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DLA Piper LLP

Real Estate (International Firms)

Greater China Region Guide 2026 : China

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DLA Piper LLP

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Real Estate (International Firms) - China

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper LLP's prominent real estate practice offers strong cross-border capabilities with significant expertise in assisting local clients with international real estate investments. The law firm handles a wide range of property transactions, including acquisitions, development, sales and disposals, leasing, financing and conveyancing. It possesses extensive experience in the office, retail, logistics, leisure and hospitality sectors, especially handling joint venture agreements. It collaborates with the firm's international offices to provide seamless global coverage in the firm's handling of outbound investments. DLA Piper offers extensive experience advising fund managers on a wide array of real estate investments.

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Work Highlights

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  • DLA Piper advised JD Property on its acquisition of LiFung Centre.

Strengths

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  • DLA Piper stands out for its responsiveness, efficiency and reliability, consistently delivering high quality work under tight timelines.

    Real Estate (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region

  • The team's deep understanding of real estate transaction market practice in Hong Kong, swift responsiveness to our inquiries, and solution-oriented approach are all the strengths DLA team possess.

    Real Estate (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region

  • DLA Piper has a deep understanding of the industry and know client's needs and concerns. The team can always identify potential risks to client and suggest workable solutions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Susheela Rivers
    Susheela Rivers

    Susheela Rivers

    Susheela Rivers leads the real estate department in the Asia-Pacific region and enjoys a diverse real estate practice, handling a wide array of M&A transactions, as well as leases and developments. She has in-depth knowledge of the hospitality and leisure spheres.

    • Susheela is very reliable and can handle client's needs and concerns efficiently.

      Real Estate (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region

    • Susheela’s tenacity, resilience, and ability to command an audience, backed by her deep subject matter expertise and experience, make her an invaluable resource at the negotiating table.

      Real Estate (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region

    • Susheela stands out for her responsiveness, deep understanding of the real estate sector, and her ability to align legal strategy with our commercial objectives.

      Real Estate (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region
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  • Kenneth Lee
    Kenneth Lee

    Kenneth Lee

    Kenneth Lee is an of counsel at DLA Piper. He has notable expertise assisting private equity houses and asset management firms on acquisition, financing, disposal and joint venture deals.

    • Kenneth Lee stands out for his technical precision and ability to navigate nuanced regulatory frameworks, especially in cross-border contexts.

      Real Estate (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region

    • Kenneth is very forthcoming and client-focused. He is incredibly detailed and knowledgeable across the industry.

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