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Simmons & Simmons LLP

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Simmons & Simmons LLP

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Real Estate - France

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Simmons & Simmons houses a robust real estate team in Paris, with notable expertise in real estate finance. The law firm is well equipped to handle acquisitions and financings on behalf of investors and asset managers. The team has experience in logistics, retail and hospitality asset portfolio mandates.

À propos de l’équipe

Simmons & Simmons dispose d'une solide équipe immobilière à Paris, dotée d'une expertise reconnue en financement immobilier. Le cabinet est parfaitement équipé pour gérer les acquisitions et les financements au nom d’investisseurs et de gestionnaires d’actifs. L’équipe possède une expérience dans les mandats de portefeuilles logistiques, commerciaux et hôteliers.

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Work Highlights

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  • Simmons & Simmons acted for Starwood Capital on the EUR155 million refinancing of a logistics portfolio.

  • Simmons & Simmons a conseillé Starwood Capital dans le cadre du refinancement d'un portefeuille logistique d'un montant de EUR155 millions.

Strengths

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  • The team demonstrates excellent technical ability and a strong grasp of the complexities inherent in sophisticated transactions. Its advice is clear and pragmatic.

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  • The lawyers keep themselves up to date with market developments on a technical and commercial level, which allows them to be pragmatic during negotiations.

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  • The team demonstrated speed in exchanges and availability in times of emergency. I appreciated the availability, simplicity and efficiency.

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  • At Simmons & Simmons there is excellent interaction and communication between the various departments, which is useful for the completion of the transaction.

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  • The department has an experienced and stable team which provides consistent performance. The lawyers are always willing to find solutions.

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  • L'équipe fait preuve d'excellentes compétences techniques et d'une solide compréhension des complexités inhérentes aux transactions sophistiquées. Ses conseils sont clairs et pragmatiques.
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Notable Practitioners

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  • Céline Larmet
    Céline Larmet

    Céline Larmet

    Céline Larmet is experienced in advising clients on real estate financings, including cross-border portfolio acquisitions.

    Céline Larmet a de l’expérience dans de dossiers de financements immobiliers, y compris les acquisitions de portefeuille transfrontalières.

    • Céline Larmet is consistently excellent.

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    • We have worked with Céline on a number of transactions over the past years and she is a trusted adviser in France.

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    • Nous avons travaillé avec Céline sur plusieurs transactions au cours des dernières années et elle est une avocate de confiance en France.

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    • Céline Larmet est toujours excellente.

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  • Elisa Bocianowski
    Elisa Bocianowski

    Elisa Bocianowski

    Elisa Bocianowski assists clients with acquisitions, sales and lease negotiations.

    Elisa Bocianowski assiste les clients dans les acquisitions, les ventes et les négociations de baux.

    • Elisa Bocianowski has a wealth of information and knowledge. She is invaluable in helping with the most complex issues, which are becoming increasingly common given the tougher market circumstances.

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    • Elisa Bocianowski is precise and simple in her explanations and open to considering solutions.

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    • Elisa Bocianowski expertly advised us when entering a new jurisdiction. She was incredibly patient and provided outstanding advice throughout.

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    • In real estate matters, Elisa Bocianowski is someone I can count on. She is so reliable – she always knows how to answer questions and gives very good advice.

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    • Elisa Bocianowski nous a fourni d'excellents conseils lors de notre entrée dans une nouvelle juridiction. Elle a fait preuve d'une patience incroyable et nous a offert des conseils exceptionnels tout au long du processus.

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    • Elisa Bocianowski a une mine d'informations et de connaissances. Son aide est précieuse pour résoudre les problèmes les plus complexes, qui deviennent de plus en plus fréquents compte tenu du contexte de marché difficile.

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    • En matière immobilière, je peux compter sur Elisa Bocianowski. Elle est très fiable: elle sait toujours répondre aux questions et donne d’excellents conseils.

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    • Elisa Bocianowski est précise et simple dans ses explications et ouverte à l'examen de solutions.

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  • Michaël Lévy
    Michaël Lévy

    Michaël Lévy

    Michaël Lévy is a recognised lawyer in the real estate sector and advises on lease negotiations, sales and acquisitions.

    Michaël Lévy est un avocat reconnu dans le secteur immobilier et conseille sur les négociations de baux, les ventes et les acquisitions.

    • He is able to offer very practical and concise advice.

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    • Michaël is an excellent lawyer: technical, pragmatic and responsive.

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    • Michaël est un excellent avocat: technique, pragmatique et réactif.

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    • Il est capable de donner des conseils très pratiques et concis.

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