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Provided by William Fry LLP
Our Real Estate Department is recognised as outstanding in Ireland. This innovative and hugely experienced team has been heavily involved in the majority of landmark real estate transactions in Ireland in recent years including the acquisition of the Project Jewel loan portfolio (super prime retail) and its €1.85bn loan to ownership conversion. Our clients include large institutional investors, international private equity funds, receivers, public and local authorities, developers and major Irish, UK and US retailers. We pride ourselves on our commercial, robust and pragmatic advice with its constant aim of bringing projects to successful conclusions.
Areas of expertise include:
- Acquisition and disposal including loan portfolios and sale and leasebacks
- Development, planning and environmental
- Financing
- Joint ventures and ownership structures including Qualifying Investor Alternative Investment Funds ‘QIAIFs’, ICAVs and other structures
- Tax
- Management structures
- Landlord and tenant issues
- Multi-family development, private rented sector 'PRS', student accommodation, primary health care development
We have amassed significant expertise in distressed real estate transactions, both direct investment and indirectly through loan portfolio acquisition. In tandem with our Asset Management Group, we are experienced in the tax efficient structuring of investment through the use of property QIFs.
Chambers Review
William Fry houses a distinguished real estate practice acting for an enviable client base of financial institutions and investment funds on individual property and portfolio transactions. The law firm attracts attention for its handling of high-profile commercial and residential development projects and large-scale financing mandates. The legal team represents both tenants and landlords in complex leasing transactions.
Work Highlights
- William Fry acted for Diageo on the redevelopment of the Guiness Brewery at St James's Gate.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"William Fry provides excellent advice that ensures the successful completion of deals."
"William Fry has a very strong team of experienced specialists."
"The team are knowledgeable, commercial in their approach and able to leverage the necessary expertise to deal with complex matters."
"William Fry provides excellent advice that ensures the successful completion of deals."
"William Fry has a very strong team of experienced specialists."
"The team are knowledgeable, commercial in their approach and able to leverage the necessary expertise to deal with complex matters."
Notable Practitioners
Edward Spain is a notable market presence who advises on a broad range of real estate transactional work. He acts for investors, including leading private equity companies.
"Edward Spain is responsive and great at providing well-rounded advice."
Brian O'Callaghan advises on matters relating to retail assets, including shopping centre acquisitions and assists with diverse landlord and tenant issues.
Lisa McCarthy advises investors and developers on the acquisition and leasing of Irish real estate assets.
"Lisa McCarthy is very experienced and a pleasure to deal with."
Conor Treacy acts for international investors on inbound investments in Irish real estate. He also assists corporate clients with the management of large real estate portfolios.
"Conor Treacy is excellent to deal with and always provides good advice."
Ranked Lawyers at
William Fry LLP
Ireland
Members
Provided by William Fry LLP
Audrey Leahy
Conor Treacy
Head of Department
Emma Egan
Clients
Provided by William Fry LLP
Allianz Real Estate
Aviva
Bank of Ireland
Boots
Davy
Debenhams
Deutche Bank
Green Property
Hammerson plc
Ikea
Irish Life Assurance plc
Kennedy Wilson
Nama
Real I.S. Investment Gmbh
Smurfit Kappa Group
Tesco
U&I Group plc
U&I plc
Value Retail
York Capital
Industries
Provided by William Fry LLP
Banks
Construction & Materials
Energy
Forestry & Paper
Government
Health Care
Private Clients / Individuals
Real Estate
Real Estate Finance
Retail
Utilities