SALVADOR LAVIÑA
Partner; Real Estate Department Chair
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Partner and chair of the Real Estate Department at Barnes &Thornburg, Sal LaViña has built a standout legal career spanning more than three decades in California’s dynamic real estate market. His involvement in the business and legal aspects of real estate transactions, coupled with a leadership style rooted in collaboration and mentorship, has positioned him as a respected figure across the industry.
At Barnes & Thornburg‚ LaViña leads one of the firm’s fastest-growing practice groups, driving significant expansion over the past three years. He has established a prolific practice representing institutional investors, private equity firms, family offices, developers, public companies, and ultra-high-net-worth individuals on high-value, complex transactions. His involvement in transactions total nearly $15 billion over the last decade.

