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Richards, Layton & Finger PA

Real Estate

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Richards, Layton & Finger PA

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Richards, Layton & Finger has decades of experience in Delaware commercial real estate transactions, and the firm’s lawyers have long been key players in the development of Delaware real estate law. Backed by their nuanced understanding of the Delaware market, the lawyers are highly skilled in handling the full range of commercial property transactions—from land acquisition and approvals, through financing and construction, to lease, sale or purchase. “Top tier and the best in the state” (Chambers USA), they have the experience and practical skills to get deals done.

  • The team knows the issues facing developers, real estate funds, tenants, landlords, brokers, lenders and construction companies, including every aspect of acquiring, selling, developing, financing, leasing, managing and restructuring real estate assets.
  • Their working relationships with the key players in real estate transactions help minimize conflicts and maximize opportunities in zoning, approvals and economic development incentives.
  • They are adept at resolving difficult zoning or property tax problems and handling unique development and regulatory issues.
  • Their experience with the region’s largest financial institutions and institutional investors helps them facilitate the financing of even the most challenging development projects.
  • They represent creditors and developers in restructuring troubled real estate projects, and are skilled in lender liability, foreclosures and other workout-related transactions.

Chambers Review

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Real Estate - Delaware

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Richards, Layton & Finger has a market-leading practice for complex financing, leasing and development projects, acting for a broad client base including lenders, buyers, sellers, tenants and conservation organizations. The team is recognized for its strength in representing public sector and governmental clients and also assists secured creditors and developers in restructurings and workouts for troubled real estate portfolios.

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Work Highlights

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  • Richards, Layton & Finger served as lead counsel to MRA Group on the development of a biologics center of excellence for Merck & Co at Chestnut Run Innovation & Science Park in Wilmington.

Strengths

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  • From top to bottom, the Richards, Layton & Finger team is top notch and excels at sophisticated matters.

    Real Estate respondentUSA

  • The attention to detail of all of their attorneys is unmatched.

    Real Estate respondentUSA

  • The team is thorough in its analysis and knowledgeable on a variety of subjects.

    Real Estate respondentUSA

  • The firm is an incredible resource for us and has a great understanding of our industry.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Sara Wagner
    Sara Wagner

    Sara Wagner

    Sara Wagner comes particularly recommended for her strong expertise in financing transactions. Her experience also includes leasing, acquisition and development matters.

    • She is highly responsive, a great critical thinker and has a great ability to get the job done.

      Real Estate respondentUSA

    • She is an excellent attorney and is very knowledgeable.

      Real Estate respondentUSA

    • It's hard to imagine our company without Sara's hard work, dedication and advice.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
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  • Antonios Roustopolous
    Antonios Roustopolous

    Antonios Roustopolous

    Antonios Roustopolous is increasingly recognized for his expertise in commercial real estate matters, including financing and transactions for a wide range of clients including investors and developers.

    • Tony is a rock star. We are always grateful for his dedication and attention to detail.

      Real Estate respondentUSA

    • He is very responsive, organized and has a good sense of client needs.

      Real Estate respondentUSA

    • Tony is an excellent attorney. There is no one I would rather work with.

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