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Dentons

Real Estate Finance

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Dentons

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About

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Our real estate finance team is experienced in the full range of financial real estate matters, from single asset or portfolio investment transactions to acquisition or development finance projects. We provide an integrated practice covering all aspects of bilateral and syndicated real estate lending, acting for banks, financial institutions and corporate borrowers in relation to both investment and development facilities and acting for private banks and private wealth teams lending to high net worth individuals and family trusts in respect of a diverse range of financings. We have particular experience advising on cross-border European financings. 

Clients (11)

  • DBS Bank
  • Metro Bank
  • Chenavari Investment Managers
  • Ho Be Land
  • Aprirose
  • McArthurGlen
  • Harrison Street Real Estate Capital
  • United Overseas Bank
  • OCBC
  • Raven Property Group
  • Cheyne Capital

Chambers Review

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Real Estate Finance - UK-wide

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Dentons has a versatile team that prides itself on its ability to handle major European financings, as well as on properties located in the UK. The firm undertakes numerous bilateral and syndicated lending projects on behalf of banks, corporate borrowers and financial institutions. The team advises on the financing aspects of a range of real estate transactions, from high-profile trophy assets to retail and hospitality portfolios. It draws on strengths in corporate and construction law, among other areas, to provide a full service to clients.

Work Highlights

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  • Dentons acted for Fiera on the £77.35 million term facility agreement to Tribe Ilderton Road and Old Kent Road to refinance two newly developed student accommodation assets in London.

Strengths

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  • Dentons are extremely commercial in their approach, ensuring their advice considers the wider implications. They are also extremely responsive.

    Real Estate Finance respondentUK
  • The team at Dentons are easy to use, practical, pragmatic and knowledgeable.

    Real Estate Finance respondentUK
  • I have been very impressed and comforted by the service levels that have been provided by the team.

    Real Estate Finance respondentUK
  • Given the enormous aggregate of experience and strength in depth, the Dentons team is extremely well placed to handle all manner of transactions.

    Real Estate Finance respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Simon Tweedle
    Band 4Simon Tweedle

    Simon Tweedle

    Simon Tweedle acts for both lenders and borrowers on complex real estate financing transactions. He provides experience across asset classes, including residential, logistics and student accommodation.

    • I am really impressed by the service provided by Simon. He is very responsive and always provides helpful advice.

      Real Estate Finance respondentUK

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