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Matheson LLP

Real Estate

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Matheson LLP

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Matheson's Real Estate team is one of the leading real estate legal practices in Ireland.

We consistently act on the most significant, high profile and sophisticated property transactions in the Irish market. Our clients include developers, multinational IT product and service corporations, institutional investors, private equity funds, domestic and international banks, alternative lenders, global pharmaceutical companies and insurance companies. We are committed to always delivering “best in class” service to our clients and we have the people and resources to achieve this.

Our team’s role in the most complex Irish real estate transactions often requires input from specialists across Matheson. We have real estate specialists within our Tax, Corporate, Asset Management, Finance, Energy, Infrastructure, Construction and Litigation Groups in order to deliver tailor made and practical solutions for our clients.

Our Services

  • Landlord / Tenant Representation and Asset Management
  • Single Asset and Portfolio Acquisitions and Disposals
  • Single Asset and Mixed Use Development
  • Real Estate Finance and Securitisation
  • Restructuring
  • Corporate Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Real Estate Tax

Our Sector Focus Areas

  • Office
  • Industrial and Logistics
  • Flexible Space
  • Retail
  • Hotel & Leisure
  • Life Sciences
  • Healthcare
  • Data Centres
  • Private Rented Sector (PRS)
  • Student Accommodation
  • Operational Real Estate
  • Energy, Infrastructure and Construction
  • ESG

Chambers Review

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Real Estate - Ireland

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Matheson has an impressive real estate offering with an enviable client base of international companies and leading financial institutions. The law firm's strong real estate finance practice represents banks and alternative lenders in significant transactions. The legal team advises on the tenant side of high-value lease agreements. Matheson also often acts for clients on construction and development projects relating to residential and office spaces.

Work Highlights

Provided by Chambers

  • Matheson assisted Goldman Sachs on the EUR575 million sale of Blanchardstown Centre to Strategic Value Partners.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • The team is always attentive to the client's needs and responsive to requests.

    Real Estate respondentEurope
  • The team at Matheson is very attentive of its clients and appreciates the commercial aspect of what they are trying to achieve.

    Real Estate respondentEurope
  • The Matheson team has very impressive knowledge of the sector and quality of service.

    Real Estate respondentEurope
  • Matheson understands client needs and provides tailored and practical advice.

    Real Estate respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

Provided by Chambers

  • Band 1Sally Anne Stone
    Band 1Sally Anne Stone

    Sally Anne Stone

    Sally Anne Stone advises on lease agreements, and also acts for developers on forward sales and the sale of completed developments.
    • Sally Anne is hugely experienced and knowledgeable in real estate. She provides focused, no-nonsense advice, implementable legal strategy and is focused on getting solutions that are deliverable.

      Real Estate respondentEurope
    • Sally Anne provides an exceptional service to clients and always impresses in any interaction we have.

      Real Estate respondentEurope
    • Sally Anne is a really impressive lawyer and thrives on complex and difficult negotiations.

      Real Estate respondentEurope
    • Sally Anne brings a calm but energetic approach to every aspect of a real estate transaction.

      Real Estate respondentEurope
  • Band 3Brian Doran
    Band 3Brian Doran

    Brian Doran

    Brian Doran regularly advises on real estate acquisitions and sales, with further ability to advise on redevelopment projects. His clients include corporate buyers and project developers.
    • Brian has the real estate experience, commercial acumen and technical skills to make him a reliable choice for real estate deals.

      Real Estate respondentEurope
    • He is always looking to assist all of his clients to the best of his ability.

      Real Estate respondentEurope
  • Band 4Leonie Dunne
    Band 4Leonie Dunne

    Leonie Dunne

    Leonie Dunne handles a range of real estate transactions, including financing of residential developments and portfolios.
    • She's approachable, accessible and good at keeping clients up to date.

      Real Estate respondentEurope

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