & Neira (2)

Ecuador

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