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DLA Piper LLP

Hotels & Leisure

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DLA Piper LLP

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Hotels & Leisure - UK-wide

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper houses a team that is experienced in the sale and acquisition of high-value hotel and leisure portfolios, often involving multiple cross-jurisdictional issues. It is also adept at advising on issues regarding developments, including financing and asset and contract management.

Work Highlights

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  • DLA Piper advised Blackstone Real Estate on its acquisition of Village Hotels from KSL Capital Partners.

Strengths

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  • DLA Piper is extremely responsive.

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  • The team is distinguished by its deep industry expertise working for both global brands and different owner profiles.

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  • DLA is pragmatic and flexible to client approach and needs.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Joanne C Owen
    Band 2Joanne C Owen

    Joanne C Owen

    Joanne Owen is sought out for her expertise in matters relating to hotel and leisure acquisitions and developments. She frequently handles complex transactions with significant cross-border elements.
    • Joanne is very experienced, and clients like her.

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    • Joanne provides wraparound client treatment and pushes very hard for our best interest.

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    • Jo is highly skilled, responsive, and a pleasure to work with. She has a sharp understanding of complex matters and a deep knowledge of the hospitality sector, providing commercially focused advice.

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  • Band 2Matthew Duncombe
    Band 2Matthew Duncombe

    Matthew Duncombe

    Matthew Duncombe co-chairs the firm's hotels and leisure group and frequently advises on a wide range of hotel-related matters, including management agreements, disposals and joint ventures. His broad client base includes operators and investors.
    • Matthew is a strong operator.

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    • Matthew offers excellent commercial awareness and service.

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    • He fosters an excellent working relationship and provides strong commercial advice.

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