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Hogan Lovells Cadwalader

Real Estate: £150 million and above

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Hogan Lovells Cadwalader

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Real Estate: £150 million and above - London (Firms)

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Hogan Lovells has a notable real estate investment practice that acts for a number of private equity houses, major UK institutions and sovereign wealth funds on some of the largest deals in the market. The team offers considerable strength in the handling of significant investments and developments in both the residential and commercial real estate spaces, and also demonstrates skill in assisting clients with the formation and dissolution of real estate joint ventures. The group has further expertise in complex commercial leasing transactions, including big-ticket pre-lets and headquarters relocations.

Work Highlights

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  • Hogan Lovells advised Berkeley Homes on its joint venture with Peabody to redevelop 17 acres of industrial land in Thamesmead delivering residential, industrial and open space.

Strengths

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  • Hogan Lovells have depth of experience across multiple sectors within the team.

    Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK
  • I cannot recommend Hogan Lovells enough. You're instantly at ease with them. They are exceptional.

    Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK
  • The team at Hogan Lovells are very responsive and helpful.

    Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK
  • Hogan Lovells have been amazing. We just completed a very difficult transaction and they went above and beyond to make sure we were ready. I can't speak highly enough of them.

    Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Daniel Norris
    Band 3Daniel Norris

    Daniel Norris

    Daniel Norris has considerable experience advising on transactions concerning a wide range of property asset classes, including student accommodation, sports stadiums and care homes, for an impressive roster of domestic and overseas clients.

    • Daniel is a good lawyer.

      Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK
  • Band 4Dion Panambalana
    Band 4Dion Panambalana

    Dion Panambalana

    Dion Panambalana is particularly active in advising on mixed-use development and urban regeneration schemes, as well as handling significant office lettings for high-profile corporate occupiers. He also has particular interest in wider policy issues relating to landlord and tenant law.

    • Dion is very good.

      Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK
    • Dion is the best lawyer I have ever had the pleasure of working with.

      Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK
    • Dion is personable and responsive.

      Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK
  • Band 4Michael James
    Band 4Michael James

    Michael James

    Michael James of Paul Hastings focuses on the corporate side of commercial real estate, advising on acquisitions, disposals and joint venture agreements, particularly in the hotel industry. He has notable experience handling cross-border deals.

    • Michael is super sharp, very smart and solutions-oriented. He is balanced, commercial and quick at responding.

      Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK
    • Michael is a master of his trade. He is very commercially focused and able to manage the most complex of transactions.

      Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK
    • Michael is approachable and extremely commercial.

      Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK
    • Michael is a fantastic lawyer.

      Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK
    • Michael is our go-to guy for hotel investment. He is a really hard-working, efficient, practical adviser.

      Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK
  • Band 6Nicholas Roberts
    Band 6Nicholas Roberts

    Nicholas Roberts

    Nicholas Roberts is lauded by clients for his mixed-use development work and his investment knowledge regarding offshore energy assets.

    • Nick always impresses. He is one of the best in the market.

      Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK
    • I've been so impressed with Nick for his very strong technical expertise and his ability to present things in a way that mutually benefits both parties. He's incredibly personable.

      Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK

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