Real Estate - Australia
What the Team is Known For
Clayton Utz is highly regarded and sought after by corporations and government bodies. It has extensive experience handling complex property matters, including structuring acquisitions, disposals and investments, and portfolio management, for major developers, funds and Asian inbound investors. Its real estate team maintains an extensive practice in retail, commercial and residential developments as well as large-scale urban renewal projects. The team is experienced in advising on affordable and social housing developments for government entities.
Strengths
"The team understands the key commercial considerations and has the ability to negotiate clearly to achieve our required commercial outcomes whilst managing the legal risks."
"The firm has been responsive to our requests and has always dealt with our concerns in a timely manner including in delivering on ad-hoc and tight timeframes as requested."
Work Highlights
Clayton Utz advised Sydney Metro on numerous aspects of the Sydney Metro West line, including the acquisition and development strategies for land on which the line is being constructed.
Notable Practitioners
Julie Levis is an experienced practitioner who is highly regarded in the market and noted for her ability to advise on urban renewal projects. "Julie Levis is very smart and practical."
Nikki Robinson is a leading figure in the real estate market, frequently assisting public sector clients on transactional matters relating to major developments. "A top performer."
Andrew Steele acts for clients in both the public and private sectors, whom he advises on property acquisitions and sales, as well as developments, and has substantial experience working on matters in the leisure and healthcare sectors. "A fantastic operator with a very strong worth ethic, sharp legal mind and ability to get complex transactions across the line."
David Wilkie is an established practitioner who frequently acts for clients on the acquisition of developments in the residential, business and industrial areas.
Alison Kennedy is known for her work on land acquisition matters for infrastructure projects as well as residential developments. "Alison always provides great advice."
Carrie Rogers is recognised as an esteemed practitioner in the real estate market. She assists clients with the acquisition of office buildings and business sites.
