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Shook Lin & Bok LLP

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Shook Lin & Bok LLP

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Our leading Corporate Real Estate Practice has been advising on all aspects of corporate real estate matters involving commercial, industrial and residential property. The Practice comprises lawyers from various practices to provide holistic advice to our clients through the various stages of a transaction, which includes structuring, negotiating, drafting and advising on regulatory compliance. We also provide property due diligence and have in-depth knowledge on cross-border property transactions. Our clients include real estate companies, government-linked companies, financial institutions, property funds, real estate investment trusts and local and international investors.

We advise on a wide range of real estate transactions, including:

  • Sales, purchase and leases
  • Property development and financing
  • Property Finance
  • Joint ventures
  • Property funds
  • Real estate investment trusts
  • Securitisation
  • Real estate disputes

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Real Estate - Singapore

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Shook Lin & Bok's corporate real estate practice covers commercial, industrial and residential property, and is frequently sought out by property developers, financial institutions and REIT trustees. The team can be seen advising on acquisitions, financings and the development of real estate projects. Shook Lin & Bok provides legal advice to clients on leasing mandates, while also leveraging its integrated practices, offering comprehensive advice, including advising on a variety of real estate disputes.

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Work Highlights

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  • Shook Lin & Bok acted for Sabana Reit in the conversion of parts of New Tech Park into a retail hub and with regard to anchor leases.

Strengths

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  • Shook Lin & Bok has a practical mindset and thinks outside the box to get a workable solution or plan for clients.

    Real Estate respondentAsia-Pacific

  • Shook Lin & Bok provides clear and practical solutions.

    Real Estate respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Mei Choo Chew
    Mei Choo Chew

    Mei Choo Chew

    Chew Mei Choo has experience acting for REITs on real estate transactions, as well as assisting purchasers and sellers with property transactions, including en bloc purchases.

    • Mei Choo is supportive and well versed in leasing matters.

      Real Estate respondentAsia-Pacific
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  • Kenneth Szeto
    Kenneth Szeto

    Kenneth Szeto

    Kenneth Szeto handles a range of corporate real estate transactions in Singapore, representing multinational companies, investment funds, developers and construction firms. He specialises in property transactions, leasebacks and refinancing. He also offers expertise relating to co-working, co-living and self-storage.

    • Kenneth Szeto has an ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

      Real Estate respondentAsia-Pacific
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