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Maddocks

Real Estate

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Australia


Maddocks

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About

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At Maddocks, we have built deep expertise and insight based on years of advising public and private sector clients on all aspects of a property transaction or development project.

We advise on real estate issues from start to finish - from purchasing and developing land to planning issues, financing and, if needed, solving disputes.

We work extensively with government clients, corporate tenants and property advisors, corporate property owners and developers to define what they’re wanting to achieve with a property transaction or project and set a strategy to achieve it.

Our experience shines at the intersection between the law and business acumen, with our deep knowledge of the market and the associated regulatory challenges, to create a full property law service. Through supporting commercial, construction, tax, finance and planning expertise, we anticipate and manage any potential risks.

Our lawyers are acutely aware of the need to balance a financial return of a government organisation’s portfolio with appropriate probity and public interest safeguards. With our corporate clients, where property may not be a core business function but a critical enabler of business, we’re equipped with the insight to help achieve bigger business goals.

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Real Estate - Australia

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Maddocks offers a comprehensive service to a range of public and private sector clients, including foreign investors and major local developers. The firm is especially well regarded for its experience advising government entities on social housing, infrastructure and urban renewal projects. Its real estate team regularly handles residential, commercial and industrial developments in New South Wales and Victoria, as well as operating on matters in Canberra and more broadly in Australia. It possesses a strong practice advising Asian investors on Australian property transactions.

Work Highlights

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  • Maddocks acted for Early Light International in its sale of the Sydney Stock Exchange building for AUD250 million, conducted via an international expressions of interest campaign.

Strengths

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  • The Maddocks real estate team provides timely, considered advice and has in-depth experience.

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  • The firm provides excellent service and is able to listen and understand new and complex problems.

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  • The team is able to problem-solve complex matters and simplify them for ease of explanation.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Nick Holuigue
    Band 3Nick Holuigue

    Nick Holuigue

    Nick Holuigue is reputed for his experience in handling complex property acquisitions and leasings in relation to large residential, retail, commercial and mixed-use properties. He also assists clients on development projects.

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