Real Estate - New Zealand
What the Team is Known For
Buddle Findlay has a full-service nationwide practice offering a seasoned team of real estate practitioners with in-depth knowledge of complex property acquisitions and high-value leasing negotiations across an impressive range of sectors. The combined property and construction team is well integrated with the banking and corporate practice groups. The firm acts for overseas investors, advising on sales and purchases in Auckland and Wellington, as well as for domestic clients from both the public and private sectors.
Strengths
"The theme when working with Buddle Findlay is pragmatism. They're also very responsive and you can pick up the phone at any time."
"Buddle Findlay are our go-to firm for unusual and complex matters."
Work Highlights
Buddle Findlay acted for Tauranga City Council in the establishment of a structure in which civic precinct land is to be transferred to a co-ownership structure, comprised of the council and mana whenua, the right of the indigenous Māori people of the land, and leased back to the council to carry out the development.
Notable Practitioners
Daniel Kelleher acts for a varied clientele, including public and government bodies, corporates and developers. He is a partner in Buddle Findlay's Auckland office where he advises on property developments, urban renewal projects and capital transactions.
Charlotte von Dadelszen is co-head of the firm's real estate practice and is based in Wellington. She advises government and corporate clients on a wide range matters, including land development, leasing and Public Works Act transactions. "Charlotte von Dadelszen is a consummate professional who has a lot of experience and is great to work with." "Charlotte is very commercially astute and has a great range of knowledge on Crown property issues."
Paula Ormandy advises clients on large development projects and offers particular expertise in build to rent.
