DLA Piper LLP, Real Estate | Chambers UK Profile

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Chambers Review

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Real Estate - Yorkshire

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper has a notable practice with international capabilities and a strong track record of handling high-value property transactions. Its areas of expertise include portfolio disposals and acquisitions in the retail and health sectors, asset management and urban regeneration matters. The team is engaged in a number of development projects across the country. It is recognised for its experience working with clients from a range of different industry sectors, including financial services, manufacturing, hospitality and energy.

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Work Highlights

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DLA Piper advised Aviva Capital Partners on its joint venture with build to rent developer and operator Moda Living, including the acquisition of land at Stoneyard, Birmingham.

Strengths

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DLA is particularly impressive in its seamless coordination of international teams, which plays a critical role in managing cross-border legal challenges efficiently.

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DLA Piper is very straightforward to work with, commercial and responsive.

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DLA Piper's responsiveness exemplifies their commitment to providing top-notch client service.

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DLA is particularly impressive in its seamless coordination of international teams, which plays a critical role in managing cross-border legal challenges efficiently.

Real Estate respondent
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DLA Piper is very straightforward to work with, commercial and responsive.

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DLA Piper's responsiveness exemplifies their commitment to providing top-notch client service.

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Notable Practitioners

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Nigel E Howard

Band 3

Nigel Howard is a partner based in the firm's Sheffield office, where he leads the core real estate group. He routinely represents clients in significant property transactions, including leasing and asset management issues. He advises on deals involving an array of assets, including manufacturing, energy, education and residential developments.

Nigel is a very knowledgeable, commercial and approachable lawyer.

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Susan Samuel

Band 3

Partner Susan Samuel is based in the firm's Leeds office. She specialises in handling leasing issues and site acquisitions in the retail and hospitality sectors. She represents a range of clients including developers, investors and significant corporate entities.

She is very calm, responsive and commercially aware. She goes above and beyond.

Her ability to manage expectations and diffuse difficult situations is exceptional. Susan handles complex scenarios with grace, ensuring that all parties are aligned.

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