Arthur Cox, Real Estate | Chambers Europe Profile

About

Provided by Arthur Cox

Our Real Estate Group is widely acknowledged as the leading all-Ireland practice on property law. Our comprehensive range of services has ensured that we continue to advise on the largest and most innovative real estate transactions in Ireland, including acquisitions, disposals, leasing, development and funding.

As the largest real estate team in Ireland, combined with our in-depth industry knowledge, we have a significant competitive advantage that enables us to service the diverse requirements of our broad client base. Our Real Estate Group includes the leading commercial property team in Northern Ireland and this strength in both jurisdictions enables Arthur Cox to advise on cross-border real estate transactions.

Our Real Estate Group is closely linked to the specialist expertise provided by our Tax, Finance and Corporate teams, expertise that is often integral to the structuring of major real estate transactions. We also work closely with our Litigation team on all types of property and landlord and tenant disputes.

Chambers Review

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Real Estate - Ireland

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Arthur Cox offers a stellar practice frequently handling the acquisition, development and disposal of high-value commercial real estate, including in transactions structured as forward sales. The law firm boasts additional prowess in lease negotiations and agreements. The legal team has an enviable client base consisting of blue-chip financial institutions, funds, developers, corporates and receivers.

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Work Highlights

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Arthur Cox represented Ronan Group Real Estate in the acquisition of the European headquarters of Citi Group at 1 North Wall Quay.

Strengths

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"The Arthur Cox real estate team are incredibly experienced and have expert knowledge to deal with the most complex legal matters."

Real Estate respondent
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"The team see problems before they arise and come up with solutions that fit the clients strategies."

Real Estate respondent
Europe

"Whenever we have issues they are super effective and timely in dealing with them."

Real Estate respondent
Europe

"The Arthur Cox real estate team are incredibly experienced and have expert knowledge to deal with the most complex legal matters."

Real Estate respondent
Europe

"The team see problems before they arise and come up with solutions that fit the clients strategies."

Real Estate respondent
Europe

"Whenever we have issues they are super effective and timely in dealing with them."

Real Estate respondent
Europe

Notable Practitioners

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Deirdre Barrett

Band 1

Deirdre Barrett is a leading lawyer with a broad practice that includes advice on the sale and acquisition of large real estate portfolios, as well as the negotiation of complex lease and development agreements.

"Deirdre Barrett is brilliant: she is very responsive and gives great advice which is always very thought through."

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Kenneth Egan

Head of Real Estate

Band 2

Kenneth Egan is a notable presence in the market with particular activity on sale transactions and real estate finance, including assisting with investments and development.

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Simon Hannigan

Band 2

Simon Hannigan regularly advises on the lease and purchase of a range real estate assets, including portfolios. He offers experience assisting clients with the Irish aspects of substantial cross-border transactions.

"Simon Hannigan is an exceptionally talented lawyer who has incredible commercial awareness and industry knowledge."

"He is extremely knowledgeable on both the legal and commercial sides and delivers pragmatic advice."

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