Real estate investments and development projects represent significant undertakings, often involving complex legal, tax, and economic considerations. We provide comprehensive and practical counsel across all facets of real estate law, guiding investors, developers, and occupiers through each stage of their property ventures.
Our expertise covers the full lifecycle of real estate matters:
- Real Estate Transactions:
- Advising on and managing the acquisition and disposal of real estate assets and property-holding companies (share deals).
- Conducting thorough legal and tax due diligence for both buyers and sellers.
- Drafting and negotiating letters of intent (LOIs), purchase and sale agreements, and managing all aspects of closing and post-transaction integration.
- Project Development & Construction Law:
- Providing legal support for commercial and residential real estate development projects, from initial land acquisition and securing property rights through to completion.
- Advising on public construction law, zoning, and planning regulations, and assisting with obtaining necessary permits and authorizations.
- Drafting and reviewing construction contracts, architectural agreements, and other project-related contracts.
- Advising on environmental law aspects relevant to development projects.
- Commercial Tenancy & Leasing:
- Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing commercial lease agreements for both landlords and tenants across various property types (e.g., retail, office, industrial).
- Advising on ongoing lease management, including amendments, expansions, and end-of-term negotiations.
- Providing strategic counsel in lease-related crisis situations, such as tenant insolvency.
- Real Estate Asset Management:
- Advising on the structuring of real estate investments to align with client objectives.
- Drafting and negotiating asset management agreements, facility management contracts, and property management service agreements.
- Providing strategic advice for optimizing the management and administration of property portfolios.
- Real Estate Financing:
- Advising on various real estate financing structures, including traditional bank financing, shareholder loans, and co-investment agreements.
- Assisting with the drafting and negotiation of loan agreements and security documentation.
- Real Estate Funds & Investment Structures:
- Advising on the structuring of real estate investment funds and other investment vehicles, considering the specific legal and tax frameworks of relevant jurisdictions.
- Dispute Resolution in Real Estate:
- Representing clients in judicial and extrajudicial proceedings related to real estate disputes, including lease disagreements, construction claims, and property right conflicts.
- Advising on arbitration and mediation as alternative dispute resolution methods.
Our approach is to combine in-depth legal knowledge with a practical understanding of the real estate market, delivering tailored solutions that support your strategic objectives and protect your investments.