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Provided by Ashurst
Our dedicated property team undertake the full gamut of real estate work including, acquisitions and divestments, developments, major infrastructure projects, financing, leasing, and corporate real estate investment.
We have deep experience transacting in both traditional and alternative assets classes, with specialist expertise advising in the hotels and leisure, government, logistics, transport, retail, resources and real estate fund industries. With our direct exposure to these sectors, we have advised on many of the most significant projects across Australia. We have a comprehensive understanding of the key drivers in each sector, which we leverage to ensure the optimal outcome for our clients.
Our team is truly national in scope; with senior members based out of our Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney offices. We are also a fully entrenched part of Ashurst's global network and well-known across the Asia Pacific region. We regularly advise international companies on their activities in Australia and many of our matters are complex, cross-border transactions involving multiple parties, time frames and jurisdictions . This sets us apart from many of the major domestic practices in Australia.
Chambers Review
Ashurst handles the full range of real estate work, operating on disposals, acquisitions and developments in the hotels, tourism and infrastructure sectors. The firm assists a diverse portfolio of clients, frequently acting for the Commonwealth and state governments in addition to offshore trusts and investment funds. Its team demonstrates the ability to advise on large urban redevelopment matters.
Work Highlights
- Ashurst acted for PAG Asia Capital on its acquisition of KKR's controlling interest in Australian Venue Holdings.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Ashurst has been outstanding with respect to its level of services and responsiveness."
"Ashurst has a great and diverse team of individuals that work with you, almost as though they are part of your own business, to achieve the best and most commercially practical outcomes."
"Ashurst can see risk and I think that it is very aware of controlling risk through the documentation that is prepared."
"Ashurst has been outstanding with respect to its level of services and responsiveness."
"Ashurst has a great and diverse team of individuals that work with you, almost as though they are part of your own business, to achieve the best and most commercially practical outcomes."
"Ashurst can see risk and I think that it is very aware of controlling risk through the documentation that is prepared."
Notable Practitioners
Pauline Tan heads the practice from the firm's office in Sydney and frequently acts for REITs and property groups in relation to acquisitions and disposals.
"Pauline Tan is absolutely exceptional, very easy to deal with, commercial and practical."
Jason Cornwall-Jones is well respected for his practice acting for developers and property and investment groups on acquisitions, sales and developments.
"Jason is someone people really warm to, he makes you feel so confident in his service delivery and knowledge."
John Stawyskyj has a prominent track record assisting clients on joint ventures, property investments, leasings and developments.
"John is an exceptional professional who understands the client needs and is able to navigate complex and sensitive situations with ease."
Tim Mathers assists clients on property acquisitions and disposals as well as development and leasing matters.
"Tim Mathers is a consummate professional who delivers a high level of client service, and is a true ambassador for Ashurst."