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

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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

  • 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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Notable Practitioners

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Jackie Newstead
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Senior Statespeople

Jackie Newstead has vast experience handling sizeable investment transactions, residential developments and hotel-related work. Her client base includes investors and property companies as well as hoteliers and retailers.

Jackie is always available to discuss ad hoc queries and helps provide a useful guide on how to approach negotiations.

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Daniel Norris
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Band 3

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.

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Dion Panambalana
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Band 4

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.

Dion is the best lawyer I have ever had the pleasure of working with.

Dion is personable and responsive.

Michael James
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Michael James
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Band 4

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.

Michael is a master of his trade. He is very commercially focused and able to manage the most complex of transactions.

Michael is approachable and extremely commercial.

Michael is a fantastic lawyer.

Michael is our go-to guy for hotel investment. He is a really hard-working, efficient, practical adviser.

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Nicholas Roberts
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Band 6

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.

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.

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Real Estate: £150 million and above

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Jackie Newstead
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Senior Statespeople
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Daniel Norris
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Band 3
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Dion Panambalana
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Band 4
Michael James
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Michael James
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Band 4
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Nicholas Roberts
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Band 6