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A&L Goodbody's Commercial Property team in Belfast is renowned for quality advice and service, market knowledge and unrivalled experience acting on the most significant transactions in Northern Ireland's property market. 

Our team regularly advises domestic and international clients on a full range of matters and on the restructuring of the commercial property market in Northern Ireland. 

The combined all-island team in our Belfast and Dublin offices acts for domestic and international investors, financial institutions, developers, retailers and owners/occupiers across the full range of commercial property transactions including:

  • Investment sales and acquisitions
  • Loan portfolio transfers
  • Development and construction
  • Real Estate finance, tax and regulation
  • Landlord & Tenant matters
  • Environmental & Planning
  • Social housing

Chambers Review

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Real Estate - Northern Ireland

1
Band 1

What the Team is Known For

A&L Goodbody has a notable ability to handle prominent portfolio acquisition transactions, bolstered by strong real estate finance capabilities. It regularly advises on institutional investment deals and corporate real estate matters. The law firm is also noted for its ability to manage assets, including those of significant public sector landowners. It offers particular expertise in the energy and retail sectors. Its clients include developers, corporate occupiers and investors.

Work Highlights

  • A&L Goodbody assisted Asda Stores with a new development agreement for lease and a new lease for construction following a flood-related store closure.

Strengths

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There is a great level of knowledge across the team.

Real Estate respondent
UK

A&L Goodbody's responsiveness is unparalleled, and they meet deadlines with outstanding attention to detail.

Real Estate respondent
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The expertise and experience of the lawyers within the real estate team means they are well equipped to take on challenges and complex matters.

Real Estate respondent
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There are very accessible lawyers, and clear legal advice is received within short timeframes.

Real Estate respondent
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The lawyers are experienced in a broad range of areas across the whole of Ireland.

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Notable Practitioners

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Gregory Martin
3
Gregory Martin
3
Band 3
Gregory Martin acts on a wide range of high-value and complex real estate matters. He has particular expertise in investment transactions and large-scale developments.

Greg is a very capable lawyer. We find him commercially aware and diligent. He has become a valued member of our team in our property transactions, especially when projects become more complex.

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James Pringle
3
James Pringle
3
Band 3
James Pringle is a consultant in the firm's real estate team. He has experience in both development and investment matters concerning a wide range of commercial property types.

James Pringle is a highly impressive commercial property lawyer.

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3
Kevin Murphy
3
Band 3
Kevin Murphy specialises in energy-related real estate work, including investment transactions, financing arrangements and developments. He has additional experience in matters concerning other property types, such as business parks, residential buildings and retail space.

Kevin Murphy provides a great service.

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John Tougher
4
John Tougher
4
Band 4
John Tougher is a partner in the firm's real estate department. His practice spans acquisitions and sales, development and property financing matters, with a notable strength in the energy sector.

He has a natural ability to engage with clients and build rapport to the extent that I trust and value his opinion and advice on all matters.

John Tougher consistently demonstrates expertise in all property matters. His technical knowledge, paired with his client-focused approach, makes him an invaluable asset.

John is a very knowledgeable lawyer. He has excellent communication skills.

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Ranked Lawyers at
A&L Goodbody

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Northern Ireland

Real Estate
Gregory Martin
3
Gregory Martin
3
Band 3
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James Pringle
3
James Pringle
3
Band 3
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3
Kevin Murphy
3
Band 3
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John Tougher
4
John Tougher
4
Band 4
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Members

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Gregory Martin

Niamh Laverty

Richard McLean

Tracey Schofield

Head of Department

Clients

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Castlebrooke Developments Limited

Gardrum Developments Ltd

Gas Network Ireland

LDS Devco Ltd

NewRiver REIT Plc

OH (Office) Developments Limited

Oakland (FRO) Limited

Oakland (Holdings) Limited

UBS Group AG

Wellwood Propco Limited (Lotus Group)

Industries

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Banks

Commercial & Professional Services

Energy

Government

Real Estate

Real Estate Finance

Retail

Utilities